Graines - Col de Frudière
Map & route
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Trail 12_S24 departs from the medieval hamlet of Graines at 1,398 m and climbs to the Col de Frudière at 2,266 m: 7.7 km and 912 m of ascent, rated E (CAI scale). Graines is a site of historical interest in the municipality of Brusson, Val d'Ayas, with the ruins of a medieval castle marking the start of the route. From this culturally significant point the trail extends through alpine pastures, with 9 waymarks. The Col de Frudière opens views over the upper Val d'Ayas. Season: June to September.
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Flora along the trail
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ACurated and verified by Andrea Rama
Data source: Catasto Sentieri Regione Autonoma VdA · Open data — DGR 899/2014
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