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Hike among the Larch trees of Balavaux

Summer hikes

This hike between Tracouet and Haute-Nendaz allows you to get up close to the majestic Balavaux Larch trees! Among these centuries-old trees is the largest larch in Europe.

Length

11km

Duration

2h 50m

Variation in altitude

119m

Level of difficulty

3/5

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From the top of the Tracouet gondola, head towards the Lac Noir. From there, continue on the path towards the Balavaux cabin. Your walk continues through the gigantic, century-old Larch trees, located in the region of Isérables. A walkway has been built so that you can get close to the 'King of Balavaux', the largest Larch tree in Europe.

After this fascinating encounter, continue to the restaurant 'Le Chalet des Alpes'. Next to it is a small path leading to the Bisse de Saxon.

Follow this legendary bisse winding through the forest. It leads you to the Pra da Dzeu meadow, an idyllic place much appreciated by walkers for its calm and its spectacular panoramic view. From this point, return to the resort via the gouille d'Ouché and les Rairettes where a pretty little chapel awaits you.

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Useful information

ATTENTION: Due to work to replace the Prarion chairlift, the Tracouet cable car has been closed since the end of August until the start of the winter season.

On the way

Tracouet Lake

Natural site

Restaurant at Tracouet

Restaurants

Balavaux Cabin Restaurant

Restaurants

The Balavaux larch trees

Natural site

Restaurant Chalet des Alpes

Restaurants

Bisse de Saxon

Natural site

Pra Da Dzeu

Natural site

Rairettes Chapel

Architecture & monuments

Tracouet gondola

Ski lifts

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