Refine your search for walks in Doron des Allues (rivière)
Doron des Allues (rivière) walks
Vallon du Fruit, Lac des Fées, Refuge du Saut and Lac de Tuéda in Méribel
Visorando Member
8.63 mi
+1,578 ft
-1,558 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Les Allues (Savoie)
A family hike on trails in the Tuéda Nature Reserve on the edge of the Vanoise National Park. A route where you can see marmots running along the path, with a stop at Lac des Fées, ideal for a long break. Finally, pass by the Refuge du Saut and then Lac de Tuéda and its plateau.
The Col du Soufre offers a panoramic view of the Gébroulaz Glacier
14.26 mi
+3,852 ft
-3,832 ft
9h 55
Difficult
Departure from Les Allues (Savoie)
This hike offers a geological outing as it enters the Vanoise National Park, allowing you to get close to the magnificent Gébroulaz glacier.
The Col du Soufre offers a curious, rugged landscape of shapes and colours created by the presence of scree.
Chamois, ibex and marmots are also to be found here.
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).
Towards Lac du Mont Coua
12.19 mi
+3,031 ft
-3,031 ft
8h 15
Difficult
Departure from Les Allues (Savoie)
A hike in the Vanoise in search of the Lacs du Mont Coua. Mountain pastures, pastoral life, geology, torrents and glaciers add to the appeal of this outing.
Circuit of Mont Coua and its lakes
14.40 mi
+3,875 ft
-3,875 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Les Allues (Savoie)
A long but scenic route passes through the Vallon du Fruit in the Plan de Tuéda Nature Reserve (Vanoise massif) between Méribel-Mottaret and the Refuge du Saut. Panoramic views of the Aiguille du Fruit ridge, a jagged massif. Below, a view of the confluence of the Doron des Allues and the Ruisseau de Chanrouge. The Mont Coua lakes are well worth the effort, and you may spot some ibex along the way as you reach the fourth lake.
Four days in the Vanoise
33.67 mi
+12,995 ft
-12,972 ft
4 days
Difficult
Departure from Pralognan-la-Vanoise (Savoie)
This four-day summer circular route is designed for independent hikers who do not wish to stay in or near mountain huts. Consequently, the bivouac sites are located outside the Vanoise National Park and the Plan de Tuéda Nature Reserve.
Lakes of Mont Coua via Col Rouge and Col du Soufre
14.02 mi
+5,636 ft
-5,623 ft
11h 20
Very difficult
Departure from Pralognan-la-Vanoise (Savoie)
This hike takes you to the Lacs du Mont Coua and Lac Blanc, passing through the Col Rouge and Col du Soufre. Please note that at the start of the season there may still be a lot of snow, and some sections may be tricky.
Saut and Péclet-Polset mountain huts from Les Prioux - Chavière Valley
16.18 mi
+5,794 ft
-5,794 ft
More than 12 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Pralognan-la-Vanoise (Savoie)
Two beautiful glacial valleys, two passes, two refuges, a lake... and views of glaciers and peaks rising to over 3,000 metres. The Alps as we love them, with vast panoramas and well-marked trails that allow you to rack up kilometres and elevation gain for a variety of views. Magnificent panoramas are guaranteed and, with a little luck, marmots and ibex will be there to greet you.
From the Refuge du Saut to the Refuge de l'Orgère via the Col du Soufre
10.24 mi
+3,576 ft
-4,196 ft
7h 50
Difficult
Departure from Les Allues (Savoie)
From the Refuge du Saut to the Refuge Porte de l'Orgère, the route passes close to the Gébroulaz Glacier via the Col du Soufre (2,817 m) before descending towards Lac Blanc and, via theGR®55, the Col de Chavière (2,796 m) and the Tête Noire rocks.
Peclet-Polset Refuge - Merlets Lakes Refuge
9.26 mi
+3,114 ft
-3,314 ft
7h 00
Difficult
Departure from Pralognan-la-Vanoise (Savoie)
This second stage links the Peclet Polset Refuge to the Lacs Merlets Refuge via the Col du Soufre. You walk alongside the great Gebroulaz Glacier before reaching the Refuge du Saut. Next comes the ascent of the Col de Chanrouge and the arrival at the Lacs Merlets.
This stage takes you off the usual route through the Vanoise National Park. The landscapes are very wild. You’ll find plenty of edelweiss here.
From Lac du Rateau to the Refuge du Saut
7.95 mi
+2,743 ft
-3,753 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Bon-Tarentaise (Savoie)
Second day of hiking on a 4-day route in the Vanoise massif.
A wonderful mountain experience as you cross the Col du Rateau and the Passage des Eaux Noires, which are rarely visited. Views of Mont Blanc.
From the Refuge du Saut to the Chalet du Clou
10.51 mi
+3,517 ft
-3,458 ft
7h 55
Difficult
Departure from Les Allues (Savoie)
Third day of a 4-day route in the Vanoise Massif.
A beautiful ascent along the Gébroulaz Glacier and a lunar landscape via the Col du Soufre
From the Lacs Merlet refuge to the Péclet-Polset refuge
9.96 mi
+3,438 ft
-3,232 ft
7h 35
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Bon-Tarentaise (Savoie)
After the long stages of the previous days, this one is more leisurely.The climb to the Col du Soufre is gradual until you reach the edge of the Gébroulaz glacier.The beauty of the Col du Soufre (the day’s highest point), with its ochre and white colours, more than makes up for the day’s efforts.