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It is, of course, possible to complete this walk using nothing more than the route downloaded via the Visorando app, but using the Totemus mobile app and the roadbook – which is gradually revealed after each of the 42 treasure hunt challenges – enhances both its informative and educational value (navigation, location and historical, geographical or ecological context through texts and photographs) for everyone, whilst incorporating a real appeal for children through its playful nature.
Totemus: discovering the treasures of Plainevaux
Reviving the concept of the treasure hunt and pioneering educational and fun routes in partnership with local tourism stakeholders, Totemus sets out to discover some of Plainevaux’s hidden treasures by exploring the country lanes and woodland paths starting from the primary school.
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Activity: Walking -
Distance: 2.99 mi -
Average duration: 1h 40 -
Difficulty: Easy -
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Back to start: Yes -
Ascent: + 354 ft -
Descent: - 335 ft -
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Highest point: 853 ft -
Lowest point: 554 ft
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Description of the walk
Waypoints
- S/E : mi 0 - alt. 673 ft - Plainevaux Primary School
- 1 : mi 0.1 - alt. 653 ft - Rue du Ruisseau
- 2 : mi 0.57 - alt. 564 ft - Former Plainevaux mill
- 3 : mi 0.87 - alt. 627 ft - Fond de la Tesnière Trail
- 4 : mi 1.24 - alt. 771 ft - Voie des Sacrements
- 5 : mi 1.47 - alt. 830 ft - Neupré Padel Tennis Club
- 6 : mi 2.08 - alt. 846 ft - Entrance to Plainevaux Castle
- 7 : mi 2.38 - alt. 761 ft - Bruta Waterfall
- 8 : mi 2.61 - alt. 804 ft - Sentier des Chartreux
- S/E : mi 2.98 - alt. 673 ft - Plainevaux Primary School
Notes
Autumn 2026: please note that the car park located right next to the official starting point of this Totemus has been inaccessible for several months. There is a 25-space car park 200 metres to the north, near the glass and clothing recycling bins, close to the other Plainevaux school building and Sainte-Barbe Church.
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