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Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise walks
Cascade de la Raie viewpoint
Visorando Member
3.44 mi
+1,112 ft
-1,106 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise (Savoie)
Discover a breathtaking natural spectacle. You’ll find yourself just a few metres from a dizzying waterfall, after an easy walk that takes place mainly in the forest.
Pointe d’Ormelune and the Lakes Circular Route
14.07 mi
+5,023 ft
-5,020 ft
12 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise (Savoie)
A long and beautiful route in the Alpes Grées (the Haute Tarentaise border range) combining a walk through a listed village (Le Monal), an ascent of a listed valley (du Clou), a summit of the border range offering sweeping views of the French and Italian Alps, and finally a circular route allowing you to explore a fine variety of glacial lakes.
Regarding the ‘Very Difficult’ rating for the route: see the ‘Practical Information’ section.This hike is reserved for fit and experienced hikers.
Lac du Clou and Col de l'Aiguille
7.15 mi
+2,703 ft
-2,703 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise (Savoie)
A magnificent circular if you don't have fog like we did.
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.
Le Bec Rouge
7.21 mi
+3,343 ft
-3,343 ft
6h 15
Difficult
Departure from Montvalezan (Savoie)
One of the valley’s most beautiful panoramic peaks, at an altitude of 2,515 m.
Circular route via the Col du Mont and the Archeboc refuge
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.
Col du Tachuy via Lac du Petit
8.12 mi
+3,084 ft
-3,068 ft
6h 25
Difficult
Departure from Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise (Savoie)
A very beautiful hike offering a chance to admire varied and magnificent scenery. From the picturesque Vallon du Ruitor, via Lac du Petit, to the Col du Tachuy on the border with Italy, with its magnificent panorama of the south-eastern face of the Mont Blanc range and the Italian valley of La Thuile towards Courmayeur.
The Bellacomba Lakes
Association / Club / Walk leader
8.59 mi
+3,829 ft
-3,809 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise (Savoie)
Certainly one of the most beautiful hikes in Haute-Tarentaise! A long but very beautiful route passing through the still wild valley of the Louïe Blanche, a short detour into Italy to the magnificent Bellacomba Lakes and the return via the Col du Tachuy and Lac du Petit, all dominated by the Pointes des Assaly with a breathtaking view of the Ruitor, Mont Pourri and the Aosta Valley side of the Mont Blanc massif.
Le Lac du Retour
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.
Circular loop around Lac Noir from Pierre Giret
7.81 mi
+2,858 ft
-2,858 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise (Savoie)
A varied hike through the Petit and Mercuel valleys to a rather secluded lake in the Alpes Grées.
No particular difficulties on this circular route of just over 12 km, ideal for spending a lovely day in the mountains away from the crowds.
Les Eucherts - La Traversette
8.08 mi
+1,932 ft
-1,929 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Montvalezan (Savoie)
A short, easy walk with magnificent panoramic views of the Haute-Tarentaise, Mont Pourri, Col du Petit Saint-Bernard, Mont Blanc and much more.
From the Turia Refuge to Les Arcs 2000 via the mountain pastures of La Riondaz
5.63 mi
+1,647 ft
-2,569 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Villaroger (Savoie)
The fourth and final stage of a 4-day circuit around Mont Pourri. In the heart of the Vanoise National Park, this stage sets off from the Turia mountain hut and finishes at the starting point in Les Arcs 2000. A walk past the Turia Glacier and the Grand Col, with small glacial lakes reflecting Mont Blanc. Blueberries, heather, forests and a gentle return to civilisation.
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.
Tour of Mont Pourri
25.62 mi
+9,849 ft
-9,826 ft
4 days
Difficult
Departure from Bourg-Saint-Maurice (Savoie)
A magnificent multi-day hike in the Vanoise, far from the overcrowded trails. This little-known route takes you through unspoilt and varied natural landscapes in the heart of the Vanoise National Park. There’s no shortage of breathtaking panoramic views, rugged landscapes, mountain pastures, lakes and glaciers, as well as flowers and wildlife.
