Explore Aussois, gem of the Savoy Alps

This short and steep but pleasant climb leads to an amazing dam and can be combined with the Aussois from Modane circuit. From Aussois, follow the road up to Plan d'Aval. This short and steep but pleasant climb leads to an amazing dam and can be combined with the Aussois from Modane circuit. You have the possibility to drink water (3 fountains) and eat at Aussois, and there is also a bike repair shop. You will discover natural heritage in Aussois : Aussois pastures and the Vanoise National Park. There is also cultural heritage such as the center of the village and its Baroque church Aussois classified "historical monument". And the fortifications of l'Esseillon also classified as "Historic Monuments." Dams and their reservoirs of Plan d'Amont and Plan d'Aval. You have the opportunity to visit the Museum of the old life of l'Arche d'Oé in Aussois's city center, and the archaeological park of Lozes. And to finish, you can discover local products and gastronomy at the Fort Marie-Christine restaurant.

A bit of a physical challenge with the reward of visiting the Esseillon Forts. A loop itinerary taking you down to the Arc riverbank on a singletrack path with a few steep sections. You'll then climb up to Aussois via the Esseillon Barrier, AKA the Esseillon Forts. After following the River Arc on a pleasant track, things get a little trickier on a narrow path with a few steep sections. Rest assured, this is only for a short distance, before another, much gentler track takes you back to Aussois. The Esseillon Barrier is a succession of five fortifications. Built during the 19th century on a rocky sill closing off the upper Arc valley (Maurienne Valley) upstream from Modane, the purpose of these fortifications was to protect the Cisalpine area of the kingdom of Sardinia from French invasion. It comprises four forts and a redoubt which bear the names of their contemporaneous members of the House of Savoie. Two of them are listed historical monuments. Departs from: Resort of Aussois

The locals call it the "Route des Barrages" (dam road). It makes a relatively steady climb of about 6 km for an elevation gain of 548 metres. The ideal way to reach the top of the 4 Enduro trails of Aussois.

For a beautiful ride through the pastures, on average altitude above the dams. Family with children to discover marmots and a preserved natural environment.

Easy to "warm-up" to do with children to approach the mountain smooth ride.

In the tranquility of mountain meadows, the pleasure of the senses is multiplied tenfold. Enjoy the perfect harmony between a raw mineral landscape and a melodious forest. A soothing universe that will seduce the contemplative. Don't hesitate to tackle the wild and authentic trail that winds its way along the gorges de Saint-Pierre. The pine needles that cover the ground gently muffle the sound of your footsteps. The murmur of the water accompanies you. With a little luck and patience, the tichodrome échelette will add a particularly colorful touch to your day. What kind of bird lives on steep rock faces? Crossing the Balmes bridge, it's time for a quiet, contemplative break. The Arponts plateau is only a few hundred meters away. Imagine this vast floral meadow nestled in a forest fragrant with the scent of resin. Will you be treated to a mischievous visit? From branch to branch or treetop to treetop, an agile squirrel could be playing acrobat. Take a good look around you! Once you've passed your highest point, treat yourself to the luxury of overlooking this strange Monolith, a needle of cargnele standing 93 metres high. A local landmark not to be missed...

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!

You are builders of the Forts of Esseillon in 1815, on the gargantuan project launched by the King of Piedmont-Sardinia. Your mission: To guard against French invasion, you must build five forts in just 15 years! It's not by chance that the Forts de l'Esseillon were built here! Built on a glacial lock at the entrance to the vertiginous Arc Gorges, their role is to protect the border and prevent French troops from passing through. As you follow the trail that connects the five constructions, you'll be astonished by the ingenuity of those who designed and built these walls. All along the path, you'll come across reading tables that explain how such constructions were built according to the principles of the Marquis de Montalembert. Structured like a small village, Fort Victor-Emmanuel invites you to stroll through its labyrinthine alleys. You'll get a glimpse of what it was like to be a soldier in those days as you explore the various buildings that shaped their everyday life: chapel, hospital, gunpowder factory, and even... prison and cemetery! It can't have been fun all the time... But luckily, that's no longer the case, as there are now a wide range of activities on offer at this fortress, truly one of a kind in France.

