Perimeter Trail

La Norma

With its 27 consecutive switchbacks, it's hard to find a more challenging trail, either up or down. Away from the ski lifts, enjoy the peace and quiet of the spruce forest that gives La Norma its charm.

Description

Adopt a senator's pace to start your ascent calmly. Follow the zigs and zags, breathing in the fresh forest air. From time to time, allow yourself the luxury of a sensory break. Overlook the gorges of the torrent de Saint-Antoine. Can you hear its rushing waters? Rising to an altitude of almost 3,000 metres in the Belle Plinier area, the torrent has witnessed centuries of erosion. What a flow when the snow melts to flow directly into the Arc, 2000 metres below! After so much energy, you may be tempted to take a break at the ONF chalet. The edge of the forest is just a few steps away. Enjoy the sunny view over the valley from the Carrelet chairlift.

Additional welcome

Hiking times are calculated on the basis of reference paces: 300 m/h ascent, 500 m/h descent and 4 km/h on the flat.

As hazards may occur at any time on the routes, the GPX tracks provided are not contractual. They are given for information only. Riders use them at their own risk, depending on their level of technological proficiency and their understanding of the terrain.