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Sardière Monolith Circular Trail and Sculpture Trail
Visorando Member 
5.44 mi
+1,184 ft
-1,201 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Aussois (Savoie)
A snowshoe hike through the forest offering two points of interest: the spectacular Sardière monolith and the Sculpture Trail. Beautiful views of the peaks of the Mont Cenis massif to the south and surprising sculptures amongst the pine trees.
Tour of the Forts d'Avrieux via the balcony trail and the Saint-Benoit waterfall.
Visorando Member 
4.59 mi
+2,159 ft
-2,139 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Avrieux (Savoie)
A pleasant route using the stream and Diable footbridges to access Fort Victor-Emmanuel, Fort Charles-Felix and Fort Marie-Christine. On the way back, visit the pretty Saint-Benoit waterfall.
Loop of the four Aussois refuges
Visorando Member 
6.80 mi
+1,837 ft
-1,867 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Aussois (Savoie)
From the new car park at the Aussois dams, there is a fairly easy route around Lake Plan-d'Amont, which allows you to discover the four refuges in the southern part of the Vanoise National Park. You enter the heart of the park. In summer, there are many marmots and they are not shy. The landscapes are magnificent and varied, from the rhododendron bushes on the lake shore to the Labby glacier and the mineral deserts of La Fournache.
Pointe de la Gorma
Tourism professional 
8.83 mi
+4,511 ft
-4,491 ft
8h 00
Very difficult
Departure from Aussois (Savoie)
High-altitude hike beneath the imposing Dent Parrachée. The climb to 3,100 m is very pleasant, and there are several flat sections where you can rest. Things get tougher beyond that, after crossing the remains of the Labby Glacier, due to loose and unstable schist. Access to Pointe de la Gorma (3,396 m) is via an easy ridge.
Lac du Génépy
Visorando Member 
9.35 mi
+2,956 ft
-2,956 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Aussois (Savoie)
Circuit above Aussois between pine trees and snowfields.
La Pointe de l'Observatoire
Visorando Member 
9.67 mi
+3,238 ft
-3,238 ft
7h 15
Difficult
Departure from Aussois (Savoie)
Belle randonnée avec, au sommet de la Pointe de l'Observatoire, une vue à 360° sur la Xanoise (Pralognan, petit Mont Blanc, Peclet Polset) et plus loin le Mont Blanc lui même.
Refuge de la Fournache - Refuge de l'Orgére
Visorando Member 
5.91 mi
+2,336 ft
-3,750 ft
4h 45
Difficult
Departure from Aussois (Savoie)
The final stage of this fabulous route from the Refuge de la Fournache to the Refuge de l'Orgére, via the Col de la Masse. The ascent of this pass is difficult due to the steep gradient. The end of the ascent and a good part of the descent are very technical. The view from the pass is absolutely exceptional; you will be able to see the Écrins and the Thabor massif.
From the Bramanette Refuge to the Ambin Refuge
Association / Club / Walk leader 
8.50 mi
+4,186 ft
-3,665 ft
7h 35
Difficult
Departure from Bramans (Savoie)
A beautiful route, sometimes off the beaten track or on poorly marked paths. From the top of the passes, you can see both the peaks of the Vanoise (the Dent Parachée) and the Barre des Ecrins.This hike follows on from the "Le refuge de Bramanette" route.
The Refuge de Bramanette
Association / Club / Walk leader 
2.24 mi
+1,575 ft
-138 ft
2h 25
Moderate
Departure from Bramans (Savoie)
This short hike is the starting point for a magnificent three-day trek between Haute Maurienne and Val de Suze (Italy), with beautiful lakes and numerous small glaciers.But the setting and the welcome at the Refuge de Bramanette are such that they alone justify spending the night there and descending back down to the valley the next day!
Lake Liael and the Col de Bramanette
Visorando Member 
9.72 mi
+4,265 ft
-4,275 ft
8h 10
Difficult
Departure from Bramans (Savoie)
A beautiful circular route in the Haute-Maurienne via the Etache Valley and the Bramanette Valley.
Steep gradients.
Tour des Glaciers de la Vanoise starting from Modane
Visorando Member
66.01 mi
+23,921 ft
-23,917 ft
8 days
Difficult
Departure from Villarodin-Bourget (Savoie)
This fabulous 8-stage route (+ 2 variants) is challenging and requires excellent physical fitness, as some passes reach an altitude of nearly 3,000m.
The first two stages deviate from the usual route, making this route even more appealing. The mountain landscapes, glaciers, pastures and flora are among the most beautiful in the Alps. Wildlife is particularly abundant, as in the Mercantour. Every day we saw marmots, ibex and chamois.
