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The Fontcouverte waterfall from the Auberge de la Fruitière

Névache
The Fontcouverte waterfall from the Auberge de la Fruitière - © Thibaut Blais

A short stroll from Fontcouverte, the Fontcouverte waterfall is a must-see in the upper Clarée valley, ideal for a family picnic or after a hike. Accessible to all ages.

Description

The Fontcouverte waterfall walk can be done from different starting points, depending on your level and desired walking time.

Here, the shortest route is directly from the hamlet of Fontcouverte:

Park in the Fontcouverte parking lot (opposite the campsite), then head for the Auberge de la Fruitière.

Just in front of it, a sign points to the waterfall: take the small path on the left, which descends slightly along the river to the waterfall, just 300m away.

Environments

  • Close to public transportation
  • Waterside
  • Riverside
  • Near shuttle stop
  • Mountain rental

Prices

Free access.

Itinerary

  • Distance 0.8km
  • Type d'itinéraire Aller/retour
  • Dénivelé positif 25m
  • Daily duration 00h30
  • Marked trail Yes
  • Nature of the terrain Non-groomed itinerary, Not suitable for strollers
  • Altitude moyenne 1850m
  • Altitude maximum 1848m

Opening hours

From 01/01 to 31/12.

Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

Ouverture complémentaire

  • Subject to favorable weather

  • Subject to snow conditions

Location

Animals

Pets allowed: Yes

The Fontcouverte waterfall from the Auberge de la Fruitière
Parking de Fontcouverte Fontcouverte 05100 Névache
  • Distance 0.8km
  • Daily duration 00h30
  • Dénivelé positif 25m
  • Type d'itinéraire Aller/retour
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