The Oratoire St Antoine is a beautiful, larger oratory located along the Chemin du Praz on the eastern edge of the Pontent Leisure Park, roughly 600 meters north from the amazing Notre Dame de la Gorge at the southern end of the Montjoie Valley.
The oratory was fully restored in 1982 by local inhabitants. Inside the oratory you will find a wooden panel of Saint Anthony of the Desert, patron saint of guides and protector of animals. The inscription reads: "Go with the protection of God and may Saint Anthony and Saint Bernard keep you from danger and have you come back as healthy as when you left".
Nearest Town
Les Contamines
Altitude
1187m
Capacity
Accommodation
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Our Rating
Exceptional
Loop Trail:
Absolutely beautiful trail with a gorgeous church and a couple of really nice waterfalls in beautiful forests and open fields. Great variety in absolutely amazing scenery.
Length
8.9km
When to Go
Start May - Mid Oct
Hiking Time
2.5 - 4.0 Hours
Elevation +
+493m / -493m
Kids
7+ Years old
Running Time
1.5 - 2.5 Hours
Technical Difficulty
Moderate (3/5)
Dogs
Dogs Allowed
Nearest Town
Chamonix
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Longitude:
6.7241
Latitude:
45.8