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Torrent des Encombres (rivière) walks
Hamlets of Planlebon and Les Priots
Visorando Member 
6.63 km
+332 m
-332 m
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-de-Belleville (Savoie)
In the Belleville Valley, this easy hike allows you to discover, with family or friends and even in overcast weather, the valley of the Encombres torrent and two of its hamlets, the first of which is in ruins. They give you a picture of the agricultural activity in the valley. This trail passes through a very pleasant setting of forest and clearings, streams... You can extend the route by taking the circular that leads to the hamlet of Gittamelon.
Col des Encombres - Lac de la Montagnette
Visorando Member 11.58 km
+815 m
-815 m
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-de-la-Porte (Savoie)
Hike in an open and unobstructed landscape. Few markings, a few directional signs at strategic points. The Montagnette lake is a good place for a picnic break. It is possible to see ibex and birds of prey. There is a large flock of sheep near the passes.
Walks near Torrent des Encombres (rivière)
From Les Menuires to the Roc 1 cable car
Visorando Member 8.86 km
+510 m
-83 m
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-de-Belleville (Savoie)
This route takes the Sentier des Girauds and then the Sentier des Teppes, before retracing its steps and ending with the Sentier des Girauds, which leads to the Roc 1 cable car arrival point. As the ski touring trail is not marked before the Christmas holidays and is impossible to find, it is still possible to take the footpath, which offers a beautiful, easily accessible hike, perfect for an introduction to ski touring.
Lac de Bissorte - Refuge du Mont Thabor
Visorando Member 
12.51 km
+1,164 m
-309 m
6h 55
Difficult
Departure from Orelle (Savoie)
First beautiful stage of a challenging three-day tour of Mont Thabor. A beautiful stage with an elevation gain of almost 1,200 metres. Climb to the Bissorte dam, cross the Vallon des Marches, with a possible break at the refuge. Then climb to the beautiful Lac des Bataillères and the pass of the same name, with a superb view of the Lacs Sainte Marguerite and the Vallon de la Grande Montagne. Breathtaking view of the Cheval Blanc.
From Grange Bernard to the Refuge de Terre Rouge
Association / Club / Walk leader 
8.27 km
+578 m
-10 m
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Valmeinier (Savoie)
First stage of the Petit tour du Mont Thabor hike
Peclet-Polset Refuge - Merlets Lakes Refuge
Visorando Member 
14.90 km
+949 m
-1,010 m
7h 00
Difficult
Departure from Pralognan-la-Vanoise (Savoie)
This second stage links the Peclet Polset Refuge to the Lacs Merlets Refuge via the Col du Soufre. You walk alongside the great Gebroulaz Glacier before reaching the Refuge du Saut. Next comes the ascent of the Col de Chanrouge and the arrival at the Lacs Merlets.
This stage takes you off the usual route through the Vanoise National Park. The landscapes are very wild. You’ll find plenty of edelweiss here.
Refuge des Lacs Merlets – Refuge de la Valette
Visorando Member 
16.45 km
+1,376 m
-1,194 m
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.
Refuge de l'Orgére - Refuge Peclet Polset
Visorando Member 
8.73 km
+910 m
-357 m
5h 05
Difficult
Departure from Villarodin-Bourget (Savoie)
The first stage takes you from the Refuge d’Orgére to the Refuge de Peclet Polset. Although short, this first stage features a significant elevation gain, helping you get into your stride for the rest of the trek. The views above the Maurienne Valley are already splendid. You’ll cross your first pass, the Col de Chaviére, at nearly 2,800 metres. Views of the Écrins and the Thabor, reminding us of the 2018 route.
Alpine pastures and waterfalls of Valmorel
Visorando Member 
9.38 km
+382 m
-467 m
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Les Avanchers-Valmorel (Savoie)
A short hike with moderate elevation gain, suitable for a family outing with young children. The route takes you through working mountain pastures, offering beautiful views of the surrounding mountains, and passes by the foot of three stunning waterfalls.
Valfrejus - Lac des Méandes
Visorando Member 13.93 km
+1,468 m
-398 m
8h 10
Difficult
Departure from Modane (Savoie)
A challenging hike starting from Valfréjus resort, the first stage to reach Lac des Méandes (below Col des Méandes). The view is incredible all along the route.Be careful, there is very little shade and at an altitude of 2,700 metres, it is always a little chilly.
Refuge de Terre Rouge - Le Prec
Visorando Member 
14.10 km
+660 m
-1,173 m
5h 55
Difficult
Departure from Valmeinier (Savoie)
This is the last stage of this three-day route, with one last beautiful climb. A final alpine pass, a few lakes, and the return via the Fenêtre du Prec to round off this lovely Tour du Thabor.
From Valfréjus to Modane via the GR®5
Visorando Member 
7.09 km
+3 m
-504 m
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Modane (Savoie)
This is an easy, downhill hike from Valfréjus to Modane. The route follows the GR®5. It is a gentle slope, passing near the pretty Notre-Dame du Charmaix chapel, and there are many oratories in different styles along the way. Take the shuttle bus between Modane station and Valfréjus, but be sure to check the timetable.