From the Via Ferrata de Curalla car park, follow the track then the path that leads to the Varan refuge. A technical path then climbs straight up in the direction of Barmerousse. Follow the red dots marked on the ground to cross the magnificent limestone desert to the Platé refuge. Head south to descend to Charbonnière. The path then becomes wider up to the Jardin des Cimes from where you can reach the starting point via the Balcons d'Assy.
Crossing the Platé Desert by Barmerousse
Explore the Platé Desert by climbing to the heights of the Fiz massif. This physical hike invites you to travel with a magnificent link in the heart of the largest Lapiaz in Europe between the refuges of Varan and Platé.
Crossing the Platé Desert by Barmerousse Passy
About
Signs
Signs and markers between the start and the huts. Between the Varan and Platé huts: red dots (painted on the ground).
Map references
TOP 25 IGN 3530 ET
Further informations
Rock, Stone, Ground
1 3
Prices
Free access.
Reception
Period of practice
From 01/06 to 15/11.
Depending on snow conditions.
Services
- Pets welcome
- Car park
- Free car park
Contacts
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