• Sport

Ascent to the Varan refuge from Coudray

Family hike, easy and pleasant which offers an aerial view over the Arve valley. The sunny terrace of the refuge enjoys a unique panorama of Mont-Blanc.

Sport Ascent to the Varan refuge from Coudray Passy

About

Departing from Passy (74190)
Average length : 02h20
Total elevation gain : 490m
Vertical drop : 490m
Distance : 5.2km
Signed walking trail
Animals allowed

From the Coudray car park, take the motorable track towards Varan. After leaving the forest, a narrower path goes to the right, towards the refuge. You can also continue on the track which also leads to the refuge (a little longer but easier).

Way and back
Total elevation gain : 490m
Altitude max : 1602m
Vertical drop : 490m

Map references

TOP 25 IGN 3530ET

Further informations

Stone, Ground

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    Prices

    Free of charge

    Reception

    Open to children
    Animals allowed
    Not adapted to strollers

    Period of practice

    Excursion possible on snow-shoes or ski touring skis in winter (depending on conditions).

    Services
    • Pets welcome
    • Restaurant
    Equipments
    • Picnic area
    • Car park
    • Free car park

    Access

    Parking du Coudray Bay 74190 Passy
    Departing from : Passy (74190)
    Latitude : 45.936799 - Longitude : 6.683561

    More informations

    Information update on 13/03/2023 by Office de Tourisme de Passy