Parcours des Gorges des Tines

Trail specs

Distance2,1 km

Ascent+160 m

Descent-160 m

Average time0h40

DifficultyVery easy

Highest point881 m

Lowest point738 m

TypeLoop

TrailheadBalme Dessus, Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval

Water sourcesNo reliable water source along the route. Carry 1 L of water per person.

Best seasonJune to October

GPSN 46.05587 / E 6.75821

GPX track · Parcours des Gorges des Tines

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8 Waypoints · 2,1 km · Loop

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Topographic map

Elevation profile

Waypoints

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Start (786 m)

km 0,0 786 m
1

Balme Dessous (745 m)

km 0,2 745 m 3 min from previous waypoint
2

Anciennes Gorges des Tines (826 m)

km 0,6 826 m 13 min from previous waypoint
3

Le Béné (861 m)

km 1,0 861 m 8 min from previous waypoint
4

Le Béné (773 m)

km 1,3 773 m 3 min from previous waypoint
5

Sous le Raffour (746 m)

km 1,6 746 m 4 min from previous waypoint
6

Belvédère des Gorges (766 m)

km 1,8 766 m 5 min from previous waypoint
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Finish (791 m)

End of the hike.

km 2,0 791 m 5 min from previous waypoint

Detailed route description

This loop hike starting from Balme Dessus, Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval totals 2.03 km with 158 m of elevation gain. Rated very easy (1/5 stars), it requires about 0h40 of effort depending on your pace.

Elevation profile

The route ranges from 738 m to 881 m, with 156 m of descent on the way down.

Notable waypoints

The main points along the way are Balme Dessous (745 m) (km 0.24), Anciennes Gorges des Tines (826 m) (km 0.62), Le Béné (861 m) (km 0.97), Le Béné (773 m) (km 1.26), Sous le Raffour (746 m) (km 1.56), Belvédère des Gorges (766 m) (km 1.81).

Practical tips

Even on an easy outing, check the weather before setting off. Carry at least 1 L of water per person, comfortable walking shoes and a snack. This route is suitable for families.

Best season: June to October.