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Lac Noir (Tarentaise) walks
Circular route via the Col du Mont and the Archeboc refuge
Visorando Member
11.12 mi
+4,783 ft
-4,764 ft
9h 15
Difficult
Departure from Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise (Savoie)
This route in the Haute Tarentaise, away from the major ski resorts, climbs up to the Col du Mont on the border with Italy.
It can be combined with an overnight stay at the Refuge de l’Archeboc, allowing for a leisurely return via Lac Noir and the hamlet of La Sassière the following day.
Walks near Lac Noir (Tarentaise)
From the Refuge de l’Archeboc to the Refuge Chalet de l’Épée via the Col du Mont
8.32 mi
+3,921 ft
-2,805 ft
7h 15
Difficult
Departure from Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise (Savoie)
The second stage of the Tour de l’Archeboc, which features the greatest elevation gain of the entire route. The day begins with a climb of around two hours to the Col du Mont, which offers a magnificent view of what lies ahead: a long descent on the Italian side to the bottom of the Valgrisenche, followed by a climb back up to the Refuge Chalet de l’Epée.
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
Association / Club / Walk leader13.73 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.
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!
From the Chalet de l’Épée mountain hut to the Mario Bezzi mountain hut
6.01 mi
+2,044 ft
-2,313 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Valgrisenche (Aosta Valley)
The third stage of the Tour de l’Archeboc, between France and Italy. A day offering panoramic views of several French and Italian glaciers. Shorter in distance and elevation gain than the other days of the tour, but with a few slightly more technical sections (scree slopes).
Refuge de l'Epée - Bruil
3.83 mi
+1,621 ft
-3,763 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Valgrisenche (Aosta Valley)
Fourth stage between Valgisenche and Val de Rheme.
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.
La Joux - Deffeyes Shelter
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.
The Chemin des Militaires from La Rosière
Tourist office
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.
From Le Chenal to the Refuge de l’Archeboc
8.69 mi
+2,467 ft
-1,388 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise (Savoie)
First stage of the Tour de l’Archeboc. The route runs mainly through the forest with lovely views of Mont Pourri right from the start, leading to the Refuge de l’Archeboc.