From the Thermal Park to Saint-Gervais, a circular walk

A stroll through the heart of a 19th-century park, amidst unspoilt nature, a waterfall, majestic trees and spa heritage.

Starting from the Fayet spa park, this walk takes you on a journey of discovery through a remarkable natural and architectural heritage. After crossing the park and reaching the spa park footbridge, the Sentier des Poules trail gradually leads you up towards the heights of Saint-Gervais. The route then passes by the Saint-Gervais viaduct, before beginning the descent along the Chemin de Fontaine Froide to return to the cool, peaceful surroundings of the thermal park. A varied circular walk combining wooded paths, engineering structures and local heritage.

Starting point: Lower station of the Thermes lift

Take the Parc Thermal footbridge near the car parks, then turn left and walk along the Bon Nant.

At the Bois des Bains Est, turn left towards the Passerelle des Thermes.

Cross the footbridge and follow the winding path uphill towards Saint-Gervais town centre.

Once at the foot of the Saint-Gervais viaduct, take the stairs to reach the viaduct.

Cross the viaduct towards Le Châtelet. Cross over and walk past the cable car station.

Turn right and go under the county road to join the Chemin du Châtelet. Follow the path and take the Chemin de Fontaine Froide, which runs through the forest.

At La Grange du Châtelet, turn right and follow the path.

Leave the ‘La Valléenne’ mountain bike route on your left and continue down the path on the right towards the Parc Thermal.

Back at the Bois des Bains Est, turn left and head down the path you took on the way up along the Bon Nant.

Take the footbridge at the Parc Thermal and you’ll be back at the starting point.