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The Fontcouverte waterfall from the Auberge de la Fruitière

Sport, Pedestrian sports, Hiking itinerary in Névache
0.8 km
30min
Easy

  • A short stroll from Fontcouverte, the Fontcouverte waterfall is a must-see in the upper Clarée valley, ideal for a family picnic or after a hike. Accessible to all ages.

  • The Fontcouverte waterfall walk can be done from different starting points, depending on your level and desired walking time.

    Here, the shortest route is directly from the hamlet of Fontcouverte:

    Park in the Fontcouverte parking lot (opposite the campsite), then head for the Auberge de la Fruitière.

    Just in front of it, a sign points to the waterfall: take the small path on the left, which descends slightly along the river to the waterfall, just 300m away.
  • Departure
    Névache
  • Difference in height
    14.748 m
  • Plain text period
    From 01/01 to 31/12.

    Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.
  • Environment
    • Riverside
    • Waterside
    • Mountain location
    • Close to a public transportation
    • Near shuttle stop
  • Documentation
    GPX / KML files allow you to export the trail of your hike to your GPS (or other navigation tool)
  • Accepted customers
    • For beginners / novice
    • Level green – easy
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15 meters of difference in height
  • Maximum altitude : 1878 m
  • Minimum altitude : 1853 m
  • Total positive elevation : 15 m
  • Total negative elevation : -15 m
  • Max positive elevation : 15 m
  • Min positive elevation : -13 m
Services
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    • Pets welcome
      • Pets are welcome, but we strongly advise you to keep your dogs on a leash (wildlife).