• Sport

100 - Col de la Vanoise and its Refuge

Get up close and personal to the glaciers of the Vanoise, at altitudes of up to 2,500 metres. Embark on a journey along one of the National Park's most iconic routes. For the ultimate high-mountain experience, what better than passing through three refuges?

Sport 100 - Col de la Vanoise and its Refuge Val-Cenis

About

Departing from Val-Cenis (73500)
Average length : 08h00
Total elevation gain : 950m
Distance : 23.2km
Signed walking trail
Animals not allowed

To fully appreciate this hike, you'll probably want to spend a night in one of our
a night in one of the refuges along the way. Adventure in the land
of high-altitude meadows and wide-open spaces. As you approach the Plan du Lac refuge, you enter the world of marmots, chamois and lammergeiers. In the distance, the road ahead still seems long, and the glaciers seem to approach as you walk. Framed by La Grande Casse and Pointe de la Réchasse, follow in the footsteps of seasoned mountaineers. The sometimes steep climbs contrast with the long, welcoming valley that awaits you. A string of lakes - and the passage of many hikers in summer - announce your proximity to the pass. Another world opens up on the outskirts of Lac Rond. For those accustomed to the area, the retreat of the glaciers is obvious.

Way and back
Total elevation gain : 950m
Altitude max : 2517m

Map references

Map and booklet "Walks and Hikes Haute Maurienne Vanoise" (sold for € 10 at the Tourist Office)

Topoguides references

Black route n°100

Prices

Free access. Park in the Bellecombe car park (paying july-august).
In summer, you can take the Val Cenis Termignon - Entre-Deux-Eaux line: Parking de Bellecombe stop.

Reception

Animals not allowed
Languages spoken : French
Languages of documentation : French
Not adapted to strollers

Period of practice

From 01/07 to 01/10.

Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

Access

Parking de Bellecombe Termignon 73500 Val-Cenis
Departing from : Val-Cenis (73500)
Latitude : 45.329511 - Longitude : 6.828907

Park in the Bellecombe car park (paying july-august).
In summer, you can take the Val Cenis Termignon - Entre-Deux-Eaux line: Parking de Bellecombe stop.

More informations

Information update on 11/03/2024 by Communauté de communes Haute Maurienne Vanoise