What a boon in the summer, to have a bus that drops you off at your start point!
For the more athletic, the route that goes via the Plan du Lac refuge from
Bellecombe is a good warm-up. In full view of those glaciers that have
inspired made so many seasoned mountaineers, the miles just go flying by.
Pay close attention to these oversized scree slopes, they are home to chamois
and ibex. And what's that little black spot in the sky? Could it be a bearded
vulture, eyeing you from the heights of a thermal air current or one of its
favourite nesting perches? If you're lucky, you might get a photo of this
species, very rare in Haute Maurienne Vanoise. Standing at attention in front
of its burrow, a marmot sentinel announces your arrival.
By the time you get to the refuge, your thirst for adventure has been awakened.
Next time, you'll definitely spend the night here... But for now, why not order
a refreshing homemade kefir to quench your thirst?
- Sport
From Plume Fine to La Femma refuge
As you joyfully step through the gates of the Vanoise National Park, the
merry mood of the Rocheure torrent embraces you, accompanying you
throughout your adventure. Sometimes you're on the left bank, sometimes
on the right, heading to "the world's end"!
About
Signs
Parc National de la Vanoise (PNV) markers
Map references
Map and booklet "Haute Maurienne Vanoise. 103 walks and hikes - 38 trail trails. For all levels" (sold for €10 in Tourist Offices)
Topoguides references
Blue route n°42
To guide you in the field, consult the "step-by-step" directional diagram provided in pdf.
Prices
Free access.
Reception
Period of practice
From 15/05 to 15/10.
Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.
- Parking nearby
Contacts
Access
By bus: Line 4 - Plume Fine stop.
To get there by car: you must park in the Bellecombe parking lot (fee payable July-August). The rest of the way to the starting point is on foot or by line 4.
