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Fontaine-le-Puits walks
The Pointe du Cuchet circular
Visorando Member
2.89 mi
+1,037 ft
-1,010 ft
2h 15
Moderate
Departure from Fontaine-le-Puits (Savoie)
A short family hike to discover a beautiful viewpoint overlooking the Belleville Valley. There are two other beautiful viewpoints with orientation tables, as well as the Coche reservoir. This well-marked circular trail is a discovery trail dotted with information panels and quizzes on mountain flora and fauna. At the summit, you can enjoy two orientation tables and a well-equipped area, as well as a small notebook where you can leave a few words.
Crève-Tête starting from Novallay
6.92 mi
+3,274 ft
-3,258 ft
6h 00
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Jean-de-Belleville (Savoie)
A beautiful circular hike starting from the hamlet of Novallay, climbing to the Crève-Tête (2313m).
Notre Dame de la Salette and the Feissons Cross
4.20 mi
+807 ft
-801 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Feissons-sur-Salins (Savoie)
Starting from the pretty village of Feissons-sur-Salins, set off along beautiful forest paths towards the Chapel of Notre-Dame de la Salette and the Cross of Feissons and enjoy the panoramic views offered by the peaks of the Doron de Bozel valley.
An easy hike, suitable for families, snowshoeing or mountain biking.
Crève-Tête circular from Valmorel
9.35 mi
+3,327 ft
-3,301 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Les Avanchers-Valmorel (Savoie)
A beautiful summit offering extensive views of the Savoyard mountains, with a very pleasant ridge walk to begin the descent. A long hike, the ascent of which can be halved by using a cable car (see the alternative route in the practical information section).
La Fuly, starting from Valmorel
Local authority1.45 mi
+358 ft
-358 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Les Avanchers-Valmorel (Savoie)
A short, easy family walk that allows you to explore Valmorel’s pastoral surroundings.
The Valmorel Waterfalls from the resort
4.48 mi
+1,699 ft
-1,699 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Les Avanchers-Valmorel (Savoie)
Half-day route to discover the Morel Waterfalls and reach a summit, through forests and mountain pastures.
Morel waterfall
2.51 mi
+630 ft
-597 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Savoie
A short circuit allowing you to discover the Morel Waterfall and the educational trail on the history of the torrent.
The circuit follows the thematic trail in reverse, but the information panels explain the history of this torrent: the Morel devastated the Bellecombe plain for several centuries and was finally tamed at the beginning of the 20th century thanks to a dam, a large 80-metre waterfall and a series of small cascades.
A gallop on the Cheval Noir
16.09 mi
+5,207 ft
-5,210 ft
More than 12 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Les Avanchers-Valmorel (Savoie)
A superb hike, not technically demanding but requiring plenty of stamina, rewarded with breathtaking scenery and an abundance of flowers.
La Montagne de Tête
5.42 mi
+1,572 ft
-1,572 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Les Avanchers-Valmorel (Savoie)
A short hike starting from the Valmorel resort, with beautiful panoramic views of the surrounding mountains as far as Mont Blanc.
Roc de la Lune circuit
5.90 mi
+1,936 ft
-1,919 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-de-Belleville (Savoie)
A beautiful loop on the trails of the Belleville Valley. Between mountain pastures, forests and ridges, you will discover magnificent panoramic views that unfold throughout the route. This hike is suitable for families with young hikers. There are numerous signs along the route to guide you.
Hautecour art trail (Le Breuil) - Circular Liberté
2.82 mi
+738 ft
-738 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Hautecour (Savoie) (Savoie)
Walk with your nose in the air, your eyes wide open, and let yourself be surprised! You will discover original and ephemeral Land'art creations in an exceptional and relaxing setting. This easy trail has many surprises in store for you! Unusual and most pleasant for its setting, the view it offers and the tranquillity of the place, it is populated by around forty original artistic creations made of straw, wood and stones using the Land Art technique!
Circular Grande Forêt from Combelouvière
4.19 mi
+978 ft
-958 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from La Léchère (Savoie)
Hike mainly in the forest, easier clockwise.
Yellow markings, yellow signs.
Alpine pastures and waterfalls of Valmorel
5.83 mi
+1,253 ft
-1,532 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Les Avanchers-Valmorel (Savoie)
A short hike with moderate elevation gain, suitable for a family outing with young children. The route takes you through working mountain pastures, offering beautiful views of the surrounding mountains, and passes by the foot of three stunning waterfalls.
