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Croce Chabriere
Visorando Member
5.04 mi
+3,117 ft
-3,114 ft
5h 00
Difficult
Departure from Bardonecchia (Torino)
Above Bardonecchia, this cross has a particularly striking view of the winding road connecting the exit from the Fréjus tunnel to the Italian cities, beginning with Turin.
Circular loop between Névache and Bardonnèche
5.04 mi
+2,651 ft
-2,631 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Névache (Hautes-Alpes)
A circular route along the border starting from the road linking Névache to Bardonnèche.
Loop in Vallée Étroite
5.18 mi
+778 ft
-778 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Névache (Hautes-Alpes)
This is a very easy hike that allows you to discover the beautiful Vallée Étroite, ending in a grand finale at the famous Lac Vert.
Mont Thabor and its twenty lakes
14.99 mi
+5,036 ft
-5,013 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Névache (Hautes-Alpes)
This splendid alternative to the usual linear route takes in more than 20 lakes around the Mont Thabor viewpoint.
Setting off early in the morning allows you to avoid the crowds and enjoy the many sunrises behind the peaks.
A small part of the hike is off-trail, but navigation is easy.
Mont Thabor from Les Granges de la Vallée Etroite
11.40 mi
+4,672 ft
-4,672 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Névache (Hautes-Alpes)
From its height of 3,178 metres, enjoy the magnificent 360° panorama that Mont Thabor offers over the Alps, as well as its small chapel, Notre-Dame des-Sept-Douleurs.
The Green Lake
2.46 mi
+338 ft
-318 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Névache (Hautes-Alpes)
This is a short walk to an easily accessible lake that is well worth a visit. At the foot of a huge scree slope, Lac Vert is a gem of exceptional colour.
The Col des Thures
3.59 mi
+1,430 ft
-1,430 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Névache (Hautes-Alpes)
A short hike allowing you to visit the Italian village of Les Granges de la Vallée Étroite, situated on French territory. This pass, now entirely within France, must have served as a major smuggling route when the Vallée Étroite was part of Italy.
Terzo Alpini Mountain Hut – Névache
8.80 mi
+2,884 ft
-3,455 ft
6h 35
Difficult
Departure from Névache (Hautes-Alpes)
This third stage of the route will take you to the village of Névache via the Col du Vallon, once again following theGRP® “Tour du Thabor”. The climb to the pass is difficult, particularly the section through the scree slope, a former glacier. Due to its exposure, the gully leading up to the pass is prone to snowfields.
The scenery is fabulous. The descent towards Névache is superb, through a lush green valley, alongside a torrent and past a beautiful chapel.
Col de l'Echelle – Aiguille Rouge circular loop
5.88 mi
+2,651 ft
-2,654 ft
5h 00
Difficult
Departure from Névache (Hautes-Alpes)
The hike from Col de l’Échelle to Aiguille Rouge is a classic route usually done as a round trip via an easy path.
The uniqueness of the route suggested here lies in the fact that it follows a little-known path for much of the ascent. Please note: as this path passes through areas prone to erosion, it is therefore reserved for experienced hikers.
Aiguille Rouge - Col des Thures - Chavillon and Bellety Lakes
7.79 mi
+3,291 ft
-3,291 ft
6h 25
Difficult
Departure from Névache (Hautes-Alpes)
A beautiful hike that takes you from a larch forest to a mineral world. We tackle the summit of the Aiguille Rouge with its splendid panorama, then the vast mountain pasture of the Col des Thures and Lake Chavillon, under the watchful eye of the three Wise Men of the Vallée Étroite. We extend the hike to Lake Bellety, which is less frequented but well worth the detour.
Le Grand Vallon from Le Mélezet
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.
Refuge de la Chardouse - Pamplinet
10.60 mi
+3,166 ft
-3,681 ft
7h 40
Very difficult
Departure from Oulx (Torino)
This is the first stage of a journey that will take you across France, following the 45th parallel as closely as possible (within 10 km). To truly cross France and avoid going back and forth, the starting point is in Italy. However, it is possible to start from Pamplinet and climb up to the Col de Désertes to start from the French-Italian border.
Aiguille Rouge and Lac Bellety
10.34 mi
+3,589 ft
-3,589 ft
7h 55
Difficult
Departure from Névache (Hautes-Alpes)
A magnificent circular hike that avoids a mundane return trip to the Aiguille Rouge. This hike ventures off the marked trails on a few occasions, but civilisation is always in sight, so it’s impossible to get lost.
After the superb viewpoint at the Aiguille Rouge, the route takes in two lakes as well as a multitude of fairy chimneys in the Combe des Thures.
Valfréjus – Thabor mountain hut
3.37 mi
+1,952 ft
-0 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Modane (Savoie)
An easy route to reach the Thabor refuge and spend a good night’s sleep before heading over to Mont Thabor and the Chalets de Laval.
