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Snowshoe trail - Balcon de Châtel

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    Following the edge of the forest, this route is very easy and accessible to all. It takes you from the centre of the village to Vonnes lake. It can also be done in the opposite direction.
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    Distance 5.4 km
    1:00 h
    50 m
    50 m
    1,277 m
    1,212 m
    To start from the village centre: at the Super-Châtel cable car, take the concrete stairs on the left and walk 40m along the lift up the slope (the only difficulty), then turn right along the balcony path towards Lac de Vonnes.

    Return the same way or take the shuttle bus (line 4, Gabelou stop).

    Alternatively, from the Liaison Vonnes car park, cross the road by the footbridge to reach the start of the path. You can also take the shuttle bus to the lake (line 4, Gabelou stop).

    Return the same way or take the shuttle bus.
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    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Highest point
    1,277 m
    Lowest point
    1,212 m

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    Restaurant Macchi

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    Safety and rules of good practice:
    - All routes are undertaken at the hiker's own risk, as they are not supervised. - Before setting off, make sure you are aware of the weather conditions and the risk of avalanches, and remember to bring warm, waterproof clothing. Mountain weather changes very quickly. A high avalanche risk means that trails are closed. - Choose a route suited to your level and physical condition. - Follow the signposting instructions. - Do not stray from the marked routes. - Tell someone close to you about your outing and the route you have chosen. - Never hike alone. - Don't leave too late in the afternoon to make sure you're back before dark. - Do not use the cross-country or downhill ski runs. Crossing the pistes is only permitted on marked crossings. - Take plenty of food and water with you. Mountain sports require a lot of energy. Mountain inns and high-altitude restaurants exist on certain routes.
    Equipment required : - A hat - Gloves - Sunglasses - Poles - Mountain boots In the bag : - Warm clothing - Hot drinks and snacks - Mobile phone - First-aid kit - Sun cream.
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    The Old Customs House
    Municipal Library
    St Laurent church
    Vonnes chapel
    Ars Sonora Frontière
    Vonnes chapel
    The oratories in Châtel
    Restaurant Macchi

    Coordinates

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    46.266590, 6.842770
    DMS
    46°15'59.7"N 6°50'34.0"E
    UTM
    32T 333766 5125929
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    Book recommendation by the author

    Free downloadable guide to snowshoe trails in the Vallée d'Abondance. Paper version available from Châtel Tourisme for €1.

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    Parts of this content were machine translated from French.

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    Difficulty
    easy
    Overall difficulty
    easy

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    5.4 km
    Duration
    1:00 h
    Ascent
    50 m
    Descent
    50 m
    Highest point
    1,277 m
    Lowest point
    1,212 m
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