Combe d’Orsay – Grand Chamossaire
Difficult
1h30min
1.29km
+320m
-1m
Description
A dynamic route combining trails, forest and a steady climb to the summit of Grand Chamossaire.
Take the Roc d'Orsay cable car. Once at the top, take the red run that leads to the Combe d'Orsay ski lift.
This is where your climb begins, on a forest road behind the ski lift. Continue along the route that runs alongside the lift.
At Roc d'Orsay, cross the ski lift line, taking care to avoid skiers and poles.
Turn left and continue your ascent to the summit of Grand Chamossaire.
Once you arrive at Grand Chamossaire, enjoy the 360° panorama that unfolds before you.
Transport
Access to the start of the route
- Take the Roc d'Orsay cable car. Once at the top, take the slope leading to the start of the Combe d'Orsay ski lift.
Car park
- A large car park is available at the bottom of the Roc d'Orsay cable car.
Safety and environment
- The Rando Parc is intended for people who have the necessary technique, physical condition and equipment.
- The routes are signposted but not secured and you use them at your own risk. There are no patrollers or lifeguards on the uphill slopes at any time.
- The slopes are closed outside of lift operating hours (before 8.30am and after 5pm). Presence of grooming machines with traction cables - danger of death!
- The Villars Tourist Office accept no responsibility for accidents.
- Respect the safety instructions.
- Do not leave rubbish, respect nature and the owners of the land you are using!
- The forest is a quiet area for wildlife, stay on the marked trails.
Carte Bienvenue and Carte Fidélité
- 50% discount on the pedestrian rate (full price) depending on the cable car's opening dates.
Magic Pass
- The Roc d'Orsay cable car is included in the Magic Pass.