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Hiking : Pointe de Tréchauffé

France Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Upper Savoy

This hiking route will take you to the Pointe de Tréchauffé in the picturesque area. The trail is 3.203 kilometers long with an elevation gain of 341 meters, making it a moderate level hike.

As you start your journey, you will pass by the parking area before reaching the Chalets de Tréchauffé, where you can find some informational signs about the area. Continuing on, you will come across the Col de Tréchauffé and the L'Alpage de Tréchauffé, offering beautiful views of the surroundings.

Midway through the hike, you will reach the Pointe de Saugeon, a peak that stands at a distance of 0.61 kilometers from the start of the trail. Further along, you will encounter the Pointe de Tréchauffé, another peak located 1.6 kilometers from the start.

Along the way, you will also find viewpoints like the one at 1.43 kilometers from the start, offering stunning panoramas of the area. There are benches and drinking water facilities available at various points along the trail for hikers to rest and stay hydrated.

Before embarking on this hike, ensure to bring enough water and snacks, as well as checking the weather forecast. The trail is an out-and-back type, so you will retrace your steps back to the starting point after reaching the Pointe de Tréchauffé.

Overall, this hike provides a great opportunity to explore the natural beauty of the area and enjoy the breathtaking views from the peaks along the way.