The Lac des Vaches and Col de la Vanoise
Description
Walk the trail of mule drivers, following the low dry stone walls as far as the wonderful Lac des Vaches. After which the itinerary continues to the Col de la Vanoise, at the foot of Savoie's highest peak, the Grande Casse (3855m).
Technical Information
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Points of interest
Col de la Vanoise Hut (FFCAM-French Alpine Club)
A required stop when hiking the loop to circumnavigate the Vanoise Glaciers, Col de la Vanoise Pass, along the legendary GR55 trail, is also the most visited location in the Vanoise range, and rightly so.A hut dating from 1902, completely renovated in 2013 and 2018, located on the Col de la Vanoise, a high place of passage, surrounded by prestigious peaks such as the Grande Casse, the Glières, the Aiguille de la Vanoise and the Réchasse. Marmots, Ibex and Chamois are very close.
Barmettes Hut
At the gateway to Vanoise National Park, the Barmettes Hut offers breathtaking views of the entire valley. In a truly majestic setting at this ideally located, warm and cozy Savoyard chalet, rest and relax or enjoy traditional local cuisine.In both summer and winter, you can reach the hut either on foot by taking one of hiking trails or the Génépi chairlift.
Date and time
- From 15/05/2024 to 15/10/2024
- From 15/05/2025 to 15/10/2025
Additional information
Updated by
Agence alpine des territoires - 24/06/2024
www.agate-territoires.fr
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Open period
From 15/05 to 15/10.
Contact
Phone : 04 79 08 79 08
Email : info@pralognan.com
Website : www.pralognan.com
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