1 – La Chapelle Express Trail

View of the resort as you set out on the trail

View of the resort as you set out on the trail

On the trail to the chapel, a view of the Piégut Forest

On the trail to the chapel, a view of the Piégut Forest

At the intersection toward Sainte Marie, a view of the resort in the distance

At the intersection toward Sainte Marie, a view of the resort in the distance

On the final climb—Village des Cours

On the final climb—Village des Cours

A very short route: ideal for a quick workout or an introduction to mountain trail running, starting from the resort and offering a variety of beautiful views.

À propos : 1 – La Chapelle Express Trail

Terrain difficulty: The first section is hilly, followed by a somewhat technical descent and a climb over rocky terrain.

Rideability: Fairly smooth despite a significant elevation gain. The climb is a bit steep, with gradients up to 23%.

Beautiful views of the resort and the Ecrins Massif await you in a varied setting!

Through July, you’ll ride through alpine pastures with cows and bulls grazing in the meadows. Be sure to close gates securely if there are no designated green crossings for people, slow down, and remain calm when approaching the herds.

Age minimum : 10 ans

Accueil : There are no water sources along this route (no rivers or fountains) except at the trailhead (fountain—drinking water)

Guidebook with maps/step-by-step

Behind the bus stop, take the path on the left that goes up into the woods and branches off to the right.

At the intersection on the right leading down to the road, cross the road and follow the trail downhill, following the yellow "Sainte Marie" markers

At the end of the descent, as you approach the road, immediately turn right onto a gravel path, following the signs for “Combe Fréry – AURIS – Station.”

At the next intersection, turn right again; this wooded trail will take you back below the swimming pool and to your starting point at the resort.

Visitor alert

Through July, you may come across alpine pastures with cows and bulls grazing in the meadows. Be sure to close gates securely if there are no designated green crossings for people, slow down, and remain calm when approaching the herds.

The periods during which trails are accessible vary from year to year depending on snow cover and weather conditions. In addition, trail conditions can change rapidly after a weather event and are not checked daily. If you encounter a damaged or dangerous section, turn back and report it to the tourist office upon your return.

En bref

0 h 30

D+ : 190 m

3.1 km

Level green – easy

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1 – La Chapelle Express Trail

S'y rendre

Équipements

  • Ping pong table
  • Restaurant
  • Free car park
  • Car park
  • Public WC
  • Charging stations for electric vehicles
  • Bar
  • Play area
  • Picnic area

Services

  • Pets welcome
  • Motorhomes allowed
  • Drinking water

Prestations

Activités

  • Durée séance : 30 minutes

Visites

  • Durée moyenne de la individuelle : 30 minutes

Ouverture

From 15/04 to 31/10 daily.
The periods during which the trails are accessible vary from year to year depending on snow cover and weather conditions. In addition, trail conditions can change rapidly after a weather event and are not checked daily. If you encounter a section of the trail that is in poor condition or dangerous, turn back and report it to the tourist office upon your return.

Subject to favorable weather.

Tarifs

Free access.

Accueil animaux

Dogs must be kept on a leash throughout the entire municipality. At the start of the season, this route takes you through alpine pastures with cows and bulls.

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