Learning to recognise wild edible and medicinal plants of the mountains

By reservation only
Medicinal and edible plantsMedicinal and edible plantsBerry Sorbier des oiseleurs or Birds's SorbierChamrousse mountain guide Jonathan Perret
Jonathan Perret - Accompagnateur en montagne
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3 pôles de la station
Chamrousse 1650 / 1700 / 1750
38410
Chamrousse
  • Spoken language(s) :
    • English
    • Spanish
    • French
In short

Presentation

Botanical walk to learn how to recognise wild edible and medicinal plants growing in the mountains. Half a day to get the basis and avoid confusion with toxic species.
On an easy stroll along gentle paths, quiet roads and forest tracks, we'll discover the most interesting plants, grasses and trees. These common species will be representative of different environments. Sometimes simply along the path, by the roadside, or in the forest, on the mountain pasture, ...

We'll be concentrating on the easy-to-recognize medicinal and edible plants typical of the mountains. You'll leave feeling more confident and with a few recipe ideas, for wild meals or natural remedies. We can organize outings all year round, with different plants for each season.

Contact us to arrange a private group outing to suit your wishes and availability. In this private setting, the itinerary can be adapted for people with reduced mobility or special needs.
Opening periodFrom 01/05 to 31/10, daily.
Possible all year round, ask for vacancies.

On demand.
Additional welcomeDon't forget warm and waterproof clothes or an umbrella, and walking shoes.
A magnifiying glass if you have.
Start from a free shuttle stop, large parking lot near by.
Tecnical and pedagogical levels adapted to the group, possibility of a tailor-made course.
    General informations
    • Services :
      • 8 People maximum per group
      • 8 People maximum per group
      • Minimum number of persons 3
    • Nature of supervised practice :
      • Lessons
      • Group lessons
      • Introductory/discovery
    • Services :
      • Pets allowed
    To note
    • Client profile :
      • School groups greeting
    • Type of practice :
      • Supervised practice
    • Pedestrian sports :
      • Pedestrian sport
      • Hiking
    • Opening :
      • On weekdays
      • On week-ends

    Tarifs

    Adult: 25 € (Rate for group outings, starting from 4 people, max. 8 per group)
    Fee: from 150 € (Private outings for individuals).

    Group rate available for > 8 people.
    • Payment methods :
      • Cash
      • Bank transfer
    • Special prices for :
      • Students special rate

    Map

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    Chamrousse 1650 / 1700 / 1750
    38410
    Chamrousse
    GPS coordinates
    Latitude : 45.125291
    Longitude : 5.878726
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