Villars – Chaux Ronde
Difficult
2h45min
5.4km
+654m
-27m
Description
Starting from Rochegrises in Villars, set off to explore Chaux-Ronde on a superb intermediate-level ski touring route via the golf course and Bretaye.
Your route begins on the Col de la Croix road, along the cross-country ski trail. After about 1.5 km, turn left and climb towards the golf course, leaving the Col de Soud on your left. After 3.5 km, a gourmet break awaits you at the Restaurant du Golf. You will then reach the ski slopes shortly before Bretaye. Continue to Bretaye, then turn right before the Bretaye-Chaux-Ronde ski lift. Continue to the top.
When you arrive at Chaux-Ronde, marvel at the panoramic view and enjoy a friendly moment with a drink at Chez Jimmy.
In case of insufficient snow, you can start your hike from Col de Soud, the golf course, Les Bouquetins or Bretaye, all accessible by train via the Villars-Bretaye line.
Transport
Access to the start of the route
- The start is on the Col de la Croix road at the top of the Villars resort.
- It takes 10 minutes to get there on foot from the Villars train station, following the signs for the Centre des Sports/Chalet RoyAlp Hotel & Spa.
Access to the start of the route
- Access by car is possible, free parking at Rochegrise near the Centre des Sports. Then 5 minutes walk along the Col de la Croix road to the start.
Safety and environment
- The Rando Parc is intended for people with the necessary technique, physical condition and equipment.
- The routes are signposted but not secured, you use them at your own risk. There are no lifeguards on the 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 behind, respect nature and the owners of the areas you are riding in.
- The forest is a quiet area for the fauna, stay on the marked paths.