Lancebranlette, a summit situated on the French-Italian border, culminates at an altitude of 2936m. You will discover a breathtaking panorama of the Tarentaise valley and the Aosta Valley!
CURIOSITIES
The Petit Saint-Bernard hospice and inn: built in the 9th century, it is the symbol of a long tradition of hospitality. It served as a hospice and also offered room and board for all passers-by threatened by bad weather. Now restored and converted into an inn, the old hospice acts an information point as well as housing an interactive exhibition on the history of the pass. It is an on the spot lodging-restaurant.
The Joux column: located next to the inn, the Joux column is a monolith upon which sits the statue of Saint-Bernard de Menthon, the patron saint of mountaineers.
The Alpine Garden of Chanousia: located at 2172m, it is an alpine garden that brings together 1,000 species of mountain plants. It is open to the public from July to mid-September.
Target audience : Walkers/hikers, Level red – hard
Location details :
Parking hospice of the Petit Saint Bernard Pass
Pets accepted : yes
Openings :
From 07/01 to 10/31 : open daily.
Rates :
Free of charge
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