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Col de Pierre Blanche (2842m) walks
Refuge de la Leisse – Refuge de la Femma
Visorando Member
5.28 mi
+1,214 ft
-1,667 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Termignon (Savoie)
This route follows an unmarked but useful path between the Refuge de la Leisse and the Refuge de la Femma, crossing the Col de la Pierre Blanche.
Tour of the Alpes Grées
55.38 mi
+20,118 ft
-18,793 ft
7 days
Difficult
Departure from Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise (Savoie)
The Franco-Italian Alpes Grées mountain range lies in Savoie on the French side, and spans two valleys in Italy: the Aosta Valley and the Piedmont Valley.
Much of the Grées Alps is covered by two national parks: the Vanoise and the Gran Paradiso.
A truly alpine route where you’ll remain above 2,300 metres, with magnificent views of the glaciers, not to mention the sections through the Fontine and Beaufort mountain pastures.
Circular route in the Vanoise around Tignes / Val d'Isère
22.77 mi
+8,281 ft
-6,831 ft
2 days
Difficult
Departure from Tignes (Savoie)
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.
Fond des Fours – La Leisse
10.52 mi
+3,061 ft
-3,215 ft
7h 30
Difficult
Departure from Val-d'Isère (Savoie)
A little-used path leading to the Col de la Rocheure (2,911 m) runs alongside a myriad of small high-altitude lakes, before descending to the Refuge de la Femma. The ascent to the Col de Pierre-Blanche (2,842 m) is steady and not very well marked, even veering off the beaten track. The view is magnificent over the rocky Leisse valley, nestled between the giant peaks of the Grande Motte and the Grande Casse. Descend through these deserted landscapes towards the eagle’s nest that is the Refuge de la Leisse (2,487 m).
Refuge de la Femma from Tignes / Val Claret
10.79 mi
+3,337 ft
-2,546 ft
7h 50
Difficult
Departure from Tignes (Savoie)
Day1 of this mini trek around Tignes – Val d’Isère, a magnificent hike in the heart of the Vanoise National Park starting from Tignes. This hike allows you to discover the wild valleys of the Leisse and the Femma. The GPX track may prove useful after the (5).
Walks near Col de Pierre Blanche (2842m)
Refuge de la Leisse- Refuge de Plan Sec
20.31 mi
+4,426 ft
-4,948 ft
13h 10
Difficult
Departure from Termignon (Savoie)
Étape de la Grande Traversée des Alpes traversant le Parc National de la Vanoise du Nord au Sud.
La Leisse – Tignes Val-Claret
6.01 mi
+892 ft
-2,142 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Termignon (Savoie)
A steady climb takes you to the Col de la Leisse (2,761 m), offering breathtaking views of the Grande Motte glacier, before descending to Tignes Val-Claret with, in the background, the Dôme de la Sache (3,588 m), the Pointe de la Grande Sassière and, to the left, the Col du Palet and the Pointe du Chardonnet.
Leisse refuge - Col du Palet refuge
8.21 mi
+2,671 ft
-2,326 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from Termignon (Savoie)
Day2 of the Grande Casse circular route, from the Refuge de la Leisse to the Refuge du Col du Palet, following theGR®55via Val Claret.
La Femma Mountain Hut – La Leisse Mountain Hut
9.10 mi
+1,654 ft
-1,230 ft
5h 35
Difficult
Departure from Termignon (Savoie)
Day3 of a two-circular route in the Vanoise National Park, from the Refuge de la Femma to the Refuge de la Leisse.
There’s nothing particularly complicated about this hike, where we’ll descend the Femma valley before climbing back up alongside the Leisse valley, which I’m particularly fond of.
Refuge de la Femma to Val d'Isère via the Col des Fours and Col de l'Iseran
11.97 mi
+4,918 ft
-4,285 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Termignon (Savoie)
Second day of this mini trek around Tignes-Val d'Isère, three legendary passes in the Vanoise with magnificent views of the neighbouring glaciers. A long day with a few technical sections, particularly at Tunnel 3000 (7).
Refuge du col de la Vanoise - Refuge de l'Arpont
8.64 mi
+1,145 ft
-1,837 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Pralognan-la-Vanoise (Savoie)
Stage5 of this route between the Col de la Vanoise refuge and the Arpont refuge. A stage without any major difficulty. The scenery is extraordinary, as you walk alongside the Vanoise Glacier for the entire hike. You will catch sight of the Rechasse, Roche Ferran and Arpont glaciers. You will pass at the foot of the Grande Casse and its glacier, the Pointe de la Réchasse and Mont Pelve.
From the Refuge de l'Arpont to the Refuge de l'Orgère
17.46 mi
+3,816 ft
-5,043 ft
11h 20
Difficult
Departure from Termignon (Savoie)
This tenth stage completes the crossing of the Vanoise massif. From the Refuge de l’Arpont, the GR®5 descends to the hamlet of Le Mont, crosses the Combe d’Enfer, climbs the flank of the Crête de Belle Place and crosses the valley of the Ruisseau de Bonne Nuit to reach the ruins of the hamlet of La Loza. It follows the contour of a rocky ridge like a balcony and descends via a few hairpin bends towards a ravine, then continues almost level through the Bellecôte valley. The path passes beneath the chairlifts of the Aussois ski resort and runs alongside the Plan Sec and La Fournache mountain huts. It skirts around Lac du Plan d’Amont and runs along the upper edge of Lac du Plan d’Aval before crossing the Col du Barbier. It climbs towards the Barbier chalets and descends to the hamlet of l’Orgère to reach the Refuge de l’Orgère.
Refuge de l'Arpont - Refuge de la Fournache
10.62 mi
+2,533 ft
-2,365 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Termignon (Savoie)
Stage7 of this journey takes you from the Refuge de l’Arpont to the very welcoming Refuge de la Fournache. This stage skirts around the Dent Parrachée. This is the last time you will see the Vanoise glaciers. This trail, which is at times technical and challenging due to its elevation gain, overlooks the Maurienne Valley, Val Cénis and, on the other side, Italy. You will also catch a glimpse of the Thabor, before arriving at the bottom of Aussois, with its two lakes and the Aussois dam.
Col du Palet Mountain Hut – Femma Mountain Hut
15.40 mi
+4,633 ft
-5,364 ft
12 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Peisey-Nancroix (Savoie)
Day 2 of a two-circular route in the Vanoise National Park, from the Refuge du Col du Palet to the Refuge de la Femma. A demanding hike due to its distance, but one that takes you through varied landscapes and brings you close to friendly marmots.
