Tour du Guion

This long hike, most of which starts in the forest, takes you through the wild Acles valley, where you can see many animals, before crossing the Italian border over the pass of the same name.

Description

Park at Plampinet, then take the small forest road above the village and follow it to the Col des Acles (a path leads off to the right at the entrance to the Acles valley).

Caution: this trailhead is in direct sunlight, so it's best to start the hike early.
Once at the col, descend on the Italian side, skirting the summit of the Guion on the left. The path leads down to the end of the col de l'Échelle, then return to the start of the col (on the French side).

You can also leave a car at the end of the Col de l'Echelle to avoid the return trip.

Environments

• Forest location
• Mountain location
• Presence of livestock and guard dogs

Rates

Free access.

Itinerary

• Distance 20km
• Route type LOOP
• Elevation gain 1175m
• Negative gradient 1175m
• Daily duration 00
• Signposted itinerary Yes
• Altitude moyenne 1800m
• Maximum altitude 2274m

Opening period

All year round daily.

Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

Additional opening

• Subject to favorable weather

• Subject to snow conditions

Location

Animals

Pets allowed : Yes