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Walking: in the footsteps of the monks

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Between unspoilt nature and rural heritage, the Valserine valley shelters several authentic hamlets where lives were once governed by waterways and agriculture.

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Chézery-Forens

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Stone, Ground, Hard coating (tar, cement, flooring), Not suitable for strollers

Autumn, Summer, Winter, Spring

Pets are allowed

From 01/04 to 30/11 daily.

Description

From Chézery-Forens, the trail passes through a number of peaceful, verdant villages and hamlets, through forests, meadows and small streams to the remains of the 18th-century Moulin Thomas. Nearby, the footbridge over the Valserine bears witness to the historic floods that shaped the landscape. Take a detour to discover the blessed fountain, a place of pilgrimage and devotion dedicated to the Saint Roland, who according to legend caused a spring to flow whose water was said to cure headaches, stomach aches and eye diseases.

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DifficultyMediumDuration03h00Elevation330 D- / 330 D+Distance10.3 kmAltitude Max.778 m

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Walking: in the footsteps of the monks

Distance :10.3 km

Altitude Max. :778 m

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Step 1: Chézery Town Hall

From the village center of Chézery-Forens, in front of the town hall, head south along rue de l'Abbaye. You'll pass several of the village shops.

Step 2: Pont de Forens

Take the Pont de Forens to the right, then first right. The white path runs alongside the Valserine river for about 1.5 km, before heading back up to Noirecombe via the Chemin de Godet. It passes a farm, skirts the edge of the forest, then turns left after 50m. It then joins the road at Noirecombe.

Step 3: Noirecombe

Take the road to the right for 200m. At the intersection, take the right-hand path towards Le Combet.

Step 4: Le Combet

Pass a house and continue straight ahead on the white Chemin de la Mierette. The profile is slightly downhill, and the path leads to a ruin at Fond des Prés.

Step 5: Le Fond des Près

From here, the small path becomes a wider footpath which enters the forest. Follow this path for about 250m before reaching a new intersection.

Step 6: Pont du Diable junction, La Miérette

Leave the Pont du Diable and continue to the right, towards La Mierette. The path runs along the edge of the forest, around the Mierette house, then down to Moulin Thomas. The slope quickly steepens and the path starts winding. It then follows the banks of the Valserine for around 800m, before reaching the ruins of the Moulin Thomas.

Step 7: Moulin Thomas

At the mill, cross the wooden footbridge to the other side of the river. From here, follow the signs for Fontaine Bénite. The path follows the riverbank for about 700m. At the next intersection, turn left to reach this charming spot.

Step 8: Fontaine-Bénite

The path passes between two houses, then climbs through pastures. For the first 100m, follow a wide track, which then continues to the left to become a footpath. This soon reaches the Platelets farmhouse.

Step 9: Les Platelets

Go around the second house and turn sharp right onto the D991. Cross this road with care and take the path opposite. This soon reaches the village of Le Rosset via the impasse de la Colonie.

Step 10: Hamlet of Rosset

Cross the hamlet and keep to the right. The path skirts a field bordered by a hedge, before joining a tarmac road. Continue along this road.

Step 11: Grande Bossonaz

At the first intersection turn left onto a white track. Pass the Grande Bossonaz farm and follow the path along the field to Bellaigue.

Step 12: Bellaigue

Finally, turn right and stay on the white track, which leads straight back to Chézery-Forens.

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