Embark on a journey to explore the steppe grasslands inhabited by the wild grass known as "marabout". An educational walk for people of any age who are curious about their surroundings. A nature trail that also pairs well with the Esseillon forts. Follow history as you explore a nature trail that has a great deal to teach you. What an thrilling programme! You are about to cross two military forts with memorable names, and a Sardinian cemetery that's come through the ages unscathed. Take your time and look around as you go. Reading is a must on this trail designed for all ages.

A tour through the forest in discovery of the geological and historical heritage

The store to equip your family for your leisure activities: e-MTB rental from size 26 inches, sale and rental of via ferrata / climbing equipment, rental of crampons, 3-wheel strollers, baby carriers, shoes for your hikes. Rental of via ferrata equipment, electrically-assisted mountain bikes, semi-rigid muscle bikes (not suitable for downhill trails), children's mountain bikes, baby carriers and 3-wheel strollers. In your Sport 2000 store, you'll find a wide choice of technical and fashion clothing, footwear and accessories. We also stock swimwear and small pool accessories, camping gear, gas, IGN maps... You'll find brands such as Superdry, Picture, Rossignol, Ragwear, Oxbow, Waxx, Salomon, Odlo, Millet, Montura, Icepeak, Sun Valley, Rip Curl, Scott, Merrel, CMP...

At the start of the Aussois ski lifts, our "resort" shop offers a high quality service and welcome, winter and summer, for all outdoor sports. Ski and snowboard hire (sizes 23 to 52) with a wide choice of ranges: piste, all mountain, freeride, freestyle, touring skis, splitboard... Our shop is a true specialist and passionate practitioner of ski touring, snowboarding and freerando, and is a partner of the guides and ESF for your supervised outings (hire of avalanche transceiver, shovel, probe, ABS bag). Our services: Ski lockers, equipment workshop and maintenance, bootfitting and fitting of boots, shoes and insoles (over 10 years' experience). Sale of mountain accessories and equipment, Pre-purchase test.

Fort Marie-Christine is a lovely restaurant with vaulted rooms, offering local cuisine for your festive meals with family, friends or professionals.

These three small chalets of stone, wood and slate huddled at 2320 m altitude are former alpine chalets fully restored. Centrally located at the Tour of the Vanoise Glaciers and the GR5. Easy access 30 min walk from the arrival of the Grand Jeu chairlift, 1 hour from the Carrière car park, 2 hours around the Plan d'Amont dam. Night, half-board, bivouac, local and "home-made" catering, picnic, drinks, blueberry pies... Terrace with a view of the dams, fountains... New: Panoramic bubbles for an unforgettable night under the starry sky and bivouac area more comfort. We adapt according to sanitary conditions, please respect the barrier gestures during your stay.

Discover the Fournache refuge, overlooking the Plan d'Amont and Plan d'Aval dams at the foot of the Dent Parrachée, at an altitude of 2340m on the edge of the Vanoise National Park and on the GR5. It is primarily a stage on the tour of the glaciers of the Vanoise. The refuge was built in stone, wood and slate in the purest mountain tradition, in place of a former Alpine chalet. The wooden interior offers a modern refuge while maintaining an authentic character. It enjoys an exceptional view over Lake Plan d'Amont and Plan d'Aval.

Located in the area of ​​the Vanoise National Park 2511 meters above sea level, overlooking deductions Plan Downstream and Upstream of Plan above the village of Aussois. From the refuge, you can embark on: Tour of the Vanoise Glaciers with its green balcony, an ice crossing, an iconic summit Dent Parrachée like a rock face (the great Chatelard) ... Or just an afternoon in the sun loungers! Time for a night, you'll also get to savor the atmosphere if special cohabitation aloft in a small space where each sharing the passion of the other.

