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Champagny-en-Vanoise walks
Le Châtelard and La Croix de la Duy via La Traye
Visorando Member
4.29 mi
+1,493 ft
-1,493 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Champagny-en-Vanoise (Savoie)
This route offers a loop around Champagny-en-Vanoise via Le Châtelard and La Duy, then descends via Les Combes d'en haut and Les Combes d'en bas, ending at La Traye. No particular difficulty.
Mont de la Guerre via the Champagny cable cars
10.13 mi
+3,537 ft
-3,530 ft
7h 45
Difficult
Departure from Champagny-en-Vanoise (Savoie)
The proposed route allows you to climb Mont de la Guerre from Champagny-en-Vanoise and descend via the ski area. The route passes by the Champagny cable cars for those who wish to shorten the descent (please note that they are not operational on Saturdays). There are many alternatives for the descent; I have suggested this version to create a loop. Instead of going through the Bois des Génévriers, it is possible to descend via the forest track.
Balcon de la Forêt du Miollet, starting from Champagny-en-Vanoise
5.25 mi
+2,005 ft
-1,978 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Champagny-en-Vanoise (Savoie)
A lovely summer walk in Champagny-en-Vanoise.
After a fairly steep climb through the Bois des Chapelets, you follow a ridge walk in the Forêt du Miollet with magnificent views of the Vanoise Massif, the Grand Bec and the Vanoise Glaciers.
The descent then takes you through the Bois des Genévriers and past the alpine chalets at Combes d’en Haut and La Traye.
Pointe de la Vélière circular route from Champagny-en-Vanoise
6.19 mi
+3,990 ft
-3,990 ft
6h 20
Difficult
Departure from Champagny-en-Vanoise (Savoie)
A circular ascent of the Pointe de la Vélière (ascending via the Bois des Fougères and descending via the Bois des Cabanes) from the village of Champagny-en-Vanoise. A fairly varied loop with successive sections through woodland (Bois de la Fougère, des Chapelets, des Cabannes) and high-altitude mountain pastures (towards the Plan du Bouc). Viewpoints overlooking the Vanoise, and an ascent up a wild valley (Les Arriérés). The circular route also offers numerous variations (for example, it can be extended by following the ridge line from the Sommet de la Vélière to the Col de la Bauche de Mio).
La Tour du Merle via Plan Fournier from Champagny-en-Vanoise
7.33 mi
+2,753 ft
-2,730 ft
5h 45
Difficult
Departure from Champagny-en-Vanoise (Savoie)
A circular route starting and finishing at Pont des Chailles in Champagny-en-Vanoise. A fairly varied route alternating between forest sections, where blueberries line the path, and unobstructed views of the Vanoise, either over the Pralognan area (Portetta, Vanoise Glaciers) or the Champagny area (Mont de la Guerre, Pointe de la Vélière, Pointe des Chardes, etc.). The second part of the descent follows a fairly wide forest track.
The Bozelet Chapel as seen from the Champagny cable car
7.53 mi
+1,152 ft
-1,135 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Champagny-en-Vanoise (Savoie)
A lovely walk in very open countryside, with no major difficulties.
We did it at the end of July and it felt like we were in a flower garden.
Les Hommes Courbés
6.01 mi
+3,169 ft
-3,176 ft
5h 30
Difficult
Departure from Champagny-en-Vanoise (Savoie)
Locals call this section of the hike “Les Hommes Courbés” (The Bent Men) because of the shape of the mountain. You be the judge...
This pleasant and varied hike is particularly suitable for a hot day as two-thirds of the route is in the shade.
For information on the difficulty, see the ‘Practical Information’ section.
The Grand Bec Refuge, and a little more
4.00 mi
+2,411 ft
-2,382 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Planay (Savoie) (Savoie)
A beautiful hike that will make you want to come back for several days.
Mont Jovet as a long loop via the Belvédère de Grande Roche
7.65 mi
+3,373 ft
-3,360 ft
6h 25
Difficult
Departure from Bozel (Savoie)
Hike on the southern slope of Mont Jovet in a fairly wide loop, passing by the Belvédère de Grande Roche. The first part is in a shaded area in the Bois de la Cour, then the Bois des Roches. The route includes a slightly exposed section on the ridge of Mont Jovet. The return journey is on the other side, along a stream where you can stop to cool off. The entire hike offers a succession of varied panoramic views between the Tarentaise and Haute-Tarentaise valleys.
Crossing Mont Jovet via the Dou de Moutiers and the Roc du Bécoin
12.38 mi
+4,600 ft
-4,587 ft
9h 40
Difficult
Departure from Bozel (Savoie)
Mont Jovet is a magnificent vantage point in the heart of the Vanoise. It can be climbed fairly easily from its various sides, from Montagny, Bozel, Champagny, La Plagne or Notre-Dame du Pré. This circular route takes you across the mountain, passing through the various hills that surround it and along west-to-east ridgelines, adding a bit of challenge to the hike and offering a variety of views.
