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Cross-country: Le Verney
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Description
This itinerary features two great uphill sections but nevertheless remains accessible to intermediate mountain bikers. The Sardières monolith makes an interesting place to stop for a break.
The first climb takes you up to Sardières and, beyond the village, the famous monolith. After this geological curiosity you'll reach the resort of Aussois before descending to the banks of the Arc. You'll then need a bit of muscle power to climb back up to Bramans.
The Sardières monolith is a relatively straight vertical structure of cargneule rock which rises to a height of 93 metres above the ground. These dolomitic limestone rocks are hard and compact, standing up to the erosion which has cleared the site of the less resistant rocks that once surrounded the monolith.
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Additional information
Open period
From 01/05 to 01/11.
Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.
Updated by
Communauté de communes Haute Maurienne Vanoise - 01/09/2025
www.cchautemaurienne.com
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Contact
Phone : 04 79 05 99 06
Email : info@hautemaurienne.com
Website :
https://www.haute-maurienne-vanoise.com
http://www.cchautemaurienne.com/jy-vais-en
Type of land
Ground
Location complements
The route starts at Aussois La Croix (Aussois exit towards Sardières).
I'll get there by bus: Line S52 - Le Centre stop (bus equipped with a bike trailer every day except Saturday).
By car: park in the parking lot at Aussois la Croix.
Topo guides and map references
Topo guides references :
Haute Maurienne Vanoise mountain bike map and booklet sold in Tourist Offices.
Reception complements
As hazards may occur at any time on the routes, the GPX tracks provided are not contractual. They are provided for information only. Riders use them at their own risk, depending on their level of technological proficiency and their understanding of the terrain.
Animals
Yes. Dogs on a leash are not forbidden on this trail, but mountain bikers are advised not to use it.
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