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Refuge du Laisonnay walks
Col du Palet circular via Laisonnay d'en Bas
Visorando Member
13.58 mi
+4,823 ft
-4,803 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Champagny-en-Vanoise (Savoie)
A long hike at the bottom of the valley offering magnificent scenery. A classic route in the Champagny valley.
Circular route around the Grande Casse
39.92 mi
+13,061 ft
-13,045 ft
4 days
Difficult
Departure from Pralognan-la-Vanoise (Savoie)
Four-day hike around the Grande Casse in the Vanoise National Park, starting from Pralognan. Highlights: crossing the rocks of Lac des Vaches, views of the Grande Casse and the Leisse Valley, all in an idyllic setting and in the company of marmots.
Under the Roche du Tougne
5.90 mi
+2,421 ft
-2,421 ft
4h 50
Difficult
Departure from Champagny-en-Vanoise (Savoie)
This is a beautiful summer hike where you can encounter flora and ibex... if you're lucky.
However, the first sign indicating Plan du Pré, a dead end, leaves you wondering whether it is possible to complete the route. This is not the case, because although the trail ends above Plan du Pré, you will find another one after crossing several streams, including the Tougne. All you have to do is descend and cross the Doron de Champagny on a footbridge.
Laisonnay Circular – Col du Palet – Col Grassaz
14.15 mi
+4,170 ft
-4,154 ft
10h 10
Difficult
Departure from Champagny-en-Vanoise (Savoie)
A beautiful hike in the Vanoise offering guaranteed spectacular views of the glacial landscape as well as the vibrant mountain pastures with on-site cheese production. Old chalets, mountain huts and a chapel, not to mention the ever-present marmots.
Discreet signposting.
Refuge du Col du Palet - Refuge du Bois
8.95 mi
+299 ft
-3,950 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Peisey-Nancroix (Savoie)
Day3 of the circular loop around the Grande Casse, descent to the charming Champagny-le-Haut valley from the Refuge du Col du Palet with views of the Grande Casse.
Loop on the left bank of the Doron de Champagny via La Sauvire
7.36 mi
+4,236 ft
-4,232 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Champagny-en-Vanoise (Savoie)
Alpine hike for experienced walkers on the wild left bank of the Doron de Champagny, with views of the chain of glaciers and rock faces stretching from the Grand Bec to the Grande Motte via the Grande Casse.
Walks near Refuge du Laisonnay
Refuge du Bois - Pralognan
11.38 mi
+5,187 ft
-5,358 ft
9h 45
Difficult
Departure from Champagny-en-Vanoise (Savoie)
Day 4 of the circular route around the Grande Casse, from Champagny-le-Haut to Pralognan via the Tour du Merle and the Grand Bec.
From the Entre le Lac Mountain Hut to the Arpont Mountain Hut
22.63 mi
+5,837 ft
-5,351 ft
15h 30
Very difficult
Departure from Peisey-Nancroix (Savoie)
This ninth stage takes place in the Vanoise massif. First along the GR® 5 to Val Claret and then via the Via Alpina, which crosses the Haute Vanoise before rejoining the GR® 5.From the refuge, the path joins the GR® 5 at Plan de la Grassaz. The view opens out onto a vast plateau. The path passes Lake Grattaleu, the Refuge du Palet and the pass of the same name. It descends towards Val Claret and leaves the GR® 5 for the Haute Vanoise variant via the Via Alpina and the GR® 55. It climbs towards the Col de Fresse but bypasses it to reach the Col de la Leisse. The trail descends beneath the Grande Motte glacier, skirting the Lac des Nettes, and reaches the Refuge de la Leisse. At the Croé-Vie bridge, the Via Alpina leaves the GR® 55, heads for the Refuge d’Entre Deux Eaux, and crosses the Torrent de la Rocheure to rejoin the GR® 5. It climbs towards Lac des Lozières and then, at the foot of the glaciers, runs along a ridge overlooking the Doron Termignon valley and reaches the Refuge de l’Arpont.
Refuge Entre Le Lac - Refuge de la Leisse
11.25 mi
+3,799 ft
-2,694 ft
8h 30
Difficult
Departure from Peisey-Nancroix (Savoie)
Étape de la Grande traversée des Alpes en Vanoise par une variante haute montagne avec passage de 2 cols (col du Palet et col de la Leisse).
Refuge du col de la Vanoise - Refuge de l'Arpont
8.64 mi
+1,145 ft
-1,837 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Pralognan-la-Vanoise (Savoie)
Stage5 of this route between the Col de la Vanoise refuge and the Arpont refuge. A stage without any major difficulty. The scenery is extraordinary, as you walk alongside the Vanoise Glacier for the entire hike. You will catch sight of the Rechasse, Roche Ferran and Arpont glaciers. You will pass at the foot of the Grande Casse and its glacier, the Pointe de la Réchasse and Mont Pelve.
Col du Palet Mountain Hut – Femma Mountain Hut
15.40 mi
+4,633 ft
-5,364 ft
12 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Peisey-Nancroix (Savoie)
Day 2 of a two-circular route in the Vanoise National Park, from the Refuge du Col du Palet to the Refuge de la Femma. A demanding hike due to its distance, but one that takes you through varied landscapes and brings you close to friendly marmots.
The Col de Leschaux circular route
5.42 mi
+2,113 ft
-3,996 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Pralognan-la-Vanoise (Savoie)
An exposed hike requiring caution, offering a stunning view over the entire southern sector of Pralognan-la-Vanoise.
From Les Fontanettes to Les Prioux via the Col du Grand Marchet and La Valette
7.07 mi
+4,245 ft
-4,045 ft
6h 55
Difficult
Departure from Pralognan-la-Vanoise (Savoie)
A very beautiful high-altitude hike, a bit challenging but probably one of the most stunning. It passes through several little-visited cirques and offers high-mountain views throughout the route.
This is a one-way hike, so you’ll need to organise your return journey (see practical information).
Pralognan - Leisse Refuge
11.34 mi
+4,908 ft
-1,391 ft
9h 30
Difficult
Departure from Pralognan-la-Vanoise (Savoie)
Day1 of the Grande Casse circular route, from Pralognan to the Refuge de la Leisse, passing close to the impressive Grande Casse, all in a wild setting dotted with lakes.
Refuge de la Femma from Tignes / Val Claret
10.79 mi
+3,337 ft
-2,546 ft
7h 50
Difficult
Departure from Tignes (Savoie)
Day1 of this mini trek around Tignes – Val d’Isère, a magnificent hike in the heart of the Vanoise National Park starting from Tignes. This hike allows you to discover the wild valleys of the Leisse and the Femma. The GPX track may prove useful after the (5).
Circular route in the Vanoise around Tignes / Val d'Isère
22.77 mi
+8,281 ft
-6,831 ft
2 days
Difficult
Departure from Tignes (Savoie)
A challenging two-day mini-trek in the heart of the Vanoise National Park between the resorts of Tignes and Val d’Isère, with several possible routes. Ideal for seasonal workers or for those who want to experience a night in a mountain refuge.