Refuge de l'Orgére - Refuge Peclet Polset
Visorando Member 
5.43 mi
+2,986 ft
-1,171 ft
5h 05
Difficult
Departure from Villarodin-Bourget (Savoie)
The first stage takes you from the Refuge d’Orgére to the Refuge de Peclet Polset. Although short, this first stage features a significant elevation gain, helping you get into your stride for the rest of the trek. The views above the Maurienne Valley are already splendid. You’ll cross your first pass, the Col de Chaviére, at nearly 2,800 metres. Views of the Écrins and the Thabor, reminding us of the 2018 route.
Col de la Masse, starting from the Refuge de l'Orgère
Visorando Member 8.92 mi
+3,983 ft
-3,986 ft
7h 35
Difficult
Departure from Villarodin-Bourget (Savoie)
A hike at 2,900m: marmots, ibex, mountain pastures, scree slopes and forest – all in one.
Tour of the five passes of the Vanoise
Visorando Member 
27.00 mi
+13,077 ft
-13,051 ft
3 days
Very difficult
Departure from Villarodin-Bourget (Savoie)
A 3-day hike with camping or staying in mountain huts.
The route takes you into the Vanoise National Park, close to the Gébroulaz Glacier and Lac Blanc, with the option of climbing the Grand Roc (3,316 m) and the Pointe de l'Observatoire (3,015 m).
There are many other panoramic views to discover across the five passes: Col de la Masse (2,952 m), Col d’Aussois (2,914 m), Col Rouge (2,730 m), Col du Soufre (2,817 m) and Col de Chavière (2,796 m).
From the Refuge de l'Orgère to the Refuge du Fond d'Aussois via the Grand Roc
Visorando Member 
7.42 mi
+4,787 ft
-3,412 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Villarodin-Bourget (Savoie)
Starting from the Refuge Porte de l'Orgère, the route passes through the Valon de l'Orgère to reach the Col de la Masse (2,952 m) with the option of climbing the Grand Roc (3,316 m), then follows the valleys to reach the Refuge du Fond d'Aussois.
Lac de la Partie - Vallon de Polset
Visorando Member 
7.81 mi
+2,470 ft
-2,470 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Villarodin-Bourget (Savoie)
A good hike with an uphill route along the Povaret torrent, away from the usual trails.
The uphill trail is well marked but there are hardly any signposts.
Circular via Les Marmottes and Le Pracara from the cable car
Visorando Member 2.07 mi
+1,125 ft
-1,148 ft
2 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Villarodin-Bourget (Savoie)
A short loop with good slopes, both uphill and downhill.
The Sentier des Sources snowshoe trail from the cable car
Visorando Member 1.97 mi
+236 ft
-801 ft
1.5 hrs
Easy
Departure from Villarodin-Bourget (Savoie)
A lovely, easy walk in the peaceful forest, starting at the top of the gondola lift and returning by chairlift.
From the Fond d'Aussois Refuge to the Saut Refuge via the Pointe de l'Observatoire
Visorando Member 
9.33 mi
+4,724 ft
-5,443 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Aussois (Savoie)
From the Refuge du Fond d'Aussois to the Refuge du Saut, the route passes via the Col d'Aussois (2,914 m) with the option to climb the Pointe de l'Observatoire (3,015 m) before descending into the valley via the Ritort farm, then the Col Rouge (2,730 m).
Le Grand Vallon from Le Mélezet
Visorando Member 5.43 mi
+2,628 ft
-2,628 ft
4h 45
Difficult
Departure from Modane (Savoie)
A lovely, isolated hike, far from the overcrowded trails. Requires a little attention to orientation and the location of the path.
Charmaix Chapel and Chemin des Essarts
Visorando Member 2.26 mi
+758 ft
-741 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Modane (Savoie)
An easy route passing by the Notre-Dame du Charmaix Chapel, which blends seamlessly with the rock face. Then, the Chemin des Essarts: a Discovery Trail with information boards on local flora and fauna created by pupils from the Collège de la Vanoise. And there’s also a beautiful waterfall to admire!
Peclet-Polset Refuge - Merlets Lakes Refuge
Visorando Member 
9.26 mi
+3,114 ft
-3,314 ft
7h 00
Difficult
Departure from Pralognan-la-Vanoise (Savoie)
This second stage links the Peclet Polset Refuge to the Lacs Merlets Refuge via the Col du Soufre. You walk alongside the great Gebroulaz Glacier before reaching the Refuge du Saut. Next comes the ascent of the Col de Chanrouge and the arrival at the Lacs Merlets.
This stage takes you off the usual route through the Vanoise National Park. The landscapes are very wild. You’ll find plenty of edelweiss here.
Gerbroulaz Glacier (alternative route)
Visorando Member 
4.18 mi
+1,654 ft
-1,631 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Pralognan-la-Vanoise (Savoie)
Alternative route, starting from the Peclet-Polset refuge. This alternative can be taken at the end of the first stage.
It allows you to get as close as possible to the gigantic Gebroulaz Glacier, at the foot of the Aiguilles de Peclet.
