Description
Rando’bus is a unique way to hike in the Giffre Mountains using the summer shuttle service. Take advantage of the destination’s public transportation network to hike longer without having to walk the entire round trip.
Step-by-Step Description:
• Start in Taninges Chef-Lieu
• From Place du Château, follow Montée du Sapeur toward Praz de Lys along the cobblestone path. The cobblestone path climbs through the forest before reaching Pontet.
• The route continues across the Praz de Lys mountain pasture. Head toward Grand Planey, then toward Pic du Marcelly.
- Option 1: Descend along the same path for a few hundred meters, then turn left toward Frête de Penaille.
- Option 2: From the summit, descend toward Frête de Penaille.
• Caution: tricky section at the Pas de l’Âne (cable-assisted passage)
• Continue along the high trail to Sous-Frête de Penaille, then head toward Lac de Roy.
• Go around the lake, then descend via the rocky trail toward Les Moliettes.
• Arrival at Praz-de-Lys Les Moliettes—return by shuttle
Accessibility
Not accessible in a wheelchair
Plain text period
From 06/07 to 01/09 daily.
Environment
- Lake view
- Mountain view
- Mountain location
- Close to a public transportation
- Presence of livestock and guard dogs
