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Col de la Masse (2922m) walks
Col de la Masse, starting from the Refuge de l'Orgère
Visorando Member
8.92 mi
+3,983 ft
-3,986 ft
7h 35
Difficult
Departure from Villarodin-Bourget (Savoie)
A hike at 2,900m: marmots, ibex, mountain pastures, scree slopes and forest – all in one.
Tour des Glaciers de la Vanoise starting from Modane
66.01 mi
+23,921 ft
-23,917 ft
8 days
Difficult
Departure from Villarodin-Bourget (Savoie)
This fabulous 8-stage route (+ 2 variants) is challenging and requires excellent physical fitness, as some passes reach an altitude of nearly 3,000m.
The first two stages deviate from the usual route, making this route even more appealing. The mountain landscapes, glaciers, pastures and flora are among the most beautiful in the Alps. Wildlife is particularly abundant, as in the Mercantour. Every day we saw marmots, ibex and chamois.
Tour of the five passes of the Vanoise
27.00 mi
+13,077 ft
-13,051 ft
3 days
Very difficult
Departure from Villarodin-Bourget (Savoie)
A 3-day hike with camping or staying in mountain huts.
The route takes you into the Vanoise National Park, close to the Gébroulaz Glacier and Lac Blanc, with the option of climbing the Grand Roc (3,316 m) and the Pointe de l'Observatoire (3,015 m).
There are many other panoramic views to discover across the five passes: Col de la Masse (2,952 m), Col d’Aussois (2,914 m), Col Rouge (2,730 m), Col du Soufre (2,817 m) and Col de Chavière (2,796 m).
The tour of the Pointe de l’Echelle
25.17 mi
+10,289 ft
-10,276 ft
3 days
Difficult
Departure from Aussois (Savoie)
A circular three-day hike between the Vanoise and Maurienne regions. Significant elevation gains with three mountain passes at around 3,000 metres. Stunning panoramic views.
Porte de l’Ogère Mountain Hut – Plan d’Amont
6.27 mi
+3,412 ft
-2,913 ft
5h 50
Difficult
Departure from Villarodin-Bourget (Savoie)
Walk in the Maurienne region from the Porte de l’Ogère mountain hut to Plan d’Amont via the Col de la Masse
Grand Roc from the Plan d’Amont
6.96 mi
+4,117 ft
-4,094 ft
6h 45
Very difficult
Departure from Aussois (Savoie)
Although often overlooked in favour of the Râteau d’Aussois (which is lower) and overshadowed by the Pointe de l’Échelle, the Grand Roc nevertheless offers a stunning view of Mont Blanc, the Écrins and the Haute-Maurienne.
The Col de la Masse as seen from Plan d’Amont
5.51 mi
+2,864 ft
-2,861 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Aussois (Savoie)
A day’s hike in the Vanoise to reach the very rocky Col de la Masse at 2,922 m. The route offers stunning views of the region’s mountain ranges and far beyond.
Refuge de la Fournache - Refuge de l'Orgére
5.91 mi
+2,336 ft
-3,750 ft
4h 45
Difficult
Departure from Aussois (Savoie)
The final stage of this fabulous route from the Refuge de la Fournache to the Refuge de l'Orgére, via the Col de la Masse. The ascent of this pass is difficult due to the steep gradient. The end of the ascent and a good part of the descent are very technical. The view from the pass is absolutely exceptional; you will be able to see the Écrins and the Thabor massif.
From the Refuge de l'Orgère to the Refuge du Fond d'Aussois via the Grand Roc
7.42 mi
+4,787 ft
-3,412 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Villarodin-Bourget (Savoie)
Starting from the Refuge Porte de l'Orgère, the route passes through the Valon de l'Orgère to reach the Col de la Masse (2,952 m) with the option of climbing the Grand Roc (3,316 m), then follows the valleys to reach the Refuge du Fond d'Aussois.