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The 3-day Méan Martin traverse - Stage 3 - From the Fond des Fours refuge to Bonneval-sur-Arc

Why not try your hand at roaming the mountains, skirting the glaciers of the Vanoise National Park? This escapade will delight young and not-so-young hikers accustomed to moderate efforts at altitude.

Sport The 3-day Méan Martin traverse - Stage 3 - From the Fond des Fours refuge to Bonneval-sur-Arc Val-Cenis

About

Departing from Val-Cenis (73500)
Average length : 04h00
Total elevation gain : 426m
Vertical drop : 1151m
Distance : 16km
Signed walking trail
Animals not allowed

Today, start without limits. There are two programs to choose from, and all you have to do is negotiate the climb to the Col des Fours just below the "3000" mark. At 2976m, a legendary cairn awaits your arrival. Don't hesitate to place your stone on it, before admiring the view below over the crystal-clear glacial lake. Plunge your gaze into the sometimes turquoise blue that contrasts with the jagged rock of the great bottom and the pointe des fours. The descent to Bonneval gradually brings you back down to earth. You can extend the pleasure all the way to Bessans via the balcony of the Vallon mountain pasture. A gourmet break at the Vallon d'en haut inn is sure to be one of your objectives! Or would you prefer to end your escape with a peaceful dip in the Vallon de la Lenta, ending your journey in the heart of the village of Bonneval-sur-Arc? Either way, you can take a bus back down to the valley. What better way to complete an emblematic crossing in complete tranquillity?(

Itinerary
Total elevation gain : 426m
Altitude max : 2962m
Vertical drop : 1151m

Signs

Departmental markings (yellow), GR markings (red and white) and Vanoise National Park markings (blue - white - red).

Map references

IGN Top 25 3633 ET Tignes Val d'Isère - Haute Maurienne IGN Top 25 3634 OT Val Cenis - Charbonnel

Further informations

Stone, Ground, Grit

Day 3: Refuge du Fond des Fours (2537m) - Bonneval-sur-Arc(1830m) Duration: 4h / Ascent: +426m / -1151m

Prices

Free access.

Reception

Animals not allowed
Languages spoken : French
Not adapted to strollers

You are entering a protected area. Pets are not allowed in the Vanoise National Park.
You must book your overnight stay in a refuge in advance.
Stay on the trails and follow the signs, and take your garbage with you.

Pets are not allowed on this hike in the Vanoise National Park.

Period of practice

Itinerary accessible outside snow periods and subject to favorable weather conditions. Check the local weather forecast in real time up to the day of departure. Information on trail and hut access conditions is available from the tourist office and the Vanoise National Park.

Access

Refuge du Fond des Fours Val d'Isère 73500 Val-Cenis
Departing from : Val-Cenis (73500)
Latitude : 45.401833 - Longitude : 6.992036

I'm going by bus :
Return itinerary: Line S53 - Le Villaron stop

Moving across the city : Val-Cenis (73480), Bonneval-sur-Arc (73480), Bessans (73480), Val-Cenis (73500)
Information update on 24/10/2024 by Communauté de communes Haute Maurienne Vanoise