Next to a magnificent forest of conifers (some 700 years old), the refuge of the Vanoise National Park welcomes everyone (especially the motor and visually handicapped) and informs them about the national park. It is a stage of the GR5.

Welcome to the Lo Tsamou refuge, (the Chamois in patois). Perched at 2060m, it is ideal for a relaxing stopover in the middle of its flora and fauna. Splendid goal for a walk (1h to 1h15 walk), and starting point for many hikes. Surrounded by woods, old stones and antiques, Joseph and Lola welcome you all summer long for a gourmet break or to quench your thirst on the terrace and contemplate a 360° panorama, while sampling local products: cheeses and charcuterie, or Savoyard specialties such as Matouille (tomme fondue, potatoes and charcuterie), pavé de cerf... And if it's snack time: crêpes, tarts (with wild rhubarb, for example), real hot chocolate... Come and spend an unforgettable night, with your children (Label refuge en famille), friends or family, and enjoy an Olympiad: stilts, coordinating skis, tug-of-war, giant skittles, wheelbarrow races, ring games and wood sawing with the passe-partout... Easy access from Bramans: towards St-Pierre d'Extravache RD 100 (5km), stop at the chapel parking lot. Continue on foot along the path signposted Lo Tsamou à Montbas. Alpine pasture without patoos.

A private refuge built in 2014, the 52-seat Lo Tsamou refuge restaurant is entirely self-contained and eco-friendly. It offers panoramic views of the Vanoise and Haute Maurienne peaks. Welcome to the "Lo Tsamou" refuge, "Le Chamois" in local dialect. Perched at 2,060 m, it is a splendid destination for a walk (1h to 1h15) from the church of Saint Pierre d'Extravache, the first church in the Maurienne, a starting point for numerous hikes and a gourmet stopover. Joseph and Lola welcome you all summer and offer you their table. Relax on the terrace and contemplate the scenery while enjoying cheese and charcuterie, or Savoyard specialities such as Matouille (tomme fondue with potatoes and charcuterie), pavé de cerf.... (Meals for all budgets from €10) And if it's snack time: crêpes, tarts (...with wild rhubarb), real hot chocolate... Come and have an unforgettable time: stilts, coordination skis, tug-of-war, giant skittles, wheelbarrow races, ring games and wood sawing with a skeleton key. This last game is very funny: you have to saw a tree trunk with this big traditional two-person saw called passe-partout, and it's timed! Easy access from Bramans: head for St-Pierre d'Extravache RD 100 (5km), stop at the chapel parking lot. Continue on foot along the path signposted Lo Tsamou à Montbas. Alpine pasture without patoos. Special meals (gluten-free, vegetarian, pork-free, vegan, allergies) are no problem, as long as you let us know as soon as possible!

Located in the heart of the Parc National de la Vanoise, at 2350 m altitude, the refuge of Fond d'Aussois awaits you in a unique and peaceful environment. Refuge camped on a ridge, itself located in a valley at 2350 meters altitude. Several peaks around, face off, south, between the tip and the Ambin culminating Scolette to 3508 meters, the Longe Coast in the middle. - Provision for restoration of biological or locally - A single refueling by helicopter and the rest on the back.

A traditional house, one of the oldest in the village, which used to house men and animals. Through the testimonies of the inhabitants, discover the life of the mountain community from its agro-pastoral origins to its tourist activity. Famille Plus Montagne" label. "L'Arche d'Oé" ("Oé" means Aussois in local dialect) recounts the history of the village through the written and oral testimonies of its inhabitants. Each room in the house has been restored to its original function and layout. Today, Aussoyens and Aussoyennes invite you to come and discover, alone, with family or friends, the life of their mountain community, from its agro-pastoral origins to its current tourist activity. Children's play areas have been set aside for them to discover during their visit. Each week, during the winter and summer tourist seasons, one or more activities are offered during the day or evening: guided tours, butter-making, discovery workshops, snacks, storytelling evenings, etc.

