"Le sentier du Cozon" walk
In the Entremonts valley, the Cozon river, as beautiful as it is refreshing, meanders docilely between the rocks. Will you be able to find the sculpted potholes? As you hike along, you'll also come across some pretty, typical hamlets.
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Starting from Saint Pierre d'Entremont, which translates to "between the mountains," your journey will lead you to explore the numerous hamlets along the Cozon River.
The river offers both freshness and mystery, as its bed is occasionally concealed beneath rocks and moss, lending the water its distinctive hue.
But the surprises are just beginning! The wooden footbridge at La Chivolande provides a direct view of the Cozon waterfall: as beautiful as it is mesmerizing, it forms a deep cauldron sculpted by erosion, creating an enchanting and refreshing spot.
The trail then winds through a chaos of boulders, whose rounded shapes may evoke certain human and animal silhouettes.
Sécurités et règles de bonne conduite :
- Tout itinéraire est emprunté sous la responsabilité du randonneur, à ses risques et périls, les itinéraires n'étant pas surveillés.
- Choisissez votre parcours en fonction de votre condition physique et des conditions météos.
- Consultez la météo et pensez à emporter des vêtements chauds et imperméables. Les changements de temps en montagne sont très rapides.
- Respectez les consignes indiquées pour le balisage.
- Ne partez pas trop tard dans l'après-midi pour être sûr d'être rentré avant la nuit.
- En cas de mauvais temps ou de chute de neige, certains circuits peuvent ne pas être praticables (renseignements aux Offices de Tourisme)
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"Le sentier du Cozon" walk
Office de tourisme Saint Pierre d'Entremont
73670 SAINT-PIERRE-D'ENTREMONT
Route
- Languages: Fr
Step by step
1/ From St-Pierre-d'Entremont Savoie (town hall parking lot), cross the bridge over the Cozon and turn right towards La Fracette, on the small road (yellow markings).
2/ At the hamlet of La Fracette, take the road to the left as far as the “Le Crêt 730 m” sign, and continue towards the hamlet of Les Courriers along a forest path. At the hamlet of Les Courriers, follow the yellow and red signs and turn left towards the Derbetemps bridge. It's a pleasant climb through the woods, with lovely views of Saint-Pierre-d'Entremont, Entremont-le-Vieux and the Chartreuse mountains.
Take the path that turns right just before the Derbetemps bridge towards St-Pierre-d'Entremont and Les Teppaz, and runs alongside the pretty Cozon river.
3/ Follow the yellow markings. Cross the Chivolande footbridge and admire the Cozon waterfall.
Continue along the Cozon and Illétaz meadows, crossing the road (take care!). On the right, observe the magnificent potholes sculpted by the Cozon (again, take care!) until you reach the main road. 4/ Just before the bridge, take the path that climbs to the left, through the forest, to the hamlet of Les Teppaz. Cross the hamlet and at the “Les Teppaz 830 m” sign, turn right towards La Combe (yellow markings). 5/ At the “La Combe 760 m” sign, continue towards Saint-Pierre-d'Entremont on the Chemin des Mules (red and yellow markings). In Saint-Pierre-d'Entremont, turn right to return to the parking lot.
Rates
Free access.
Opening periods
From 01/05 to 30/11.
Subject to favorable weather.
Equipments and characteristics
- Pets refused
Access
Plusieurs parkings à disposition dans le village. Départ de la randonnée côté St Pierre d'Entremont Savoie en face de l'église, traverser le pont puis prendre à droite, direction "La Fracette".
- Latitude: 45.415186
- longitude: 5.854843
Environnement
- Mountain location
- Riverside
- Forest location
- Overview on river
Track characteristics
- Distance:
- 11 km
- Positive level difference:
- 400 m
- Daily duration:
- 4 h
- Level:
- Level bue - Medium
- Type:
- Loop
See also
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Cirque of Saint Même
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