Former Cevins Slate Quarry

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A walk that will take you past the remains of the slate quarries operated from the 16th century until the mid-20th century, offering lovely views from its balcony path over the Bellachat mountain pastures and the Col de La Bâthie. Best enjoyed from 10 June until the first snow

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 4.63 mi
  • ◔
    Average duration: 3h 30 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Moderate
  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 1,542 ft
  • ↘
    Descent: - 1,542 ft
  • ▲
    Highest point: 6,644 ft
  • ▼
    Lowest point: 5,102 ft
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Route des Ardoisières de Cevins
Cevins Slate Quarries Route
Cevins Slate Quarries Route
Cevins Slate Quarries Route

Description of the walk

Head up the road leading to the start of Window 7 and the Béllachat mountain pastures. Car park at La Ravoire.

(S/E) Follow the track leading to the Col de la Bâthie.

(1) At the junction, leave the track leading to the Col de la Bâthie and continue to the right, staying on the track for 1.6 km.

(2) At the junction, take the path on the left and follow it. It is well marked and even, winding its way uphill. Reach the viewpoint overlooking the village of Bénétant.

(3) First remains of the Cevins Quarry with an information panel.
Continue along the path.

(4) Enjoy the view over the Col de la Bâthie and continue along the balcony path to the former La Bâthie slate quarry.

(5) Enjoy the view of the Pointe de la Grande Combe and its pass, the Pointe de Lavouet and the Col de La Bâthie.
Continue along the descending path.

(6) At the junction with the path leading to the Col de La Bâthie, turn left onto the descending path.

(1) Turn right to reach La Ravoire (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : mi 0 - alt. 5,102 ft - La Ravoire, car park
  2. 1 : mi 0.15 - alt. 5,154 ft - Crossroads of the circular loop
  3. 2 : mi 1.22 - alt. 5,509 ft - Junction
  4. 3 : mi 2.47 - alt. 6,447 ft - Viewpoint: remains of the quarry
  5. 4 : mi 2.81 - alt. 6,601 ft - Viewpoint, start of the balcony path
  6. 5 : mi 3.23 - alt. 6,568 ft - La Bâthie quarry and viewpoint
  7. 6 : mi 3.98 - alt. 5,771 ft - Junction with the Col de La Bâthie path
  8. S/E : mi 4.63 - alt. 5,102 ft - La Ravoire, car park

Worth a visit

Reviews and comments

4.9 / 5
Based on 3 reviews
Reliability of the description
5 / 5
Ease of following the route
5 / 5
Route interest
4.7 / 5
Bernard ROUSSEL
Bernard ROUSSEL

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 18, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

In a beautiful mountain setting, you will climb up to some very interesting mining ruins with a beautiful view of the mountain pastures. The only downside is that two or three sections can become tricky in the rain and even after rain. In dry weather, these sections are not particularly exposed. Access to the car park requires a vehicle with good ground clearance, otherwise add half an hour's walk each way. The end of the descent is not particularly interesting; watch your step...
Still, this hike is recommended.

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Christophe M 74
Christophe M 74

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 12, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

This walk is very interesting as it gives you a real-life insight into the reality of slate quarrying.

Highly recommended, though please note the following:

Avoid in wet weather >> crossing a slope in a gully and over slate which, in dry weather, poses no difficulties but in wet weather may be problematic.

Access to the car park at the start is via a track (2 km?). 4x4 recommended.

Return via a descent along a difficult stone path :-(

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Stephie
Stephie

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 12, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

This is a pleasant walk that offers a glimpse into the local heritage through the remains of the slate quarries.
Best done in dry weather as the slate may be slippery

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