Fort Charles Albert is one of the five Sardinian forts that make up the Esseillon barrier and bear the names of the sovereigns of the Savoy family. These works, built according to the architectural principles of Montalembert, bear witness to an architecture that is unique in France. These stones, raised to repel the enemy, now welcome lovers of strong emotions. Their purpose was to protect the Aussois plateau and the Haute Maurienne. The few barracks still visible can only be admired from the outside. The Esseillon barrier was built at the beginning of the 19th century to protect against French invasions.

Formerly at the heart of the Savoy defensive system, this imposing fort welcomes tourists and foodies. Dominating the Arc valley, Fort Marie-Chrisine is the tallest structure on the Esseillon barrier, made up of five forts. The fort, gateway to the Vanoise National Park, is made up of a gîte and a restaurant. Its free visit allows you to discover a model of the entire site, a very beautiful framework and a presentation of the Vanoise National Park. The barrier of Essseillon is built at the beginning of the XIXth century, to guard against the French invasions. The five Sardinian forts which compose it, bear the names of the sovereigns of the Savoy family. These works, built according to the architectural principles of Montalembert, testify to an architecture unique in France.

Ÿou are now crossing the Plan de la Croix. These flat areas are rare in the mountains and have always been used by the mountain people to harvest hay. These hay meadows are a remarkable habitat for a number of birds that breed only in these areas where large flowers and tall grasses grow. Attune your ears and you may hear the typical singing of the quail, whose mnemotechnical onomatopœia could be “wet-my-lips”. Traditional agricultural practices allow the presence of a large number of flora species, unlike areas of intensive agriculture. The excessive soil improver that enriches the grasslands with nutrients reduces the number of species present. There is now a contest for the best flowering meadows which aims to reward these traditional practices: the meadows of Plan de la Croix have been the winners of this contest.

Very easy to access along the Esseillon Forts tourist route D215, between Aussois and Avrieux, at the Saint-Benoît Chapel. The waterfall, 90 m high, and its small stream will refresh you like a giant mist. Picnic area and grassy beach. Access road closed to all traffic in winter Regulated road in the summer period: only in the direction up to the forts.

The trail you go up crosses the old meadows now colonised by conifers, especially the mountain pine. This pine (Pinus uncinata) takes its name from its cones which carry hooks on the scales. Its dark green needles are joined together in pairs and measure 4 to 8 cm. The mountain pine favours the dry, steep slopes. Ÿou may confuse it with the Scots pine that you will also find along your way.

Discover Fort Victor-Emmanuel in Aussois, Savoie. A cultural visit, a hike, a symbol of history in Haute Maurienne Vanoise. Lose yourself in the maze of this immense fort, built to house a garrison of 1,500 men. The superposition of these eight buildings, hugging the rock, makes this an exceptional site. Wander freely through the fort to discover the parade ground, chapel, bread ovens and penitentiary. A number of via ferrata routes are available from the fort, the most original of which is to start at the fire hydrants and admire the vertiginous Devil's Gorge. The Esseillon barrier was built in the early 19th century to guard against French invasion. The five Sardinian forts that make up the barrier are named after the sovereigns of the Savoy family. Built according to Montalembert's architectural principles, they are unique in France.

Four forts and a redoubt protecting Savoie: a treat for lovers of fortified heritage. Listed as Historic Monuments, the forts are named after the royal family of Piedmont-Sardinia. Erected between 1817 and 1834 against the possible aims of France, the barrier of Esseillon is composed of 5 forts spread over the communes of Aussois and Avrieux. The barrier of Esseillon includes 4 forts and a redoubt which bear the names of members of the Savoy family. They are built on the model of Montalembert which, contrary to Vauban's model, is based on the principle of perpendicular fortifications and cannon towers: - Fort Victor-Emmanuel (Grand Site du Département and Site of Regional Interest, this building has been the subject of a major restoration programme. - Fort Charles-Albert (only two small garrison buildings and the base of a tower remain of this building) - Fort Charles-Felix (destroyed on the orders of Napoleon III, when Savoy became part of France in 1860. Visiting the building is not recommended as it is dangerous. Romantic, the fort is nevertheless admirable from the road). - Fort Marie-Christine (Cultural Centre, gîte d'étape, restaurant, and gateway to the Vanoise National Park, places to visit and occasional activities). - Marie-Thérèse Redoubt (Interpretation Centre of the Fortified Heritage)

