Cirque-du-Fer-à-Cheval

A cycling route starting in Samoëns, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
OverviewAbout this route

From the wonderfully located campsite, descend to Sixt on D907 (alternatively, the trail on the other side of the stream).

Continue to the beautiful Cascade du Rouget and upward to the charming Chalet du Lignon (refreshment stop).

Return via Sixt to the Cirque du Fer à Cheval.

Loop possible on the wide gravel paths to the Fond de la Combe, suitable for ATB and MTB.

However, restrictions by local supervision are possible, better not during times of high hiker traffic, at the end several stream crossings and finally a suspension bridge. The scenery is breathtaking. Refreshment at Buvette de Prazon and at the restaurant at the beginning of the trail.

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Duration
37.7 km
Distance
745 m
Ascent
745 m
Descent
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Avg. speed
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Max. altitude
Umrun_Dungcreated this 8 years ago
Route qualityWaytypes & surfaces along the route
Waytypes
  • Road

    10.5 km28 %
  • Quiet road

    7.9 km21 %
  • Track

    7.5 km20 %
Surfaces

Paved

23.7 km(63 %)

Unpaved

10.5 km(28 %)
  • Asphalt

    23.7 km63 %
  • Gravel

    5.3 km14 %
  • Ground

    4.1 km11 %
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