Rival Tower
Le Tour du rival OTI Coeur de Maurienne
The rival's turn OTI Coeur de Maurienne
Paysage OTICœurdemaurienne
Immerse yourself in a forest walk before reaching a spectacular viewpoint of the Aiguilles d'Arves. At your feet lie the Arvan gorges, carved out by post-glacial erosion. A breathtaking landscape that will delight young and old alike!
Explore Albiez-Montrond's surroundings, between forests, mountain pastures and the picturesque hamlet of La Villette.
The path between La Villette and the Col du Mollard was once used by the village's schoolchildren, a story to be shared along the way.
This moderately-difficult hike is ideal for a family outing to discover the village's secrets.
The path between La Villette and the Col du Mollard was once used by the village's schoolchildren, a story to be shared along the way.
This moderately-difficult hike is ideal for a family outing to discover the village's secrets.
Guidebook with maps/step-by-step
0/ Start at Place Opinel in the village center.
1/ At the bread oven, take rue du Milieu.
2/ At the first intersection, turn left towards Le Rival, La Villette and the Champfleuri residence.
3/ Drive alongside the Champleuri residence, then leave the road by taking the path that crosses a field (ski slope in winter) and enters the Rival forest.
4/ Continue along this path to the hamlet of La Villette.
5/ At the hamlet of La Villette, take the path that climbs to the left and cuts through the twists and turns of the road towards Le Mollard.
6/ At the Chapelle du Mollard, climb up towards the Col du Mollard and the Plan d'Eau.
7/ At the Col du Mollard, take the footpath La Montée du Col down to your starting point in the Chef-lieu.
Itinerary
Daily duration :
2h
Distance :
5.6 km
Change in altitude :
170 m
Change in altitude (uphill) :
170 m
Change in altitude (downhill) :
170 m
Maximum altitude :
1638 m
Type of itinerary :
Boucle
Marked itinerary :
Balisé
Topographical guide references :
Topoguide Pays des Aiguilles d'Arves available for €5 at Explore Maurienne tourist offices during our opening hours.
Map references :
TOP 25 IGN 3435
Benefits
Services
- Pets welcome
Further information
Pets allowed :
Yes - Pets allowed on leash only.
Publics :
Level bue - Medium
Localization supplement
Departure from Place Opinel in the village of Albiez-Montrond.
Opening hours
Open every day.
Subject to favorable weather.
Prices
Free access.
Information updated on 18/10/2025 by Office de tourisme Intercommunal Cœur de Maurienne
