It is a superb place, where one enjoys a clear view on the surrounding summits, but also on the dolines of Grand Rafou. The dolines are quite astonishing geological formations, born from the limestone erosion coupled with a collapse of the rock. When the surface limestones dissolve, they lead to the formation of circular depressions. These depressions can range from a few meters to several tens of meters in diameter! The Grand Rafou is quite incredible, since it is made up of four large sinkholes.

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This is where the "mountain feeling" begins after leaving the tree line. Various hiking routes lead from here in all directions.

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1. The Sheepfold – Mount Margériaz loop from Aillon-Margériaz 1400 Arrêt Parking

10.2km

03:47

470m

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2. On the Grand Rafou – The Sheepfold loop from Place a Baban

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450m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. Tanne du Névé Cave Trail – View of Mont-Blanc loop from Aillon-Margériaz 1400 Arrêt Parking

7.89km

02:58

430m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Elevation 1,600 m

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Location: Aillon-Le-Jeune, Chambéry, Auvergne Rhône Alpes, France

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On the Grand Rafou

1. The Sheepfold – Mount Margériaz loop from Aillon-Margériaz 1400 Arrêt Parking

2. On the Grand Rafou – The Sheepfold loop from Place a Baban

3. Tanne du Névé Cave Trail – View of Mont-Blanc loop from Aillon-Margériaz 1400 Arrêt Parking

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