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Aiguille de Varan from Passy
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8.51 mi
+5,961 ft
-5,945 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Passy (Haute-Savoie) (Haute-Savoie)
A beautiful circular hike from Passy in a rugged environment with a remarkable summit overlooking the Arve valley. The wild and vertiginous crossing from the Aiguille de Varan to the Désert de Platé is quite unforgettable. The hike can be split into two by staying overnight at the Refuge de Varan.
This hike should not be attempted in uncertain weather or foggy conditions.
Walks near Aiguille de Varan
Assy Plateau - Platé Refuge
2.59 mi
+3,438 ft
-102 ft
4h 10
Difficult
Departure from Passy (Haute-Savoie) (Haute-Savoie)
First day of the hike.
A good, varied climb that will take you to the Désert de Platé, a rather exceptional protected site.
Plaine Joux - Refuge de Moëde Anterne via Lac de Pormenaz
5.04 mi
+2,484 ft
-371 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Passy (Haute-Savoie) (Haute-Savoie)
The first stage of a two-day excursion to Lac d'Anterne, this day allows us to reach the Refuge du Col d'Anterne via Les Argentières and Lac de Pormenaz.
Le Dérochoir
6.97 mi
+3,875 ft
-4,177 ft
6h 35
Difficult
Departure from Passy (Haute-Savoie) (Haute-Savoie)
An extraordinary hike that almost forms a loop, starting from the Châtelet car park; a complete change of scenery guaranteed in an exceptional environment (Passy and Sixt nature reserves; Platé desert). You will need two vehicles.
Châtelet d'Ayères - Refuge de Sales via Le Dérochoir
4.14 mi
+2,615 ft
-1,129 ft
4h 10
Difficult
Departure from Passy (Haute-Savoie) (Haute-Savoie)
Climb up the rocks for panoramic views of Mont Blanc. Please note: technical and exposed sections.
Sales mountain huts - Le Lignon
2.77 mi
+59 ft
-2,349 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval (Haute-Savoie)
Descend into the Gorges de Sales and pass by the foot of magnificent waterfalls.
Tour des Aiguilles Rouges: Servoz - Refuge Moede Anterne
5.18 mi
+3,750 ft
-433 ft
5h 40
Difficult
Departure from Servoz (Haute-Savoie)
First stage of the Aiguilles Rouges tour.
This stage begins with a forest climb with views of Mont Blanc and the Bossons glacier. Continuing with a panoramic hike over the Passy reserve, we pass Lac de Pormenaz and arrive at Refuge de Moëde Anterne which overlooks the Mont Blanc mountain range.
Tour des Aiguilles Rouges
36.10 mi
+14,055 ft
-14,619 ft
5 days
Difficult
Departure from Servoz (Haute-Savoie)
The five-day Tour des Aiguilles Rouges is one of the most beautiful hikes in the Mont Blanc region: breathtaking panoramic views, extremely varied landscapes, and a wild and unspoilt environment.
This tour is located in the heart of three nature reserves: the Aiguilles Rouges, Passy and Vallon de Bérard nature reserves. A panoramic route of great beauty between glaciers, lakes, moraines, forests, flora and wildlife.
Moëde Anterne refuge - Col and Lac d'Anterne - Lac Vert - Plaine Joux
7.27 mi
+1,716 ft
-3,835 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Passy (Haute-Savoie) (Haute-Savoie)
From the Moëde Anterne refuge where you will have spent the night, there is a beautiful climb to the Col d'Anterne, facing Mont Blanc, then a return trip to Lac d'Anterne. The descent from the pass is via the 4X4 track to spare your joints.
Refuges Moëde Anterne - Pierre à Bérard via le Buet
9.02 mi
+4,400 ft
-4,649 ft
8h 00
Difficult
Departure from Passy (Haute-Savoie) (Haute-Savoie)
Second stage of the Tour des Aiguilles Rouges.
This second stage follows the itinerary of the Mont Blanc GRP®. Hike through the Passy Reserve to the Col de Salenton. It's optional to climb the Mont Blanc des Dames: le Buet. Descent through the Vallon de Bérard nature reserve to the mountain hut.
