Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · Hiking

Le Replat du Chamois

0.4 mi
distance
581 ft
climb
3,737 ft
high point
Lollipop
route

Le Replat du Chamois is a 0.4-mile lollipop loop in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France. It runs between about 3,260 ft and 3,740 ft above sea level, with roughly 580 ft of climbing over the route. It is demanding mountain hiking, with rocky or exposed stretches where you need sure footing. Most of the way is dirt. The nearest town is Cormaranche-en-Bugey, about 1.2 miles northeast of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Mont Planachat. Cascade de Mélogne and Cascade de la Charabotte are within about 3 miles. For camping, Les 12 Cols and Camping municipal de Songieu are within about 6 miles. There are 12 other mapped trails within about 3 miles, so you can combine or extend the outing. Distances, elevations and the route shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Trails, access rules and conditions change, so check locally before you go.

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