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From the village of École, take the D60, then at a bend, take the forest road towards Vallon de Bellevaux. Continue along this road until it ends at the Nant Fourchu stream car park.
(S/E) Continue along the road for a short distance, then take theGR® on the left, which climbs steadily through the forest (Chemin du Gros Fayard). Pass an alpine meadow with a small chalet, then come out onto a winding track suitable for vehicles.
(1) Continue left on this track, which climbs gradually through the mountain pastures towards the Chalets d'Orgeval, with the Pointe d'Arcalod rising up on the left. Reach the Chalets d'Orgeval.
(2) Continue right, heading north on the path until you reach the Col d'Orgeval.
(3) Take the path on the left, which climbs gently. Under Arcalod, you will reach a crossroads.
(4) Turn right and begin the final ascent, which is quite technical. It starts with a few small switchbacks in the grass, then on rock, and gradually becomes more difficult as you climb using your hands. Follow the markings (yellow dots on the rock) and watch out for falling rocks. You will then reach the summit via an exposed section. Now enjoy the magnificent 360° view of the entire Bauges massif, with Mont Blanc in the background.
(5) Descend carefully via the same route, using your hands to climb down the tricky sections. Take care not to slip and knock stones loose. You will then reach the crossroads at the foot of Arcalod, which you passed earlier.
(4) Go around the rocky outcrop by turning right onto a path that descends through the grass to reach the Chalets d'Orgeval.
(2) Retrace your steps to return to the Nant Fourchu car park (S/E).
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