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Lacs Merlet
Visorando Member
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.
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.
Dents de la Portetta via the ridges of Mont Charvet
8.11 mi
+4,304 ft
-4,301 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Bon-Tarentaise (Savoie)
A very beautiful circular route in the Courchevel area, without being hindered by the pylons...
The route is unique and quite wild; I didn’t come across a single person that day... just the cows from the mountain pastures who came to visit me during my break, and further up, a herd of chamois that I’d clearly disturbed.
A quiet spot, except for the immediate vicinity of the car park and Lac de Rosière, and very charming.
La Dent du Villard from Courchevel
5.32 mi
+2,569 ft
-2,579 ft
4h 40
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Bon-Tarentaise (Savoie)
To the east of Courchevel, 1550m above Lac de la Rosière, the Dent du Villard is a white gypsum mountain perforated with multiple dissolution craters on its summit, making for an impressive crossing.
Mont Charvet Circular Ridge Loop
9.17 mi
+3,540 ft
-3,573 ft
7h 20
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Bon-Tarentaise (Savoie)
A very lovely circular walk with breathtaking views of the Vanoise glaciers, not to mention the Waterfall des Poux at the start of the route and the steep climb to the Col de la Grande Pierre, the highest point of the hike. The ridges are traversed via a path winding between remarkable gypsum craters to reach the Col de la Chal; a final climb leads to the Dent du Villard with its orientation table and imposing cross, and the Grand Bec in the background.
Crossing the Dent du Villard and the Crête du Mont Charvet
Tourism professional10.91 mi
+3,796 ft
-3,783 ft
8h 20
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Bon-Tarentaise (Savoie)
A striking landscape can be seen below the Dent du Villard and all the way to the Col de la Grande Pierre. Gypsum dissolved by rainwater has formed numerous crater-shaped cavities up to 6–8 metres deep.
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
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 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.
Le Châtelard and La Croix de la Duy via La Traye
4.29 mi
+1,493 ft
-1,493 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Champagny-en-Vanoise (Savoie)
This route offers a loop around Champagny-en-Vanoise via Le Châtelard and La Duy, then descends via Les Combes d'en haut and Les Combes d'en bas, ending at La Traye. No particular difficulty.
Balcon de la Forêt du Miollet, starting from Champagny-en-Vanoise
5.25 mi
+2,005 ft
-1,978 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Champagny-en-Vanoise (Savoie)
A lovely summer walk in Champagny-en-Vanoise.
After a fairly steep climb through the Bois des Chapelets, you follow a ridge walk in the Forêt du Miollet with magnificent views of the Vanoise Massif, the Grand Bec and the Vanoise Glaciers.
The descent then takes you through the Bois des Genévriers and past the alpine chalets at Combes d’en Haut and La Traye.
Mont de la Guerre via the Champagny cable cars
10.13 mi
+3,537 ft
-3,530 ft
7h 45
Difficult
Departure from Champagny-en-Vanoise (Savoie)
The proposed route allows you to climb Mont de la Guerre from Champagny-en-Vanoise and descend via the ski area. The route passes by the Champagny cable cars for those who wish to shorten the descent (please note that they are not operational on Saturdays). There are many alternatives for the descent; I have suggested this version to create a loop. Instead of going through the Bois des Génévriers, it is possible to descend via the forest track.
Circuit of the Aiguille du Rateau via the Merlet Lakes
10.50 mi
+2,966 ft
-2,995 ft
7h 25
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Bon-Tarentaise (Savoie)
Starting from the Courchevel ski area, the suggested route heads into the Vanoise National Park to circumnavigate the Aiguille du Rateau via the Col du Rateau. On the return journey, a slight detour is suggested to visit the Merlet Lakes.
A very scenic hike through the Rosière valley in the Vanoise National Park.
There is a long stretch over scree, which explains why the hike is rated ‘Difficult’.
A circular variant compared to the other route suggested on Visorando, taking in the Merlet Lakes.
The Bozelet Chapel as seen from the Champagny cable car
7.53 mi
+1,152 ft
-1,135 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Champagny-en-Vanoise (Savoie)
A lovely walk in very open countryside, with no major difficulties.
We did it at the end of July and it felt like we were in a flower garden.
The circuit around the Aiguille du Rateau
9.88 mi
+2,972 ft
-2,943 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Bon-Tarentaise (Savoie)
A physically demanding, off-the-beaten-track walk in a landscape that is at times very wild and rocky.
Refuge des Lacs Merlets – Refuge de la Valette
10.22 mi
+4,514 ft
-3,917 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Bon-Tarentaise (Savoie)
This third stage will take you from the Refuge des Lacs Merlets to the Refuge de la Valette.
This stage is undoubtedly the most challenging, with 1,400 metres of elevation gain. The ascent of the Petit Mont Blanc, a difficult descent to Les Prioux, followed by another beautiful and long climb (900m of elevation gain) to the Col de la Valette and its refuge, will make for a memorable day.
From the Lacs Merlet refuge to the Péclet-Polset refuge
9.96 mi
+3,438 ft
-3,232 ft
7h 35
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Bon-Tarentaise (Savoie)
After the long stages of the previous days, this one is more leisurely.The climb to the Col du Soufre is gradual until you reach the edge of the Gébroulaz glacier.The beauty of the Col du Soufre (the day’s highest point), with its ochre and white colours, more than makes up for the day’s efforts.
From Lac du Rateau to the Refuge du Saut
7.95 mi
+2,743 ft
-3,753 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Bon-Tarentaise (Savoie)
Second day of hiking on a 4-day route in the Vanoise massif.
A wonderful mountain experience as you cross the Col du Rateau and the Passage des Eaux Noires, which are rarely visited. Views of Mont Blanc.
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