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Lillaz - Chardonney
Association / Club / Walk leader
15.14 mi
+4,308 ft
-4,908 ft
10h 45
Very difficult
Departure from Cogne (Aosta Valley)
An easy but long day. No complaints about the climb. However, be careful towards the end as there are many paths that look alike. From Chardonney, there is little public transport. It is possible to hitchhike to Pont-Saint-Martin. With all the French place names, you wouldn’t think you were in Italy. From Pont-Saint-Martin, there are buses to Gressonney-Saint-Jean.
Return trip to the Vittorio Sella Refuge from Valnontey
Visorando Member
6.16 mi
+3,087 ft
-3,087 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Cogne (Aosta Valley)
A fairly popular hike that takes you close to the foothills of Gran Paradiso. You might spot some ibex if you’re lucky!
From Gimillian to the Grauson Refuge
8.10 mi
+2,444 ft
-2,428 ft
5h 50
Difficult
Departure from Cogne (Aosta Valley)
A lovely hike in the Cogne area with stunning views of Gran Paradiso.
From Gimillan to Lago Money
7.72 mi
+2,713 ft
-2,687 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Cogne (Aosta Valley)
An easy walk from the beautiful village of Gimillan to Lago Money.
You can decide what to do when you arrive at waypoint 2:Most people walk to the Laghi di Lussert, which is also very beautiful, but a 1-hour longer walk.I did it a few years ago, that's why we walked to the silent and very beautiful Lago Money.
Refuge Vittorio Sella - Valnontey
8.33 mi
+846 ft
-3,825 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Cogne (Aosta Valley)
Spectacular view over Gran Paradiso.
The Alpine Pasture and Lake Djouan
8.30 mi
+2,808 ft
-2,808 ft
6h 15
Difficult
Departure from Valsavarenche (Aosta Valley)
A walk through the hunting grounds of King Victor Emmanuel, who owned a very large building in Orvieille that is currently being refurbished. Passing through the mountain pastures that follow, the very pretty Lac de Djouan then comes into view.
Eaux Rousse - Cognes
15.65 mi
+5,804 ft
-6,168 ft
12h 15
Very difficult
Departure from Valsavarenche (Aosta Valley)
A long day lies ahead with the climb to the Col de Lauzon (3,299m). This is the highest point of the TDG. The descent from the pass is pure delight. It is possible to run downhill for 3–4 km to the Vittorio Sella Refuge. It is a large refuge with plenty of people. The descent to Valnontey is also long, but there are plenty of cafés to rest in.
Eaux Rousses - Refuge Vittorio Sella
8.70 mi
+5,495 ft
-2,523 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Valsavarenche (Aosta Valley)
From Valsavaranche to Val de Cogne in the middle of a herd of chamois.
Tour of Cima della Roley in the Aosta Valley
6.10 mi
+2,979 ft
-2,972 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Valsavarenche (Aosta Valley)
A truly magnificent mountain route. Ascent, crossing the Col du Grand Small Pass, then descent. A fairly classic circuit where you are likely to see animals such as chamois and marmots. This circuit can be done in either direction, but the direction indicated allows you to enjoy impressive views on arrival at the Col du Grand Small Pass.
Borgnoz and Meyes circular mountain pasture loop
9.22 mi
+2,900 ft
-2,917 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Valsavarenche (Aosta Valley)
Facing the Grand Paradis, these two mountain pastures, now abandoned, offer a beautiful view of the glacier and the summit of this particularly popular mountain.
The Victor Emmanuel Refuge at the foot of Gran Paradiso
4.11 mi
+2,470 ft
-2,461 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Valsavarenche (Aosta Valley)
A visit to the Victor Emmanuel Refuge, which, like its neighbour the Chabod Refuge, can be considered the base camp for the summit of Gran Paradiso, located in the province of Aosta in northern Italy. A steep but short climb that ends between the refuge and Lake Moncorvé.
Circular around Cly Castle
4.85 mi
+1,759 ft
-1,785 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Nus (Aosta Valley)
A lovely autumn circular with magnificent views of the Aosta Valley and Cly Castle. Parking in Nus, pleasant climb in stages. On the way back, a meal or refreshment in Nus is a must!
Rifugio Savoia - Eaux-Rousses
11.66 mi
+1,437 ft
-4,272 ft
6h 35
Difficult
Departure from Valsavarenche (Aosta Valley)
A balcony trail. Stage4 of the circular route in the Gran Paradiso National Park. Return to the Valsavarenche valley.
Lake Joux and Mount Joux
7.88 mi
+1,312 ft
-1,316 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pierre (Aosta Valley)
A pleasant route that alternates between mountain pastures and forests to reach Mont Joux. This modest peak offers a view of Monte Bianco. The route also offers a wide panorama of peaks ranging from 3,000 to almost 4,000 metres, such as Punta Pousset (3,046) above Cogne, Grivola (3,969), the Grand Paradis massif and Punta del Ran (3,272) in the Ruitor massif.
Rifugio and Lago Fallère
8.89 mi
+2,641 ft
-2,635 ft
6h 25
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Pierre (Aosta Valley)
A magnificent route featuring an open-air museum. The climb to the refuge is dotted with numerous sculptures. You will be surprised by strange creatures, characters and animals hidden behind trees or rocks. The route features around 300 pieces, all created by Siro Vierin. Between the Fallère Refuge and Lago Fallère, you will walk along the Tour du Mont Fallère trail.
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