Walking tour of the Lozes Archaeological Park

Rocks polished by the ancient glacier Arc reveal an original set of rock carvings left by early mountaineers. Learn to decipher those mysterious signs, dating mostly from 1000 BC to the Middle Ages.

Description

Inside the Parc archéologique des Lozes, there are two trails to choose from. Take the first trail on the right, then follow the second (short or long version). The trail is marked with small black arrows.
Since the rocks are highly eroded, viewing the engravings depends on certain lighting conditions. We recommend visiting the site at sunrise or sunset, as the low-angled light accentuates the relief and contours of the engravings.
The information provided regarding time, distance, and elevation gain applies to the walk that includes Route 1 and the short version of Route 2.

Additional welcome

The following are prohibited in the park:
* jacking up any vehicle (including ATVs)
* any contact with or damage to the rock
* picnics and fires
* access to the industrial quarry for safety reasons

Environments

• Mountain view
• Mountain location
• Village - 2 km away

Rates

Free access.

Itinerary

• Distance 2.8 km
• Route type LOOP
• Elevation gain 71m
• Negative gradient 68m
• Daily duration 02h00
• Signposted itinerary Yes
• Beaconing accuracy Follow the signs for "Parc Archéologique des Lozes"
• Nature of the land Ground, Suitable for city strollers
• Maximum altitude 1523m

Opening period

Daily from January 1 to December 31.
Please contact the Tourist Office in advance to find out the access conditions.

Spoken languages

• English
• French
• Italian

Location

To get there by car: Park at Plan de la Croix and follow the main road toward Aussois about 100 meters, then take the path on the left marked "Parc Archéologique des Lozes". The entrance to the archaeological park is 800 m away.
You can also get there on foot from Aussois see map for directions on foot from the village of Aussois add 1 km).

Documents

• Flyer of the Lozes Archaeological Park (pdf)
• Map showing how to get to the Lozes à ped trail from the village of Aussois pdf)

Animals

Pets allowed : Yes

Pets allowed with supplement: No

Pets must be kept on a leash in the Lozes Archaeological Park.