Lécheron mountain chalet
3.34 mi
+2,008 ft
-2,008 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Champagny-en-Vanoise (Savoie)
One of the first hikes to do when discovering the Champagny-le-Haut valley and a great way to pick up some cow's or goat's cheese for lunch. This hike can be extended to Froide Fontaine.
Loop on the left bank of the Doron de Champagny via La Sauvire
7.36 mi
+4,236 ft
-4,232 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Champagny-en-Vanoise (Savoie)
Alpine hike for experienced walkers on the wild left bank of the Doron de Champagny, with views of the chain of glaciers and rock faces stretching from the Grand Bec to the Grande Motte via the Grande Casse.
Pointe des Chardes
8.38 mi
+4,747 ft
-4,744 ft
8h 00
Difficult
Departure from Champagny-en-Vanoise (Savoie)
The Pointe des Chardes doesn’t seem to be very well known, yet it’s a beautiful, wild hike that isn’t too difficult, with an incredible view from the summit. We’re right in the heart of the Vanoise.
Circular route via the Passage de la Frête from Champagny-le-Haut
6.99 mi
+3,615 ft
-3,615 ft
6h 20
Difficult
Departure from Champagny-en-Vanoise (Savoie)
A circular route from Champagny-le-Haut has been made possible by the recent upgrading of a section of the path just below the Passage de la Frête. The latter is the highlight of the route, offering unobstructed views towards the Vanoise. This route can be walked in exactly the same way in the opposite direction, offering the same rewards. This also gives you the chance to buy some cheese at the Chalet d’Alpage du Lécheron on the way back.
Refuge du Bois - Pralognan
11.38 mi
+5,187 ft
-5,358 ft
9h 45
Difficult
Departure from Champagny-en-Vanoise (Savoie)
Day 4 of the circular route around the Grande Casse, from Champagny-le-Haut to Pralognan via the Tour du Merle and the Grand Bec.
The southern slope of Mont Jovet with a small circular path.
6.22 mi
+3,212 ft
-3,212 ft
5h 40
Difficult
Departure from Bozel (Savoie)
This hike on the southern slope of Mont Jovet offers beautiful views of the Vanoise and beyond.
The route is well cleared and best done early in the morning or in spring after the snow has melted, or on a beautiful autumn day.
Dents de la Portetta via the ridges of Mont Charvet
8.11 mi
+4,304 ft
-4,301 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Bon-Tarentaise (Savoie)
A very beautiful circular route in the Courchevel area, without being hindered by the pylons...
The route is unique and quite wild; I didn’t come across a single person that day... just the cows from the mountain pastures who came to visit me during my break, and further up, a herd of chamois that I’d clearly disturbed.
A quiet spot, except for the immediate vicinity of the car park and Lac de Rosière, and very charming.
La Dent du Villard from Courchevel
5.32 mi
+2,569 ft
-2,579 ft
4h 40
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Bon-Tarentaise (Savoie)
To the east of Courchevel, 1550m above Lac de la Rosière, the Dent du Villard is a white gypsum mountain perforated with multiple dissolution craters on its summit, making for an impressive crossing.
Lacs Merlet
10.25 mi
+2,792 ft
-2,785 ft
7h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Bon-Tarentaise (Savoie)
Starting from Pralin, the hike to the Merlet lakes takes you to a superb, peaceful site on the edge of the Vanoise National Park, dominated by the Aiguille du Fuit.
Markings are present but not everywhere.
Col du Palet circular via Laisonnay d'en Bas
13.58 mi
+4,823 ft
-4,803 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Champagny-en-Vanoise (Savoie)
A long hike at the bottom of the valley offering magnificent scenery. A classic route in the Champagny valley.
Laisonnay Circular – Col du Palet – Col Grassaz
14.15 mi
+4,170 ft
-4,154 ft
10h 10
Difficult
Departure from Champagny-en-Vanoise (Savoie)
A beautiful hike in the Vanoise offering guaranteed spectacular views of the glacial landscape as well as the vibrant mountain pastures with on-site cheese production. Old chalets, mountain huts and a chapel, not to mention the ever-present marmots.
Discreet signposting.
Under the Roche du Tougne
5.90 mi
+2,421 ft
-2,421 ft
4h 50
Difficult
Departure from Champagny-en-Vanoise (Savoie)
This is a beautiful summer hike where you can encounter flora and ibex... if you're lucky.
However, the first sign indicating Plan du Pré, a dead end, leaves you wondering whether it is possible to complete the route. This is not the case, because although the trail ends above Plan du Pré, you will find another one after crossing several streams, including the Tougne. All you have to do is descend and cross the Doron de Champagny on a footbridge.
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