Panoramic walk then in the forest, very pleasant in summer and really easy thanks to the Blainon chairlift open every day in July, August and weekends in June and September.
Easy level / 1h30 descent / elevation gain -512 meters
Easy level / 1h30 descent / elevation gain -512 meters
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Two panoramic spots punctuate the route: the natural belvedere known as "des Chamois" (Chamois Mountains), then the wide Blainon Pass.
From the Auron Tourist Office (b.5), follow the GR5 trail via the Riou ski slope, then turn left (b.9) along the path leading to the Chastellarès plateau (b.10, 11) and take the Blainon chairlift (with a previously purchased pedestrian pass). At the chairlift exit (2112 m), turn left and follow the trail along the ridge to join the GR5 and the Blainon Pass...
From the Auron Tourist Office (b.5), follow the GR5 trail via the Riou ski slope, then turn left (b.9) along the path leading to the Chastellarès plateau (b.10, 11) and take the Blainon chairlift (with a previously purchased pedestrian pass). At the chairlift exit (2112 m), turn left and follow the trail along the ridge to join the GR5 and the Blainon Pass...
Openings
Openings
From 21 June 2025 until 14 September 2025 - Open everyday
Subject to favorable weather
Location
Location
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