Hiking at the Reposoir
Loop Touvière – Caronière – Hike
Loop Touvière – Caronière – Hike
622 Route de la Colombière - Car park of the Reposoir Church
Church in the center of the village of Le Reposoir
74950 Le Reposoir
Distance: 8.9 km
Duration: 110 min
Elevation: 498 m
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An ideal hike in case of strong heat, its route is mainly in the undergrowth. You will enjoy very beautiful views over the roofs of the monastery (La Chartreuse du Reposoir) and the surrounding peaks.
Departing from the village of Le Reposoir, located between the Chaîne du Bargy and the Chaîne des Aravis, retrace the steps of the Carthusian monks in the Béol Valley.
The place is imbued with a rich religious heritage dating from the XNUMXth century, and a jewel of local history: the Reposoir monastery.
This hike progresses in a magnificent setting, just look up to admire the peaks surrounding the village.
In the shade of the undergrowth, the route joins the places called La Touvière, a former tuff quarry, and La Caronière which marks the arrival at the former Chartreuse du Reposoir. You will then have the opportunity to discover this timeless building, classified as a historical monument.
Do not hesitate to inquire at the Reposoir Tourist Office to find out about the different ways to immerse yourself in the history of the valley.
History, culture and heritage
The history of the town of Reposoir is closely linked to that of Chartreuse, founded in the 1151th century. The religious institution, today the Carmelite Monastery, is a former Charterhouse, founded in XNUMX by Aymon de Faucigny to accommodate monks of the order of Saint-Bruno. The whole is classified as a historical monument.
Sustainable tourism
Respect the flora and fauna already weakened by winter. Keep your dogs on a leash. Bring back your trash.
Topo / step by step
Departure: car park of the Church of the Village of Reposoir1/ From the car park of the Church of the Center of the Village of Reposoir, at the level of the first post "Le Reposoir", follow the direction of "Malatrait" passing by "Planzury" 2/ At the “Malatrait” post, follow the motorable path on the left towards Saint-Bruno3/ Arrived at “Saint Bruno”, cross the road towards the “Saint Bruno (Dessous)” directional post, then follow the direction of “Le Reposoir by Côte David”4/ At places called “Côte David” and “la Touvière”, follow “La Caronière”5/ From “la Caronière”, continue towards “Le Bassin” and “Chartreuse du Reposoir”, then follow the direction “Le Reposoir” until you reach your starting point.
Tips and Suggestions
Direct sale of cheeses at the Frasses farm.
Route
From Cluses, take the D4 towards Le Reposoir. Park in front of the Church in the center of the village.
Loop Touvière – Caronière – Hike
622 Route de la Colombière - Car park of the Reposoir Church
Church in the center of the village of Le Reposoir
74950 Le Reposoir
In detail
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- From Cluses, take the D4 towards Le Reposoir. Park in front of the Church in the center of the village.
- Distance: 8.9 km
- Markup: BALISE
- Positive elevation: 498 m
- Vertical drop: 496 m
- Daily duration: 110 min
- Route type: LOOP
- Marking precision: Path marked with directional posts (PDIPR)
- Type of land: Earth
- Nature of the ground: Gravel
- Nature of the terrain: Not suitable for strollers
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Temporarily closed.
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- Pet Friendly