Lac des Moutons via Arcabulle
6.44 mi
+1,850 ft
-1,847 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Bourg-Saint-Maurice (Savoie)
Departure from the Arcs 2000 resort.
The actual elevation gain is 208 m thanks to the chairlift ascent (364 m).
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.
Lac du Retour as seen from La Rosière
5.41 mi
+2,549 ft
-2,556 ft
4h 45
Difficult
Departure from Montvalezan (Savoie)
A challenging hike to discover a stunning high-altitude lake, nestled at 2,400 metres above sea level opposite the Mont Pourri glacier.
The Chemin des Alpages from La Rosière
4.81 mi
+1,145 ft
-1,155 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Montvalezan (Savoie)
A lovely, accessible walk that will take you through high-altitude meadows, alpine chalets and picturesque hamlets.
The Lakes Trail and Aiguille Grive from Les Arcs 2000
7.13 mi
+2,264 ft
-2,251 ft
5h 15
Difficult
Departure from Bourg-Saint-Maurice (Savoie)
Hike starting from Les Arcs 2000. As this is a resort hike, there are unfortunately some man-made features, but I suggest the most unspoilt route possible. The first section follows a beautiful path (the ‘Sentier des Lacs’) to Lac des Moutons. Then there is a short but steep climb to Aiguille Grive (2,733m) and its magnificent view of Mont Blanc before heading back down.
The blueberry trail in Montvalezan
2.98 mi
+856 ft
-853 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Montvalezan (Savoie)
The perfect family walk, enjoying the cool of the forest along a superb balcony path overlooking the Tarentaise Valley and Bourg-Saint-Maurice.As you emerge from the forest, you’ll be walking amongst blueberries.
Chalets de la Davie, Nazonde and Nancruet via the Via Alpina
7.30 mi
+1,877 ft
-1,870 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise (Savoie)
The Via Alpina offers a wealth of short walks; this one allows you to explore the small mountain hamlets, with the added bonus of a magnificent view of the Mont Pourri glaciers and the Dôme de la Sache.
Le Monal via Chenal d'en bas
3.12 mi
+758 ft
-758 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise (Savoie)
Le Monal is one of the most beautiful examples of mountain pastures in the Tarentaise. Facing the Mont Pourri glaciers, this hike offers magnificent, colourful landscapes in every season.
Tour of the Alpes Grées
55.38 mi
+20,118 ft
-18,793 ft
7 days
Difficult
Departure from Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise (Savoie)
The Franco-Italian Alpes Grées mountain range lies in Savoie on the French side, and spans two valleys in Italy: the Aosta Valley and the Piedmont Valley.
Much of the Grées Alps is covered by two national parks: the Vanoise and the Gran Paradiso.
A truly alpine route where you’ll remain above 2,300 metres, with magnificent views of the glaciers, not to mention the sections through the Fontine and Beaufort mountain pastures.
Chenal – Mario Bezzi Refuge
8.01 mi
+3,907 ft
-2,037 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise (Savoie)
A steady climb taking you through La Combaz and the listed village of Le Monal with its small lakes, with a breathtaking view of Mont Pourri in the background; further up, you’ll cross the Vallon du Clou, which has been listed and protected since March 2013, to reach the Col du Rocher Blanc (2,830 m), and then descend to the Refuge de Mario Bezzi.
Lac du Clou and Lacs Verdet via Le Monal
10.05 mi
+3,501 ft
-3,497 ft
7h 40
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise (Savoie)
In autumn, around the hamlet of Monal, the larch trees set the valley ablaze, while on the opposite slope, the Mont Pourri glaciers sparkle in the sun. Higher up, it is the Balmes glaciers that steal the show.
This hike to the lakes is a feast for the eyes.
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