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Cross-country : Marie-Christine
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Description
A very easy green trail, ideal for getting the whole family to discover mountain biking while exploring the village surroundings and admiring part of the Esseillon Barrier Forts.
Start at Aussois or, more precisely, from Fort Marie-Christine which is easy to reach by bike from Aussois.
Fort Marie-Christine is one of the 5 forts that make up the Esseillon Barrier.
Built in the 19th century on a rocky sill that closes off the upper Arc Valley (Maurienne Valley) upstream from Modane, the purpose of these fortifications was to protect the Cisalpine part of the kingdom of Sardinia from the threat of French invasion. The Barrier comprises four forts and a redoubt which bear the names of contemporaneous members of the House of Savoy.
This easy trail offers beautiful views over the valley and the nearby forts.
Definitely worth doing!
Technical Information
Altimetric profile
Starting point
Points of interest
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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Environments
Village 2 km away
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 trail starts at the Aussois campsite.
I'll get there by bus: Line S52 - Longecote stop (in summer, the bus is equipped with a bicycle trailer - ask about days and times).
By car: park between the swimming pool and the campsite.
Possibility of departure from Fort Marie-Christine.
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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