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 routes to choose from. Take the first route on the right, then follow the second (short or long version). The route is marked by small black arrows.
As the rocks are highly eroded, observation of the engravings is subject to 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 given in terms of time, kilometers and altitude difference is for the walk including route 1 and the short version of route 2.

Additional welcome

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

Opening period

From 01/01 to 31/12 daily.
Inquire in advance with the Tourist Office to find out the conditions of access.

Spoken languages

• English
• French
• Italian

Location

To get there by car: Park at Plan de la Croix and follow the main road towards Aussois for about 100 m, then take the path on the left signposted "Parc Archéologique des Lozes". The entrance to the archaeological park is 800m one way.
Access is also possible on foot from Aussois (see map for access on foot from the village of Aussois - 1km to add).

Documents

• Flyer of the Lozes Archaeological Park (pdf)
• Access map 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 Parc Archéologique des Lozes.