Morel route starting from La Lèchère
4.76 mi
+850 ft
-837 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from La Léchère (Savoie)
A route starting from the Thermes de la Léchère-les-Bains on a pretty path along the Isère river and up the banks of the Torrent du Morel with its waterfalls, once the scourge of the Aigueblanches valleys, now tamed by humans who have turned it into a peaceful mountain stream. After crossing the village of Saint-Oyen and returning with a view of the valley, you will reach the Thermes de la Léchère spa.
Route du Logis des Fées
7.25 mi
+3,543 ft
-3,543 ft
6h 25
Difficult
Departure from La Léchère (Savoie)
A hike in the Lauziere massif that will take you past the surrounding peaks, the Logis des Fées refuge, Lake L'Arpettaz and Lake Branlay along well-maintained paths.
Lac Branlay
3.74 mi
+1,352 ft
-1,352 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from La Léchère (Savoie)
A beautiful family hike with panoramic views of the Lauzière massif and Mont Blanc in a wild and unspoilt environment.
Pointe des Arangles loop via La Roche Brisée
Tourism professional
4.01 mi
+2,559 ft
-2,549 ft
4h 05
Difficult
Departure from Bonneval (Savoie) (Savoie)
A beautiful, wild hike at the start of the season, with no one else on the route. Beautiful views of the western ridge of Comborsier, the Grand Mont d'Arêches and even Mont Blanc. Be careful to keep quiet, as this is black grouse territory.
Hamlets of Planlebon and Les Priots
4.12 mi
+1,089 ft
-1,089 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-de-Belleville (Savoie)
In the Belleville Valley, this easy hike allows you to discover, with family or friends and even in overcast weather, the valley of the Encombres torrent and two of its hamlets, the first of which is in ruins. They give you a picture of the agricultural activity in the valley. This trail passes through a very pleasant setting of forest and clearings, streams... You can extend the route by taking the circular that leads to the hamlet of Gittamelon.
Circular Pissus - Lakes and Col du Loup
4.63 mi
+2,260 ft
-2,283 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Bonneval (Savoie) (Savoie)
A lovely hike in the Lauzière massif, with views of the peaks and glaciers of the Vanoise, not to mention the inevitable Mont Blanc.
You will also recognise the characteristic silhouette of the Cheval Noir along the way.
Circular Montgirod at Le Villard
6.78 mi
+2,477 ft
-2,507 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Montgirod (Savoie)
This hike is a circular one starting from Montgirod and leading to Villard. Along the way, you will take the Water Discovery Trail, which offers an immersion in nature and enchanting panoramas while enjoying the gentle murmur of streams and sparkling waterfalls. The return journey takes you along the Tarentaise balconies, offering breathtaking views of the valley and the surrounding mountains.
The Nant du Beurre Refuge
6.86 mi
+2,510 ft
-2,520 ft
5 hrs
Easy
Departure from La Léchère (Savoie)
This could be the last snowshoe outing of the season.
Above all, it's an excuse to visit the new (2012) and elegant Refuge du Stream du Beurre at 2,080 metres. The old refuge is also full of charm.
Route at Quermoz
8.92 mi
+3,202 ft
-3,219 ft
6h 55
Moderate
Departure from La Léchère (Savoie)
Hiking in the south of the Beaufortain, an area criss-crossed by numerous trails and paths. Beautiful floral explosion in early summer.
Mont Bellacha via Les Foyères
8.70 mi
+4,455 ft
-4,439 ft
6 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from La Léchère (Savoie)
A hike in the Lauzière massif, a little-used route passing through the mountain pastures of Montagne d’en Haut and Montagne d’en Bas along a path marked in August 2020 to reach the Col de l’Arc. After a steady climb, you reach the summit of Mont Bellachat with a breathtaking 360° view of the surrounding valleys and peaks:
the Grand Arc, the Pic de la Lauzière, Mont Pourri, the Grande Casse, the Grand Bec, the Grande Motte, the Vanoise glaciers, not to mention Mont Blanc.
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.
Vallon du Fruit, Lac des Fées, Refuge du Saut and Lac de Tuéda in Méribel
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.