From Valfréjus to Modane via the GR®5
Visorando Member 
4.40 mi
+10 ft
-1,654 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Modane (Savoie)
This is an easy, downhill hike from Valfréjus to Modane. The route follows the GR®5. It is a gentle slope, passing near the pretty Notre-Dame du Charmaix chapel, and there are many oratories in different styles along the way. Take the shuttle bus between Modane station and Valfréjus, but be sure to check the timetable.
Valfrejus - Lac des Méandes
Visorando Member 8.66 mi
+4,816 ft
-1,306 ft
8h 10
Difficult
Departure from Modane (Savoie)
A challenging hike starting from Valfréjus resort, the first stage to reach Lac des Méandes (below Col des Méandes). The view is incredible all along the route.Be careful, there is very little shade and at an altitude of 2,700 metres, it is always a little chilly.
Fort of the Small Pass, La Turra and Bon Pré from Valfréjus
Visorando Member 
6.03 mi
+2,635 ft
-2,661 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Modane (Savoie)
Circular route starting from Valfrejus Station, to Lavoir, then Fort du Collet, La Turra and Bon Pré, before descending back to the station. This route offers sublime, uninterrupted views of Thabor and the refuge, as well as the Modane valley and Valfréjus Station.
Le Truc, from Valfréjus, via Les Herbiers and Arplane
Visorando Member 5.77 mi
+3,163 ft
-3,182 ft
5h 25
Difficult
Departure from Modane (Savoie)
Climb to the summit of Le Truc for magnificent views over the Maurienne Valley, the Vanoise, the Grand Vallon, Arrondaz and the Col de la Roue. The view is already very beautiful from Arplane.
From Valfréjus to the cheese dairy above Le Lavoir
Visorando Member 4.85 mi
+1,401 ft
-1,381 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Modane (Savoie)
A lovely route, mostly shaded.
You walk alongside the Charmaix stream on one side on the way up and on the other on the way down.
Very nice view on arrival.
Refuge de l'Arpont - Refuge de la Fournache
Visorando Member 
10.62 mi
+2,533 ft
-2,365 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Termignon (Savoie)
Stage7 of this journey takes you from the Refuge de l’Arpont to the very welcoming Refuge de la Fournache. This stage skirts around the Dent Parrachée. This is the last time you will see the Vanoise glaciers. This trail, which is at times technical and challenging due to its elevation gain, overlooks the Maurienne Valley, Val Cénis and, on the other side, Italy. You will also catch a glimpse of the Thabor, before arriving at the bottom of Aussois, with its two lakes and the Aussois dam.
Refuge de l'Arpont - The lakes and the Arpont Glacier (alternative route)
Visorando Member 
3.98 mi
+1,742 ft
-1,729 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Termignon (Savoie)
This6th stage is a variation on the route starting from the Refuge de l'Arpont. We decided to spend two days on this hike to explore the Lacs de l'Arpont and its magnificent glacier. An exceptional hike that will allow you to get as close as possible to this glacier. The lakes are splendid. If you’re feeling brave, don’t hesitate to take a very refreshing dip.
The Bellecombe Lakes and others
Visorando Member 
6.37 mi
+1,417 ft
-1,398 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Termignon (Savoie)
This is a lovely, easy hike in the Vanoise.
It is also a lake circuit dominated by the Vanoise glaciers between the Dent Parrachée and the Grande Casse.
From Lac Blanc to the Plan du Lac refuge, the route is neither mapped nor marked.
Route to the Sainte-Marguerite Lakes
Visorando Member 
7.63 mi
+2,096 ft
-2,100 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Modane (Savoie)
The Lacs Sainte-Marguerite are two pretty lakes a stone's throw from the Mont Thabor refuge. The Lac Rond and Lac Long are set in a very mineral environment at the foot of the Cheval Blanc.
Mont Thabor via the refuge
Visorando Member 15.09 mi
+5,390 ft
-5,377 ft
12 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Modane (Savoie)
A superb hike on the border between Savoie and the Hautes Alpes, almost in Italy.
Tormented landscapes, high mountains, a chapel at over 3,150 metres, lakes, snowfields, and a bit of contemporary history, as a large part of the route has only been French territory since 1947.
Pointe du Grand Vallon and Pointe de Lanserlia circular route
Tourism professional 
7.51 mi
+3,255 ft
-3,241 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Termignon (Savoie)
This is a wild hike where you won't encounter anyone except chamois and marmots before arriving near the three magnificent Lanserlia Lakes. It will test your sense of direction, as part of the route is off-trail.
This is ademanding hike, reserved for experienced hikers. GPS tracking is recommended.
Pointe and lakes of Lanserlia
Visorando Member 11.72 mi
+3,323 ft
-3,307 ft
8h 15
Difficult
Departure from Termignon (Savoie)
A wild hike is possible in Vanoise: the first part, which leads to the lakes and the Pointe de Lanserlia, is well marked, even if it is not signposted. The rest of the route to the Plateau du Turc is away from the main paths that criss-cross the massif and includes a tricky section between (8) and (9), which is why it is classified as difficult.
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