Brochaux waterfall from Lindarets

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An easy hike from Lindarets, known for its goats and traditional architecture, to the magnificent Brochaux waterfall. The trail winds through the woods and you are lulled by the soothing murmur of a pretty river.

As you approach the Cascade des Brochaux, you can hear the gentle murmur of the flowing water. The waterfall, a true natural gem, pours into a natural pool. It is the ideal place for a relaxing break, a picnic in the countryside or simply to enjoy the comforting peace and quiet.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
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    Distance: 4.22 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 1h 35 
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    Difficulty: Easy
  • ⚐
    Return to departure point: Yes
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    Vertical gain: + 135 m
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    Vertical drop: - 135 m
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    Highest point: 1,608 m
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    Lowest point: 1,473 m
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Description of the walk

There are a few parking spaces along the road in Lindarets.

(S/E) From the village of Lindarets, follow the paved road towards the ski resort. When you reach a fork, turn left onto Route des Lindarets.

(1) Turn left to follow the Lindarets road. Pass the upper station of the Ardent cable car and follow the sign for "Les Barnettes" in front of the restaurant "Les Alpages".

(2) At Les Barnettes, take the path on the right above the restaurant "Les Alpages", following the direction indicated by the signpost "Les Brochaux". Follow the path below the Léchère chairlift, along the river. The path climbs gently but steadily, sometimes through the forest, sometimes through clearings.

(3) Stay on the right side of the river until you reach the entrance to the forest to reach the village of Les Brochaux, then the waterfall.

(4) At Les Brochaux, cross the bridge and continue straight ahead to reach the Cascade des Brochaux, which is already in sight.

(5) Return by the same route to the car park (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 1,473 m - Village des Lindarets, Montriond
  2. 1 : km 0.28 - alt. 1,496 m - Crossroads - Upper cable car station
  3. 2 : km 0.7 - alt. 1,523 m - Les Barnettes
  4. 3 : km 1.21 - alt. 1,545 m - Riverbank
  5. 4 : km 1.87 - alt. 1,579 m - Les Brochaux. Refuge de l'Abricotine
  6. 5 : km 2.11 - alt. 1,608 m - Brochaux waterfall
  7. S/E : km 4.22 - alt. 1,473 m - Village des Lindarets, Montriond

Practical information

This route is very busy in July and August.

In the nearby area

(S/E) Village des Lindarets (goat village)

(5) Brochaux waterfall

(4) Refuge de l'Abricotine

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