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Boucle Vaugany - Le Collet par Pourchery
Visorando Member
5.73 mi
+2,543 ft
-2,523 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Vaujany (Isère)
This circular route starting from Vaujany offers a beautiful view of Allemond, Lac du Vernet, and the confluence of the Eau d’Olle and Fare valleys.Most of the route is through woodland.
The Grand Beau Rocher circular loop from Vaugany
5.45 mi
+2,661 ft
-2,661 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Vaujany (Isère)
This circular loop starting from Vaujany takes you up through the forest and blueberry bushes to the Grand Beau Rocher. There isn't really a rock at this spot, but there is a magnificent view of the entire region.
Col du Sabot
4.25 mi
+2,470 ft
-2,451 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Vaujany (Isère)
An easy ski-touring route in magnificent surroundings. A route with a lovely finish above the Col du Sabot. A very beautiful route for warming up or for beginners. The Col du Sabot lies on the border between the Grandes Rousses massif and the Maurienne.
Aiguillettes de Vaujany
6.47 mi
+3,924 ft
-3,901 ft
6h 25
Difficult
Departure from Vaujany (Isère)
A circular hike in a rather deserted area, with unique geological features alternating between steep high-altitude grasslands and a chaos of clay and black limestone needles.
Le Grand Beau Rocher, a short and easy route from Cressin
2.97 mi
+1,342 ft
-1,335 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Vaujany (Isère)
A shorter and more accessible route to climb this ‘Grand Beau Rocher’. An easy path with no particular difficulties, perfect for enjoying the magnificent view of the Grandes Rousses massif.
Lac de la Balmette
6.29 mi
+3,668 ft
-3,648 ft
6h 05
Difficult
Departure from Allemond (Isère)
The light green Lac de la Balmette is located in a very wild cirque dominated by the Grand Pic de Belledonne and Pic Lamartine. Several torrents flowing under the scree feed it and its overflow gives rise to the Ruisseau d'Articol.
The Lakes of Alpe d’Huez
7.89 mi
+151 ft
-5,253 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Oz (Isère)
A downhill hike through a rocky landscape where you hop from lake to lake – yes, it’s possible.
Of course, you’ll need to take the cable cars of the Alpe d’Huez–Vaujany ski area to reach the summit of the Dôme des Petites Rousses, the starting point of this hike.
Please note: the time estimated by the software is an underestimate.
Lake Belledonne
6.60 mi
+2,986 ft
-2,959 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Allemond (Isère)
A hike to reach a very pretty lake in the Belledonne mountain range. Best done in spring to see the lake and its snowfields.
From Col du Sabot to Col du Couard
4.80 mi
+1,194 ft
-1,194 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Vaujany (Isère)
A short, peaceful walk on a good trail overlooking Lac de Grand-Maison with a 100m elevation gain between the two passes!
Cross-country skiing in Allemond
1.25 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
15 mins
Easy
Departure from Allemond (Isère)
The Allemond cross-country ski trail offers a 2 km return route, suitable for beginners, along the river.Route accessible during the winter season, subject to snow conditions.
The lakes of Alpe d'Huez and the Dôme des Petites Rousses circular loop
8.76 mi
+2,648 ft
-2,664 ft
6h 20
Difficult
Departure from Huez (Isère)
A complete change of scenery is guaranteed on this ride, where you’ll be treated to a feast of lakes. The approach to the plateau via the Refuge de la Fare is impressive but poses no real danger, especially as the view on arrival is well worth the effort.
Reaching the Dôme des Petites Rousses is then a mere formality before tackling the descent, partly along the ski runs.
Alpe d'Huez: the Tour des Lacs - from Lac Besson to Lac Carrelet
4.12 mi
+348 ft
-354 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Huez (Isère)
An easy walk at medium altitude, accessible to most people, around the four lakes: Lac Noir, Lac Besson, Lac Faucille and Lac Carrelet, above Alpe d'Huez. Beautiful views of the surrounding mountains. Get off the beaten track by passing by Lac Noir and return above Lac Carrelet and Lac Besson!
La Grande Sure as seen from the Fontaine de Poutran
2.35 mi
+469 ft
-463 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Huez (Isère)
A very short and easy walk taking you up to the Grande Sure, where you can enjoy a 360° view of the resort, the Allemond Valley and the Belledone and Écrins mountain ranges.
Lake and Cross of Belledonne from Allemont
12.83 mi
+6,588 ft
-6,588 ft
12 hrs
Extremely difficult
Departure from Allemond (Isère)
This superb hike starting from Allemont passes by the lake, the pass and the Croix de Belledonne before descending through the very wild Bâton valley and past the Lacs du Bœuf and du Bois.
Half of the route is completely off-trail, allowing you to observe wildlife and listen to the sounds of the mountains in complete tranquillity.
This challenging route requires crampons and an ice axe in all seasons and a night-time start in summer (see practical information).
The York Mallory site at the start of the Rivier d’Allemont
4.67 mi
+2,644 ft
-2,654 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Allemond (Isère)
This short but steep hike will take you to the site of the crash, on 14 November 1944, of the aircraft carrying Sir Leigh-Mallory – one of the heroes and key figures of Operation Overlord – to his new posting in South-East Asia. He was accompanied by his wife and eight other people, including officers and crew members. All were laid to rest in the modest cemetery at Rivier d’Allemont. The beauty of this mountainous site inspires respect and contemplation.
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