Difficulty: intermediate, Departure from Montchavin
A magnificent trail, rich in history, passing close to ancient silver-bearing lead mines that were exploited until the twentieth century.
Rich in history, this magnificent trail passes close by ancient silver-bearing lead mines that were exploited up until the 20th century. From Montchavin you take the GR5 for about 600m down to Montorlin where you join the “mine path” through the forest. The trail rises and becomes steeper, sometimes emerging into the open air. Many twists and turns finally lead to a fabulous view across the whole of the Ponthurin valley. You return to Montchavin over level ground, which is a nice relaxing way to end the trip.
Niveau difficulté
Level bue - Medium
Prices
Free access.
Opening
From 28/06 to 30/08/2025.
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Languages spoken
French
Characteristic
Animals accepted
yes
Distance
6 km
Elevation gain
350 m
Descent
350 m
Type of itinerary
One-way itinerant stage
Précision balisage
The markers are positioned at each intersection and their inclination indicates the direction to follow. The routes are marked with a number and a colour indicating the level.
Blue markers
Blue markers
Nature du terrain
Stone
Hard coating (tar, cement, flooring)
Ground
TRAIL route - The Mine
Office de Tourisme de Montchavin Montchavin
73210 Montchavin-les-Coches
73210 Montchavin-les-Coches
Altitude
1250m
Montchavin- Les Coches