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Marais de la Palle

Savoie  >  France

Small marshland area between the foot of the Bauges mountain range and the Isère river.

Added* by Nigel Parker
Most recent update 6 desember 2025

Description

Marais de la Palle is a small wetland at the foot of the Bauges mountain range. There is a short flat circular path (about 2 km) around a marshy area, with a raised wooden walkway on the eastern side and a grassy path alongside a stream on the southern edge. The stream has been partially dammed by beavers, creating a typical wetland habitat for birds and other wildlife. It is easy to spot Isfugl, Flaggspett, Gjerdesmett, Spettmeis, and Vintererle.

A short walk to the south, there is a nice walk along the La Bialle river, where there are Fossekall. In the Grésy lake there are some Storskarv.

Details

Access

Marais de la Palle is located east of the village of Fréterive. Access via the D201 between Grésy and Fréterive. Take the Chemin de la Palle near the little village of Les Fiardières, pass under the railway line and there is a Parking sign immediately on the left. Press P on the map for directions.

Terrain and Habitat

Wetland , River , Scattered trees and bushes , Grassland , Lake

Conditions

Flat

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

No

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring

Route

Wide path

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot

Birdwatching hide / platform

Yes

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