Barmasc - Col Pillonnet
Warnings
- Some sections of the path are faint: follow yellow markings carefully.
- Residual snow possible until late May/early June.
Map & route
GPX track — verify on the ground before hiking
Fitness level
The trail from Barmasc to Col Pillonnet climbs one of the passes linking the Val d'Ayas with the Valtournenche, reaching 2698 m in just 3.7 km with 799 m of elevation gain. The walk begins at Barmasc (1898 m). From the car park, trail 2A climbs the slope directly, soon crossing the Ru Courtod stream, then continues toward the Alpe Corneuil area, gaining height steadily. The final section leads to Col Pillonnet: an open saddle on the Chamois side offering views across both valleys. The E rating reflects a technically straightforward route with steep sections requiring care. Recommended from late May to October.
Getting there
Parking
Photo gallery
Photos are published immediately. JPG/PNG/WebP, max 6 MB.
Flora along the trail
ACurated and verified by Andrea Rama
Data source: Catasto Sentieri Regione Autonoma VdA · Open data — DGR 899/2014
Last verified:
Val d'Ayas
Related trails
Same valley or similar routes — more hikes to explore.
Val d'Ayas
Amponey - Becca Trecare
A demanding EE ascent from Amponey to Becca Trecare at 3032m — nearly 1500m of gain on varied terrain with sweeping summit views.
Val d'Ayas
Amponey - Alpe Mascognaz
1.8 km · +309 m · E — from Amponey to Alpe Mascognaz (Central Valley).
Val d'Ayas
Amponey - Bec de Nannaz
In the Val d'Ayas, Ayas: an E-rated climb toward a high-altitude objective through pastures and rock with views of Monte Rosa.
Val d'Ayas
Amponey - Mont Facebelle
In the Val d'Ayas, Ayas: an E/EE-rated climb toward a high-altitude objective in the alpine landscape.