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Lac du Retour walks
Le Lac du Retour
Association / Club / Walk leader
5.16 mi
+2,297 ft
-2,287 ft
4h 20
Difficult
Departure from Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise (Savoie)
Une très belle randonnée dans le vallon sauvage de la Louïe Blanche, avec comme objectif le Lac du Retour, miroir du Mont Pourri.
The Hunters’ Trail (Lac du Retour circular)
Tourist office
7.64 mi
+3,284 ft
-3,284 ft
6h 20
Difficult
Departure from Montvalezan (Savoie)
A magnificent hike that alternates between shaded forest sections, a balcony trail and a mountain lake.
La Louie Blanche via Lac du Retour
7.47 mi
+2,907 ft
-2,900 ft
6h 00
Difficult
Departure from Montvalezan (Savoie)
One of the most beautiful walks in La Rosière, a route that alternates between balcony-style paths and steep climbs, offering 360° views at an altitude of over 2,500 metres, with Lac du Retour as your reward.
Walks near Lac du Retour
The Chemin des Militaires from La Rosière
5.23 mi
+371 ft
-1,946 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Montvalezan (Savoie)
A breathtaking view of the Mont Blanc massif. From the top station of the Roches Noires chairlift, take the path leading to the strategic site of the Fort de la Redoute Ruinée at an altitude of 2,399 metres.
From there, a suspension footbridge faces Mont Blanc.
La Joux - Deffeyes Shelter
Visorando Member
3.32 mi
+3,018 ft
-138 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from La Thuile (Aosta Valley)
A trek across the Gran Paradiso passing through the 5 surrounding valleys.
Trek across the Gran Paradiso
47.88 mi
+22,303 ft
-22,073 ft
7 days
Moderate
Departure from La Thuile (Aosta Valley)
It may not be true paradise but it certainly is heavenly. An exceptional group trek carried out in July 2011 which allows you to explore the Val D'aoste valleys ending with a balcony trail to Gran Paradiso summit.
Deffeyes Shelter - Planaval
8.28 mi
+3,862 ft
-6,913 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from La Thuile (Aosta Valley)
A long and difficult stage due to the ascension of 2 passes.
Albert Deffeyes Mountain Hut - Valgrisenche
13.73 mi
+4,475 ft
-7,159 ft
10h 15
Very difficult
Departure from La Thuile (Aosta Valley)
The hike begins with a long climb up to the pass. The views are magnificent. The descent to Valgrisenche is long. There is a restaurant on the descent to Planaval, run by young people who have taken over their parents’ business. It’s a lovely place to spend some time whilst waiting for the hike to end at the bottom of the valley.
From Les Arcs to the Mont Pourri Refuge via the Lakes Trail
4.30 mi
+1,542 ft
-689 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Bourg-Saint-Maurice (Savoie)
The first stage of a 4-day circuit around Mont Pourri. In the heart of the Vanoise National Park, this stage sets off from a very modern ski resort and ends at the foot of the glaciers in a wild, unspoilt landscape. Breathtaking views of Bellecôte (north face), the Aliet and its magnificent debris cone, as well as the Grande Motte and the Plan de la Plagne valley.
La Thuile – Refuge Albert Deffeyes
5.47 mi
+3,451 ft
-138 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from La Thuile (Aosta Valley)
The hike starts from La Thuile. It is possible to spend the night at the campsite and head up at a leisurely pace in the morning: coffee is served there in the morning (this is Italy, after all). However, as the campsite is near the river, it can be noisy. The views are magnificent along the hike
Tor des Géants
147.02 mi
+59,301 ft
-60,259 ft
11 days
Very difficult
Departure from La Thuile (Aosta Valley)
A magnificent hike following the trail of the ultra-trail of the same name. A hike designed for experienced hikers. The sections in the southernmost part can be tricky due to late snowfields on the north-east face. The route is very well marked, so there aren’t really any problems along the way. The hike can be done in either direction. This route allows you to tackle the wildest section at the start. It is also the most technically challenging part.
Valgrisenche – Refuge Delle Marmotte
9.48 mi
+5,374 ft
-3,862 ft
9h 00
Very difficult
Departure from Valgrisenche (Aosta Valley)
A pleasant climb with views of the lake. The Chalet de l’Épée refuge is a great place to relax before the climb up to the pass. On the other side of the pass, there may be a snowfield in a narrow gully, so be careful if you’re wearing trail shoes. The Refuge de la Marmotte is a collaborative refuge. The wardens are there for two weeks and the food is good!
