Circuit des Demoiselles Coiffées

Starting from the typical hamlet of Villarenger, discover this "refreshing" family walk through the forest. A geological curiosity has appeared not far from the path that bears its name: "the coiffed lady".

This geological curiosity is linked to the phenomenon of erosion which forms in loose soil. The morainic deposits found here at the foot of the Daillait stream are an ideal terrain for the construction of these "fairy chimneys". In the hamlet of Villarenger, you can also observe "La Pierra Chevetta" (Owl Stone): a stone with cupules (small round cavities) of a sacred nature which dates from the Neolithic period (approx. - 3000 years). It has 7 cupules and 5 cruciform engravings added later under the influence of Christianity. It is said that this stone had a protective power against the torrential floods that regularly threatened the village. Place of departure: Villarenger Altitude at point of departure: 1060m Maximum altitude: 1130m Belleville’s valley guidebook