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Hautecour art trail (Le Breuil) - Circular Liberté
Visorando Member
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!
Crêt Coquet and Le Signal circular loop starting from Hautecour
6.15 mi
+2,451 ft
-2,451 ft
6 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Hautecour (Savoie) (Savoie)
This short circular loop above Hautecour climbs up to the mountain pastures, where the snow covers gentle slopes that are pleasant to walk on, as you can make your own track pretty much wherever you like. The view, particularly from the Signal, is exceptionally sweeping, stretching all the way to the Écrins.
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.
The hillsides of Aigueblanche as seen from Grand Cœur
Local authority3.86 mi
+1,345 ft
-1,345 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Aigueblanche (Savoie)
A route for exploring the hillsides of Aigueblanche, through woods and meadows, with no major technical difficulties.
From the village of La Thuile to the hamlet of La Balme and back
3.10 mi
+1,070 ft
-1,070 ft
2h 20
Moderate
Departure from Montagny (Savoie) (Savoie)
Set off to explore the pretty hamlet of La Balme via the forest track, enjoy the lovely views towards Méribel and Courchevel, and return via the footpaths.
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.
Circular Crève Tête via the Col de la Coche
7.94 mi
+3,009 ft
-3,028 ft
6h 15
Difficult
Departure from Fontaine-le-Puits (Savoie)
A walk above the resort of Valmorel, following the ridge from the Col de la Coche to Crève Tête, the highest point of the route with its 360° view. Return via the Pierre Larron refuge and the Coche basin.
The Pointe du Cuchet circular
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.
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.
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.
Notre-Dame des Neiges, the hamlets of Le Villard and La Roche
4.42 mi
+1,355 ft
-1,385 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Montagny (Savoie) (Savoie)
Starting from Montagny, climb up to the beautiful Notre-Dame des Neiges Chapel, then descend into the Doron de Bozel valley via the hamlets of Le Villard and La Roche, before finishing with a return to Montagny via a climb that will really put your calves to the test.
Grand Naves – Nant du Beurre Mountain Hut
7.07 mi
+3,399 ft
-1,719 ft
7 hrs
Difficult
Departure from La Léchère (Savoie)
A magnificent, forgotten valley in the southern Beaufortain. The hike offers varied panoramic views across the entire Vanoise, from the Col de la Madeleine to the Mont Blanc massif and the Lauzière range.
Animal tracks (foxes, wolves, etc.) are not uncommon here.
The Eau Rousse footbridges starting from Notre-Dame de Briançon
3.15 mi
+2,408 ft
-2,408 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from La Léchère (Savoie)
Climb up and admire the industrial and natural heritage around the Torrent de l’Eau Rousse.
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.
Doucy and its villages
5.69 mi
+1,621 ft
-1,637 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from La Léchère (Savoie)
A route to explore the mountain landscape through forests and mountain pastures, with panoramic views of the surrounding peaks.
Circular Villaret loop via Doucy
3.93 mi
+938 ft
-945 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from La Léchère (Savoie)
A circular walk that starts in the centre of the village of Le Villaret and descends to the old mill, following the River Morel. A shaded path then takes you to the village of Doucy, and the return journey takes you across the meadows with views of the mountains.
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.
Tour of Bonneval
6.15 mi
+2,329 ft
-2,339 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Bonneval (Savoie) (Savoie)
From the hamlets of the Eau Rousse Valley to the high mountains of the Lauzière Massif.
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).
The Col du Gollet
3.60 mi
+2,080 ft
-2,083 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jean-de-Belleville (Savoie)
The Belleville valley is a major centre for winter sports. Set apart from the main route, Novallay is one of those villages and hamlets where almost nothing has changed.
The setting for this walk remains largely unspoilt, and it is only at the pass that you can see Valmorel and its facilities on the other side of the valley.
The southern slope of Mont Jovet with a small circular path.
6.22 mi
+3,212 ft
-3,212 ft
5h 40
Difficult
Departure from Bozel (Savoie)
This hike on the southern slope of Mont Jovet offers beautiful views of the Vanoise and beyond.
