The Coastal Woods Trail – Echandens
In the heart of the Bois de la Côte in the Commune of Echandens, the path presents didactic panels on the forest.
Distance
2.4 km
Duration
1h00
Elevation gain
128 m
Elevation loss
128 m
Difficulty
Easy
From the La Chocolatière district, follow the “Refuge” signs.
On the way, there is the Echandens refuge which offers tables where you can picnic if it is not occupied. The path is made of wood chips with two steep sections. Halfway along the path you will discover the Venoge. The path is dotted with didactic panels on fauna and flora.
Itinerary
Route details
Duration
1h00
Distance
2.4 km
Elevation gain
128 m
Elevation loss
128 m
Difficulty
Easy
Highest point
471 m
Lowest point
396 m
Practical Information
Access by public transport: stop “Echandens, Chocolatière” line 702 and 705. Count 15 minutes from the bus stop to the beginning of the walk.
Access by car: parking available in front of the Echandens refuge.
Vertical rise:
Positive: 80 m
Negative: 80 m
Altitudes :
Max: 449 m
Min: 389 m