A stunning walk to Le Petit Som (1772m), which provides great views over the Chartreuse.
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Distance: 9 kms
Rate: moderate
Map (incl. elevation information): Le Petit Som
GPS-track available for download: yes
As always photo's can be enlarged by clicking on them.
We got this walk out of a booklet called "TopoGuides, Le Parc naturel Regional de Chartreuse ... a pied". The booklet is only available in French. Although we do not speak French at all, we were able to understand what was written and managed to do this walk without any problems. Besides there are many signs along the way. Luckily Elgar also knew where to go
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The first few km's are through a forest untill you finally reach le Col de La Ruchere (1405m) from where you have splendid views over the area.
In the background (picture on the left side) you can already see Le Petit Som.
We are going all the way round it to reach the top, via de Pas de Loup. If you just want to reach the top you can also follow the sign directly to the top, but like said before we take the route via de Pas de Loup, which is more scenic (and a bit longer ofcourse).
The passage through the Pas de Loup is a bit delicate, but doable for all hikers amongst us.
Take your time at the Pas de Loup as it is so beautiful there. Follow the track towards Le Petit Som. After a steady climb-up you will reach a crossroad of walkingtracks; take the one up to Le Petit Som. You are nearly there, we promise.
From the top of Le Petit Som the views are just breathtaking.............we just sat there looking around us and enjoying everything of it. You have great view towards Le Grand Som (the big brother of Le Petit Som, see picture on the left), views towards Chamechaude, Rochers Rousses and tons of other mountains surrounding you. During this time of the year there are also lots of flowers and.....beautiful butterflies.
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The summit of Le Petit Som with a proud Elgar ! And on the way back again some lovely views to enjoy.
The last part of the track goes through the forest again. Not very easy as it goes rather steep downhill, especially at the end..........with lots of stones and rocks on the path.
But...........take your time and you'll manage, just like we did
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