Close to Chambéry, the three Cascades de Jacob break the flow of the Nant du Pontet, a stream originating from the slopes of the Chartreuse. Accessible via a public footpath, this green oasis contains many natural wonders.
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The first waterfall lies upstream from the Pont de Sécheron; it is a 7m slope, where the water 'explodes' in two successive rebounds.
The second waterfall is a powerful torrent underneath the Pont de Sécheron, tumbling 6m into the void from a giant stairway overhanging a little cavern.
The third waterfall is the most impressive and the least accessible. The water falls for over 30m through a narrow gulley carved out of the steep cliff.
Along the Nant du Pontet, the swirling water...
The second waterfall is a powerful torrent underneath the Pont de Sécheron, tumbling 6m into the void from a giant stairway overhanging a little cavern.
The third waterfall is the most impressive and the least accessible. The water falls for over 30m through a narrow gulley carved out of the steep cliff.
Along the Nant du Pontet, the swirling water...
Services
Themed path
Unguided group tours
Unguided individual tours
Openings
All year 2024 Open everyday
Location
Environment
- Forest location
- Town outskirts
Access
- Close to bus lines A and 1 (stop "Université Jacob"). More information on synchro.grandchambery.fr.
The walk starts from the car park of the Grand Pré primary school.
