Grand tour of Praz de Lys Sommand

Departing from Taninges, this route takes in the most beautiful views of the Praz de Lys - Sommand plateau, between mountain pastures and wilderness.

Description

This itinerary can be completed over two days, with a stopover in Praz de Lys or Sommand (hotels and bed & breakfasts available). Many shops open in season). The route can also be completed from Mieussy.

Equipments

• Car park
• Trail route

Complément accueil

Adapt your equipment according to your level and the weather. Stay on the marked trails.

Environments

• Mountain location

Rates

Free access.

Itinerary

Opening period

From 15/05 to 15/11.

Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

Additional opening

• Subject to favorable weather

• Subject to snow conditions

Language spoken

• French

Location

Documents

• Grand tour of Praz de Lys Sommand (pdf)

Thèmes

• Guidebook with maps/step-by-step : Day 1 (18km, 1659m+): starting from Taninges, the route takes you first to the Chapelle Saint Grat (17th century) before tackling the ascent to the Pointe de Perret (alt.1940m). The 1000m of ascent is amply rewarded by the panoramic view from the summit. You then reach the Pic de Marcelly via three kilometers of ridge trails, before descending to Praz de Lys, the end of the first day.
  
  Day 2 (28km, 1813m+): the following day, you'll head for the Pointe de Chalune and then the Pointe d'Uble, two summits offering grandiose views of the Alps! You'll also take advantage of this itinerary to discover Lac de Roy, the glacial lake that is the jewel in Praz de Lys Sommand's crown.