If you are interested in prehistory, head to Aussois to visit the new cultural mediation space on the theme of rock engravings at Fort Victor-Emmanuel. On the program: engravings, playful discoveries, immersion space (sound and light) A shop in the reception room of the rock engravings area offers items for sale in partnership with Aussois merchants and craftsmen. Reproductions of flat engravings, fun discoveries with boxes to open to dive into the Neolithic era, immersive space: transport yourself to the Stone Age with sound and images that bring the engravings of the Lozes Archaeological Park to life . Multiple engravings were made on the Lozes site in Aussois by picketing and chiselling the rock, sometimes with hollow effects, most of the time, it seems, with a stone tool. Records, and especially casts to ensure immediate protection of this heritage have been made and stored near Chambéry. We find there, for example, warriors armed with spears or swords, animals already present before the creation of the Parc de la Vanoise. But what is the relationship with Fort Victor-Emmanuel? In reality, through the heritage service of the Department of Savoie, it was imagined to bring the casts made on site closer to their place of design and production. To carry out such a project, it was necessary to rely on the European strategy of PITEM Pa. This "heritage, culture, economy" which responds to the need to preserve and enhance an exceptional cultural heritage. What more remarkable place than Fort Victor-Emmanuel for such a project? The Command building located on the Place d'armes appeared to be the appropriate place for the concrete implementation of such a project. A heritage architecture firm, specializing in this field, was retained in the person of Maria CAMPOS (SILT) in association with a scenography firm (Atelier des Fantasques). As part of the creation of this new space for rock engravings intended for a family audience, the three rooms of the Command building are intended to present the evolution of the Aussois plateau and highlight the rock engravings. of the Haute Maurienne, particularly the Parc des Lozes. After a reception area and a shop, free admission gives access to informative and fun themed rooms that explain the research carried out and the new technologies implemented. Boxes to open for children, presentation films make this route attractive, with flat reproductions of rocks and engravings. The highlight of the Upper Battery represents the high point of the visit to this new cultural facility with an immersive sound and light space dedicated to rock engravings.

As a result of hunting and logging, the deer had all but disappeared from the Savoy forests. Reintroduced between 1958 and 1973, it has adapted remarkably well to the mountain environment to form a fine population. In autumn the mating season, called “the roar” gives rise to spectacular fighting between males, but it is the raucous and powerful cries of the deer that bring the valley to life. The female deer, the hind, generally lives in a family group comprising the fawns born in the most recent year and the previous year´s generation.

Fort Marie-Christine is a lovely restaurant with vaulted rooms, offering local cuisine for your festive meals with family, friends or professionals.

La Guinguette de l'Esseillon, in the heart of the Esseillon forts, close to the via ferrata, the waterfall St Benoit and the doors of the Vanoise National Park, welcomes you to quench your thirst and restore yourself. Snacks : pancakes, Savoyard plates, sweet crepes, ice creams and various drinks, local beers, home made syrup and hot drinks. Books, various magazines and outdoor games for children available.

In a stone and wood chalet, the Grizzli restaurant offers you a fast food service. In summer, soak up the sun on the large terrace overlooking the mountains, while your children enjoy the trampoline and swings, or play table tennis and table soccer.

The refuge welcomes you for family meals during the day. Reservation for lunch Enjoy homemade pastries from the mountain pastures at any time of day! The dormitory is closed this summer for renovation and will reopen next summer. Evening meals are available by prior arrangement.

