The route follows a paved road built in the Middle Ages by the monks of the Chartreuse de Mélan. It linked the village of Taninges to the mountain pastures of Praz de Lys, 1000 m higher up.
A variant shortens the route without passing Lac de Roy.
Adapt your equipment to your level and the weather. Stay on the marked trails.
Adapt your equipment to your level and the weather. Stay on the marked trails.
- TipsDo you have a competitive spirit? Take on this trail challenge!
The DéfiTrail courses are equipped with a field timing system. Beacons designed to interact with your smartphone by Bluetooth signal, via the "Praz de Lys Sommand, Territoire de Trail" app, will automatically detect and record your passage (no need to take out your smartphone!).
Once the stopwatch has stopped, you can publish your results to enter the "Défis Trail" rankings, and share your times by e-mail, SMS or on social networks.
Plain text period
From 15/05 to 15/11.Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.
