A very long day. The descent to Oyace seems never-ending. On the other hand, once again, the scenery is magnificent and wild. It’s best to have a good rest in Oyace, as the final climb to the Col de Brison is very long. It’s almost over
This walk is part of a multi-day hike: Tor des Géants
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Activity: Walking -
Distance: 13.68 mi
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Average duration: 10h 10
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Difficulty: Very difficult
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Back to start: No
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Ascent: + 4,426 ft
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Descent: - 8,681 ft
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Highest point: 9,117 ft
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Lowest point: 4,452 ft
Waypoints
- S : mi 0 - alt. 8,789 ft - Rosaire and Clermont campsite
- 1 : mi 0.34 - alt. 9,114 ft - Col de Vessonaz
- 2 : mi 1.13 - alt. 7,858 ft - Altitude 2400
- 3 : mi 1.82 - alt. 7,228 ft - L'Ardanum
- 4 : mi 2.77 - alt. 6,555 ft - Altitude 2000
- 5 : mi 5.18 - alt. 4,780 ft - Primaz
- 6 : mi 5.53 - alt. 4,455 ft - Junction towards the restaurant
- 7 : mi 5.95 - alt. 4,780 ft - The End
- 8 : mi 7.92 - alt. 6,575 ft - Altitude 2000
- 9 : mi 9.93 - alt. 8,238 ft - Col de Brison ou de Breuson (2480 m)
- 10 : mi 11.51 - alt. 6,325 ft - Berrio Damion and water
- E : mi 13.68 - alt. 4,544 ft - Local road
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