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You can top up your water supplies at the Refuge de la Leisse and the Refuge de la Femma.
On the second day, you can top up your water at the Refuge du Fond des Fous and the Col de l'Iseran.
Circular route in the Vanoise around Tignes / Val d'Isère
A challenging two-day mini-trek in the heart of the Vanoise National Park between the resorts of Tignes and Val d’Isère, with several possible routes. Ideal for seasonal workers or for those who want to experience a night in a mountain refuge.
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Activity: Walking -
Distance: 22.77 mi -
Average duration: 2 days -
Difficulty: Difficult -
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Back to start: No -
Ascent: + 8,281 ft -
Descent: - 6,831 ft -
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Highest point: 9,764 ft -
Lowest point: 6,909 ft
Stages of the route
This route needs several days, find the details below:
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Worth a visit
Five legendary passes in the Vanoise, including the highest road pass in France.
Reviews and comments
4.7 / 5
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User 29882885
Overall rating : 4.7 / 5
Date of your route : Jul 12, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No
An excellent hike for people who are physically fit.
The route is clearly marked, you never get lost, and the views are breathtaking.
One slight downside on day 2: I set off at 7.15 am from the Refuge de la Femma and, without taking any extra breaks, I had to rush the final stretch to reach the Solaise cable cars, which close at 4.45 pm. Setting off 30 minutes earlier would have spared me the anxiety of having to walk back down from Solaise to Val d’Isère (an extra 2 hours or so).
The section between the Col de l’Iseran and the Tunel 3000 is quite gruelling, as the few snowfields have softened considerably in the current heat. Extra caution required!
All in all, a fantastic, challenging route – thanks for the track, 
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