Isère Outdoor - Parcours - The Geological remains of the old Pellafol

This path to the discovery of Land Restauration in Mountain Areas (RMT, Restauration des Terrains en Montagne ) draws you into the world of rocks, erosion digging into the cliffs and giving birth to fairy chimneys, protection and reforestation efforts implemented to limit these phenomena. It also offers panoramic views over the Lake of Sautet. From the hamlet of Payas , follow Monestier d’Ambel until the Oratory, then follow Vieux Pellafol . From there, follow the discovery path via Marché Vieux, Ruines des Chanaux, Le Cros du Chaix . Proceed towards La Croix des Chanaux, Les Chanaux, Les Casses, Les Serres to eventually return to Payas .
Altitude climb + : 140 m
Loop : 2h00
Start : Pellafol (Les Payas)
Difficulty : easy Map : Top 25 IGN 3337OT Dévoluy Trail map « Pays de Corps »

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Pellafol (38)

Distance 6.1 km
Elevation gain 240 m
Elevation lost 240 m
Min. elevation 762 m
Max. elevation. 941 m
Duration (depending on pace) 2h30
Marking Yes

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Itinerary :
From the hamlet of Payas to the town hall, follow the direction of Monestier d'Ambel to the Oratory and then to Vieux Pellafol.
From there, follow the discovery trail passing by: Marché Vieux, Ruines des Chanaux, Le Cros du Chaix then Ruines des Chaneaux. From there return to Marché Vieux and same route as on the outward journey to les Payas.
Equipments : Car park,

Admission fee : Free access.

Opening : All year round daily. Subject to favorable weather.

Area : Matheysine

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