SAUZE D'OULX ring Gran Villard - Croce Ghiotti

The trail starts at Gran Villard (1,520 m), near the pond where there is a parking lot, just over 1 km from the center of Sauze d'Oulx. The starting point can also be reached by local bus (high season only).

The entrance to the trail is on the right side of the road leading to Monfol, just after the access area to the pond. Near the new huts, turn right onto a road that is initially paved for a short distance. Then continue on a dirt road for a little more than 1 km, with a moderate and steady slope, to the Souberaine locality (1,680 m), where there is a renovated chalet and the ruins of old houses.

Here, at the fork with a bench, take a left and follow trail No. 2 in the direction of Monfol. After crossing a wide viewpoint and a dense spruce forest, intercept trail No. 3 coming from Gad. Turn left downhill and, after about 100 meters, past a wooden fountain, you reach Monfol.

Near the small church, turn right and go through the whole village. Shortly after the fountain, take path No. 6 on the right again and continue uphill to the white cross. Past the cross, descend slightly to the left until you reach the Gran Bosco Park forest road.

Follow the forest road downhill to the Ser Blanc rest area and then back to Monfol. A few meters after the last houses, on the left, is the access to Park Trail No. 3 coming from Gad. Take the path downhill and, after about 350 meters, take trail No. 4 on the left.

From here the trail continues on terrain with slight ups and downs until a short steep climb. When you reach a plateau, where on the left you meet the path coming from the Belvedere delle Sellette, continue straight ahead on the flat until you reach the paved road. Turn right downhill and, shortly after, return to the starting point.

Reachable by public transportation

Train from Turin P.N to Bardonecchia (Oulx-Cesana-Claviere-Sestriere stop)

Bus Arriva line 285 from Oulx to Sauze d'Oulx

Before embarking on any hike, it is advisable to consult weather reports or ask for information at local Tourism Offices. It is good practice not to undertake a hike alone, always notify your destination.

Do not throw garbage into the environment but take it with you picking up any garbage left by others.

The hiking times given are approximate and may vary depending on weather conditions and your own ability.

Refreshment point at "Bar Laghetto" in Gran Villar locality at the beginning and end of the route.

Fountains at Monfol.