The route is well cleared and best done early in the morning or in spring after the snow has melted, or on a beautiful autumn day.
Notre-Dame du Pré loop
13.96 mi
+2,343 ft
-2,359 ft
3 hrs
Easy
Departure from Aime (Savoie)
Mountain bike and/or electric mountain bike loop starting from the Plagne Montalbert resort, heading towards the charming little village of Notre-Dame du Pré. This ride takes you past two points of interest, including a climbing site and a waterfall.
Circular Feissons starting from Feissons-sur-Isère Castle
5.48 mi
+2,231 ft
-2,257 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Feissons-sur-Isère (Savoie)
A half-day family walk through the forest, with a viewpoint overlooking the Grande Maison Valley.
Crossing Mont Jovet via the Dou de Moutiers and the Roc du Bécoin
12.38 mi
+4,600 ft
-4,587 ft
9h 40
Difficult
Departure from Bozel (Savoie)
Mont Jovet is a magnificent vantage point in the heart of the Vanoise. It can be climbed fairly easily from its various sides, from Montagny, Bozel, Champagny, La Plagne or Notre-Dame du Pré. This circular route takes you across the mountain, passing through the various hills that surround it and along west-to-east ridgelines, adding a bit of challenge to the hike and offering a variety of views.
Mont Jovet as a long loop via the Belvédère de Grande Roche
7.65 mi
+3,373 ft
-3,360 ft
6h 25
Difficult
Departure from Bozel (Savoie)
Hike on the southern slope of Mont Jovet in a fairly wide loop, passing by the Belvédère de Grande Roche. The first part is in a shaded area in the Bois de la Cour, then the Bois des Roches. The route includes a slightly exposed section on the ridge of Mont Jovet. The return journey is on the other side, along a stream where you can stop to cool off. The entire hike offers a succession of varied panoramic views between the Tarentaise and Haute-Tarentaise valleys.
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.
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
1.45 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.
La Puceronne, starting from Pussy
1.52 mi
+440 ft
-440 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from La Léchère (Savoie)
A family walk in the heart of a typical Savoyard village.
Les Balcons du Morel, starting from Valmorel
6.48 mi
+1,598 ft
-1,624 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Les Avanchers-Valmorel (Savoie)
Les Balcons du Morel offer a panoramic view stretching from the Col de la Madeleine to the Beaufortain, with a glimpse of Mont Blanc
Crève-Tête and the pastoral surroundings of Valmorel
8.66 mi
+3,176 ft
-3,192 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Les Avanchers-Valmorel (Savoie)
A route offering panoramic views, allowing you to explore this high-altitude ridge known as the ‘Vultures’ Ridge’ (views of Mont Blanc, the Ecrins, the Vanoise, etc.).
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.
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.
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.
From Aime la Plagne to Belle Plagne via Mont Jovet
10.25 mi
+3,681 ft
-3,796 ft
7h 55
Difficult
Departure from Aime (Savoie)
This hike can be done in a single day, but by taking your time, a short two-day trek allows you more time to admire the magnificent views of the mountains and valleys of the Vanoise and Tarentaise, as well as Mont Blanc. Doing it over two days gives us time to rest and take in these breathtaking landscapes. The climbs are relatively challenging and the ridge walk offers dizzying yet unforgettable experiences.
Approach Mont Jovet and the Crête des Étroits via the Pas des Brebis
6.37 mi
+2,264 ft
-2,244 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Aime (Savoie)
Heading to Mont Jovet via the Tête du Jarset then the Col du Lac and continuing along the Crête des Étroits remains a classic route in La Plagne. However, this ridge walk puts off hikers prone to vertigo due to a few steep slopes.
The suggested route avoids the difficult sections and allows everyone to admire the mountain accessible via the Pas des Brebis. The return journey offers views of the entire resort.
The length and elevation gain mean this circular route is best suited to experienced hikers.
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.
