A circular starting from Le Faz

This snowshoe hike is not very difficult. It is surprising for the beauty of the landscapes encountered.

Details

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  • Snowshoeing
    Activity: Snowshoeing
  • ↔
    Distance: 6.69 km
  • ◔
    Duration according to the author: 3 hrs 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Moderate

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 318 m
  • ↘
    Descent: - 316 m

  • ▲
    Highest point: 1,300 m
  • ▼
    Lowest point: 1,000 m

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Description of the walk

Park in the car park of the Faz cross-country ski centre.

(S/E) Take the road that passes in front of the centre towards the east and follow it to the end. Continue along the path that enters the forest, climbing north-east.

(1) Cross the road and continue climbing up the path opposite. You will arrive near the Clos Michet car park.

(2) At the intersection of the paths, continue to the left; there is a small forest house a few metres away. Pass in front of it and follow this undulating path. You will reach the Ganasse meadow.

(3) Take the path on the left that climbs towards Pré Bourret. Continue into the woods on this slightly uphill path. Reach the entrance to the meadow and enjoy the spectacular view of Grand Veymond on your left.

(4) Cross this meadow without going up or down; this is important because in foggy conditions, you may not be able to see the other side of the meadow.
Leave the meadow and re-enter the woods. You will soon reach Pas de Pré Bourret, the highest point of the hike.

(5) Turn left and begin the descent along the edge of the cliff. Be careful not to get too close (there may be overhanging snow). Enjoy the magnificent view of the Isère valley on your right. Continue down this beautiful path, passing a water collection point.

(6) In front of the water tower, turn left onto the short but steep descent for a few dozen metres and continue on a wide carriageway, still keeping to the left. Take care on this road as there may be vehicles. Continue downhill, leaving the first houses behind. Join the road.

(7) Turn left and follow it to return to the starting point in the cross-country ski centre car park (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 1,007 m - Cross-country ski centre
  2. 1 : km 0.74 - alt. 1,084 m - Road junction
  3. 2 : km 2.02 - alt. 1,195 m - Clos Michet
  4. 3 : km 2.84 - alt. 1,189 m - Ganasse Meadow
  5. 4 : km 3.69 - alt. 1,284 m - Entrance to the meadow
  6. 5 : km 4.07 - alt. 1,296 m - Pas de Pré Bourret
  7. 6 : km 5.82 - alt. 1,042 m - Water tower
  8. 7 : km 6.31 - alt. 1,001 m - Road junction
  9. S/E : km 6.69 - alt. 1,005 m - Cross-country ski centre

Notes

Water, compass, whistle and some food.

Worth a visit

Several remarkable trees line the route and, with a bit of luck, you may spot an owl.

Reviews and comments

4.5 / 5
Based on 10 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.7 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.5 / 5
Route interest
4.2 / 5
scheichtele
scheichtele

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 13, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A lovely snowshoe hike. No particular difficulties.

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Lolo B
Lolo B

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 06, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A very enjoyable hike that was easy to complete without snowshoes.
However, crampons were appreciated on the icy sections.
The view is superb when you reach the Pré Bourret pass and the descent to the edge of the cornice.

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Pamb
Pamb

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 03, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★☆☆☆ Disappointing
Very busy route : No

A good alternative when it's hot.

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Michel3819
Michel3819

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 01, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★☆☆ Average
Very busy route : Yes

Easy snowshoe route, mostly through the woods, great when it has just snowed!

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bernardino
bernardino ★

OK, thank you, I've corrected it. Have a good day.

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mamou38
mamou38

Oops, sorry, that was my mistake, my finger must have slipped – I confirm that the route is very reliable, my apologies again.

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bernardino
bernardino ★

Good evening and thank you very much for your feedback.
Given your very enthusiastic comment, I assume that the "Disappointing" rating for route reliability is unfortunate.
If this is not the case, please let us know why so that we can make the necessary changes.
Have a nice evening.

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mamou38
mamou38
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Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 29, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

So, it was perfect for our first trip to the mountains this year – we were amazed – thank you for all the details and explanations. We'll definitely be doing it again, and maybe for a little longer next time.

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charignon
charignon

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 03, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good

I added a detour to the telescope and, as the weather was very nice, another detour to Gonthier to have a picnic by the farm.

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mchgre
mchgre

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 14, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

In addition to the previous comment!
mchgre

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mchgre
mchgre

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 14, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

It is preferable to reverse the direction of the circuit, as the route (for an early start) is more pleasant, more open and sunnier on the cliff side.
To make the hike more interesting, it is worth extending it to "La Lunette" (a geological curiosity with a view of Malleval) from Pas de Pré Bourret, returning eastwards and then (N/E) to the clearing near Signal de Gontier, the 1299m peak and La Lunette, following a circular route via the paragliding area and rejoining the route described.
Best regards
mchgre

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craco.35
craco.35

Yes, it's a fact, when you pass the first...

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abeillebourdon38
abeillebourdon38

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 07, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good

The times given are for normal snowshoeing. You should allow 50% more time
In deep snow without tracks, it is very difficult.
We were only able to complete half a circular.
We promised ourselves we would do it again, with or without snow.
Happy hiking, everyone!

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craco.35
craco.35

Despite the bad weather, the fog!!!

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Cat's
Cat's

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 21, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

Superb walk

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