This section is accessible by mountain bike.
The Grand Argentier (Punta Nera) traverse
9.56 mi
+3,885 ft
-3,888 ft
7h 45
Very difficult
Departure from Modane (Savoie)
The border range near Modane comprises a series of peaks along a ridge, which the French call Grand Argentier and the Italians call Punta Nera (Pointe Noire). It is possible to visit these peaks by traversing from the Col de la Roue to the Col du Fréjus, following the ‘Sentiers de la Mémoire’ (Paths of Remembrance) across these passes, which are dotted with military border defences bearing witness to the fighting of 1940.
Mont Thabor via the refuge
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.
Route to the Sainte-Marguerite Lakes
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.
Tour of the Bois de Saint-Hippolyte
6.68 mi
+2,365 ft
-2,349 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Névache (Hautes-Alpes)
This forest hike does not present any major difficulties. It is suitable for all experienced hikers. It can be done in all seasons, but I prefer autumn because of the colours of the larch trees. After the first snowfall, it is also possible to do this route on snowshoes. However, be careful of the often exposed slopes, which are prone to avalanches.
Four villages on the left bank of the Doria Ripaira
4.57 mi
+1,670 ft
-1,673 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Oulx (Torino)
For a tour of four typical villages, this is a very shaded route that will delight young and old alike.
Chavillon and Bellety lakes
6.10 mi
+2,270 ft
-2,274 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Névache (Hautes-Alpes)
Visit two pretty lakes located on the link between the Névache Valley and the Vallée Etroite. The Lac de Chavillon is located at the Col des Thures, the crossing point between the two valleys mentioned above. The Lac Bellety above is on the border between the former provinces of Dauphiné and Savoie.
The Sentier des Sources snowshoe trail from the cable car
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.
Circular via Les Marmottes and Le Pracara from the cable car
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.
Pamplinet - Refuge du Chardonnet
8.03 mi
+2,546 ft
-135 ft
5h 55
Difficult
Departure from Névache (Hautes-Alpes)
This section corresponds to the second stage of the crossing of France, following the 45th parallel. This stage is magnificent and can be a hike in its own right. You follow the Clarée valley and discover beautiful waterfalls before climbing up to the Refuge du Chardonnet.
Rocher de Barrabas or Guglia Di Mezzodi
9.75 mi
+3,743 ft
-3,720 ft
7h 45
Difficult
Departure from Névache (Hautes-Alpes)
The Rocher de Barrabas or Guglia di Mezzodi is a peak on the Italian border with a particularly striking profile. It forms part of a veritable amphitheatre of Dolomite rocks on the Italian side. The view it offers is simply breathtaking.
The Col de l'Échelle tunnel
6.19 mi
+820 ft
-820 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Névache (Hautes-Alpes)
A very peaceful walk along the road and through the forest to reach this small tunnel before the long descent to Bardonneche.
Fort de l'Olive
4.75 mi
+2,530 ft
-2,513 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Névache (Hautes-Alpes)
Visit one of the many forts covering the Briançonnais region, unfortunately now in ruins. This fort overlooks the Clarée Valley and in particular the Cols de l'Échelle and Cols des Acles passes on the Italian border.
From Valfréjus to the cheese dairy above Le Lavoir
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.
Le Truc, from Valfréjus, via Les Herbiers and Arplane
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 Modane via the GR®5
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.
Arrondaz Plateau from Valfréjus
5.11 mi
+2,218 ft
-2,205 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Modane (Savoie)
The ascent is very shaded by Le Seuil and Les Bovenières. The descent is via La Challe and the Sentier des Ânes.
Valfrejus - Lac des Méandes
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
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.
Circular route between Roubion and Plampinet via the Route Forestière du Bois Noir
3.26 mi
+335 ft
-364 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Névache (Hautes-Alpes)
A lovely, easy walk, mostly through a larch forest and, for a short stretch, along the Clarée. In summer, you can enjoy the magnificent alpine flora that accompanies you along the entire route.
Col and Lac des Thures from Névache
6.41 mi
+2,014 ft
-2,011 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Névache (Hautes-Alpes)
In Névache in summer, the trails are very busy, especially those leading to the beautiful Lac des Thures, which is more accurately called Lac de Chavillon, but as it is located right at the Col des Thures, it is easier to associate it with this name.
The hilltop villages above Cesana Torinese
7.27 mi
+2,651 ft
-2,677 ft
8 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Cesana Torinese (Torino)
This circular route along the south-western bank of the River Dora Riparia allows you to visit the beautiful hilltop villages overlooking the valley. Excellently situated, these villages enjoy maximum sunshine as well as superb views of the valley and the Saulx d’Oulx resort.
Charmaix Chapel and Chemin des Essarts
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!
