Orienteering trail
An ideal activity for families to discover Vaujany, explore the surroundings and learn navigation skills while having fun.
Pick up your orienteering maps at the Tourist Office or download them online before you set off.
The Village
Explore the village of Vaujany with your orienteering map in hand.
Children can follow the Fun Trail for Kids.
The Heritage Trail invites you to discover the unique features of Vaujany, from its narrow streets to traces of traditional mountain life and local heritage.
Fun Trail
Children and teenagers search for checkpoints and answer fun questions that lead them on a journey of discovery through the village.
Practical Information
- Difficulty level: Easy
- Season: Year-round
- Distance: 2.5 km
- Elevation gain: 80 m
- Duration: Approx. 1 hour
- Checkpoints: 11
Natural Heritage
The Heritage Trail invites you to discover the history of Vaujany through its narrow streets, traditional architecture and traces of life in days gone by.
Practical Information
- Difficulty level: Easy
- Season: Year-round
- Distance: 2.5 km
- Elevation gain: 80 m
- Duration: Approx. 1 hour
- Checkpoints: 11
The mountains offer a fantastic playground, but conditions can change quickly.
Before setting off:
■ Choose a trail suited to your ability and fitness level.
■ Bring appropriate equipment: water, sun protection, suitable clothing, etc.
■ Take altitude, elevation gain and changing weather conditions into account.
■ Respect local residents, private property and other users of the area.
■ Leave no trace by taking all your litter with you.
L'Espace Nature et loisirs du Collet
The Collet area invites you to explore. Follow our family and heritage trails and discover the site from a different perspective.
Fun trail
Children and teenagers follow the trail, find checkpoints and answer fun questions as they discover Le Collet and learn more about the mountain environment.
Practical Information
- Difficulty level: Easy
- Season: May to October
- Distance: 1.5 km
- Elevation gain: 30 m
- Duration: Approx. 1 hour
- Checkpoints: 10
Natural heritage trail
<p>The Heritage Trail invites you to rediscover the mountain pastures of Le Collet through a route featuring questions about life in the past and the challenges of today.</p>
Practical Information:
- Difficulty level: Easy
- Season: May to October
- Distance: 1.5 km
- Elevation gain: 30 m
- Duration: Approx. 1 hour
- Checkpoints: 10
<h2>Le Collet, Nature on a Grand Scale*</h2>
To make the most of your adventure, remember to bring:
- a printed or downloaded map;
- water;
- sun protection;
- suitable walking shoes.
The pedestrian map VAUJANY - VILLETTE- COLLET
Green orienteering trail
Practical Information
- Difficulty level: Easy
- Season: May to October
- Distance: 3.5 km
- Elevation gain: +160 m
- Duration: Approx. 1 hr 15 min
- Checkpoints: 10
Blue orienteering trail
Practical Information
- Difficulty level: Moderate
- Season: May to October
- Distance: 5 km
- Elevation gain: 320 m
- Duration: Approx. 2 hours
- Checkpoints: 13
Before You Set Off
The aim of orienteering is to find the checkpoints marked on your map by using features in the landscape to navigate, such as isolated trees, rocks, signposts, benches or junctions.
The start is marked by a red triangle. Checkpoints must be found in the order shown on the map, but you are free to choose your own route between them.
At each checkpoint, punch your map using the red punch attached to the wooden marker. Check regularly that the symbols on your leaflet match the punches collected at each checkpoint.
As you progress, confirm your position by identifying features visible around you, such as buildings, roads, signposts, wooded areas or intersections.
Once you have reached the final checkpoint, return to the starting point to complete your route.
It’s your turn to play!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is orienteering in Vaujany free?
Yes. The orienteering trails are free to access. Maps are available from the Vaujany Tourist Office.
Do I need to book in advance?
No. The trails can be completed independently and without prior booking. Simply collect or download your map before setting off.
When can I use the orienteering trails?
The village trails are accessible subject to ground conditions. The Collet trails are open from May to October.
Why are the Collet trails closed during winter?
During the winter season, access to the Collet area is prohibited by municipal order due to mountain hazards, particularly avalanche risk.
Are the trails suitable for families?
Yes. Family-friendly trails for children are available, as well as heritage trails that allow visitors to discover Vaujany while learning the basics of orienteering.
In the event of an emergency, call 112 and provide the casualty’s exact location.
For more information, please visit our
Safety & Security
page.