Col de Riondet and Col du Mottet
8.50 mi
+2,313 ft
-2,303 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Les Avanchers-Valmorel (Savoie)
At the foot of the Pointes du Niélard, facing the Pic du Cheval Noir, this hike to two passes presents no technical difficulty and remains accessible to any fit walker, as it follows only wide alpine tracks.
Col de l’Arc, starting from La Gorraz
6.48 mi
+2,569 ft
-2,566 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from La Léchère (Savoie)
Enjoy the scenery of the Tarentaise Valley, the Beaufortain, the Vanoise and the Lauzière massif.
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.
The ridge from Dos de Crêt-Voland to Le Verdet
6.71 mi
+2,631 ft
-2,625 ft
6 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-de-Belleville (Savoie)
A beautiful circular route covering part of the ridge separating the Belleville and Allues valleys, with sweeping views across much of the Alps.
Pointe de Combe Bénite and Crêt du Rey
7.66 mi
+3,642 ft
-3,645 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from Granier (Savoie)
A very pretty hike through the mountain pastures, without any great difficulty, which will allow you to discover two neighbouring peaks south of Beaufortin. You can admire the incredible 360° landscape from Crêt du Rey and also the curious jagged ridge of La Raïsse. Mont Pourri and its glaciers will be omnipresent throughout the day.
From Granier to the Refuge de la Coire via Lac de la Pouprezaz
10.60 mi
+3,530 ft
-3,530 ft
6 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Granier (Savoie)
A magnificent horse ride with no particular difficulty, except for a short technical section above Lac de la Pouprezaz.
Pointe de Combe Bénite circular from the hamlet of Thiabord
6.31 mi
+2,441 ft
-2,467 ft
5h 00
Difficult
Departure from Granier (Savoie)
Circular hike in the Beaufortain Massif with access from the Tarentaise Valley (Aime then Granier). This hike minimises the elevation gain with a start at the hamlet of Thiabord, accessible by car on a drivable (but unpaved) road. This hike offers a very varied route, with part of the route along the ridge. The circular can be completed with a detour to the Refuge de la Coire.
Pointe de Combe Bénite circular
7.91 mi
+4,137 ft
-4,167 ft
6 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Granier (Savoie)
Pointe de Combe Bénite is a well-known summit and is easy to access.The view from the summit is panoramic, with Beaufortin to the north and east, Vanoise to the south, and Lauzière to the west.There are many possible routes to climb and descend, depending on your level and preferences...
Circular on the Granier discovery trail
4.35 mi
+1,138 ft
-1,115 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Granier (Savoie)
A short circular mainly along the banks of a beautiful stream on a discovery trail.
Cirque du Gargot
4.64 mi
+1,985 ft
-1,962 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Granier (Savoie)
Circular snowshoe in a wild cirque. Option to extend the circular to the bottom of the cirque or to Lac des Vacherins. Depending on snow conditions, you can climb the old Chavonne ski slope by following the winter trail.
Lacs Merlet
10.25 mi
+2,792 ft
-2,785 ft
7h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Bon-Tarentaise (Savoie)
Starting from Pralin, the hike to the Merlet lakes takes you to a superb, peaceful site on the edge of the Vanoise National Park, dominated by the Aiguille du Fuit.
Markings are present but not everywhere.
Traversing the Dents de la Portetta
9.96 mi
+4,137 ft
-4,137 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Bon-Tarentaise (Savoie)
Riding a ridge largely composed of eroded gypsum, the Dents de la Portetta form a wall of vertical limestone cut into towers separated by deep gaps, which have earned them the nickname ‘Little Dolomites’.
Whilst the summits are for serious climbers, a route allows you to weave your way between the rocks to soak up the unique atmosphere and pass along the foot of these spires before a more peaceful return via the mountain pastures.
The Brèche Portetta from Courchevel Moriond
6.58 mi
+3,091 ft
-3,081 ft
6 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Bon-Tarentaise (Savoie)
A challenging hike in breathtaking, vertiginous and highly varied surroundings. Plenty of wildlife to spot and a very rocky landscape at the summit. Not recommended for young children or those who suffer from vertigo. Do not attempt in uncertain weather conditions
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