In the Vanoise national park, enjoy a stunning view and traditionnal dishes.

This stone chalet with fireplace, terrace and large panoramic room overlooking the valley and peaks offers traditional or fast cuisine. Easy gondola access for pedestrians. Possibility of coming by car or bike. Departure point for several hikes at over 2000m altitude. Winter season. At the arrival of the Mélezet cable car.

A private refuge built in 2014, the 52-seat Lo Tsamou refuge restaurant is entirely self-contained and eco-friendly. It offers panoramic views of the Vanoise and Haute Maurienne peaks. Welcome to the "Lo Tsamou" refuge, "Le Chamois" in local dialect. Perched at 2,060 m, it is a splendid destination for a walk (1h to 1h15) from the church of Saint Pierre d'Extravache, the first church in the Maurienne, a starting point for numerous hikes and a gourmet stopover. Joseph and Lola welcome you all summer and offer you their table. Relax on the terrace and contemplate the scenery while enjoying cheese and charcuterie, or Savoyard specialities such as Matouille (tomme fondue with potatoes and charcuterie), pavé de cerf.... (Meals for all budgets from €10) And if it's snack time: crêpes, tarts (...with wild rhubarb), real hot chocolate... Come and have an unforgettable time: stilts, coordination skis, tug-of-war, giant skittles, wheelbarrow races, ring games and wood sawing with a skeleton key. This last game is very funny: you have to saw a tree trunk with this big traditional two-person saw called passe-partout, and it's timed! Easy access from Bramans: head for St-Pierre d'Extravache RD 100 (5km), stop at the chapel parking lot. Continue on foot along the path signposted Lo Tsamou à Montbas. Alpine pasture without patoos. Special meals (gluten-free, vegetarian, pork-free, vegan, allergies) are no problem, as long as you let us know as soon as possible!

Sale of cheeses produced at the Alpine pasture farm. Sweet and savoury snacks served.

Isabelle and Stéphane offer you a little catering: sarrazin pancakes, pancakes, ice cream, Savoyard and local specialties. From the terrace of the chalet, you can observe a magnificent panorama and observe the animals. The vallon de Polset lies at an altitude of 1820 m, in the commune of Modane, in the Parc National de la Vanoise. It can be reached either via the Route de l'Orgère (RD106, commune of Saint André), or via the Chemin d'Amodon (commune of Villarodin-Bourget) and the GR55, Pralognan-la-Vanoise-Modane route.

At lunchtimes and in the evenings, Igor and Clovis offer the traditional “diots” sausages with polenta meal. Full menu: mixed salad, “diots” sausages and polenta, cheese board and dessert.

Original! Sleep and eat in a fortified building on the Esseillon barrier. Restaurant with vaulted rooms, tea room ... with a breathtaking view of all the forts and the valley. Fort Marie-Christine welcomes visitors, hikers, groups, nature and discovery classes. Accommodation in rooms with 3 x 2 bunk beds. A restaurant recommended by gastronomic guides.

These three small chalets of stone, wood and slate huddled at 2320 m altitude are former alpine chalets fully restored. Centrally located at the Tour of the Vanoise Glaciers and the GR5. Easy access 30 min walk from the arrival of the Grand Jeu chairlift, 1 hour from the Carrière car park, 2 hours around the Plan d'Amont dam. Night, half-board, bivouac, local and "home-made" catering, picnic, drinks, blueberry pies... Terrace with a view of the dams, fountains... New: Panoramic bubbles for an unforgettable night under the starry sky and bivouac area more comfort. We adapt according to sanitary conditions, please respect the barrier gestures during your stay.

Discover the Fournache refuge, overlooking the Plan d'Amont and Plan d'Aval dams at the foot of the Dent Parrachée, at an altitude of 2340m on the edge of the Vanoise National Park and on the GR5. It is primarily a stage on the tour of the glaciers of the Vanoise. The refuge was built in stone, wood and slate in the purest mountain tradition, in place of a former Alpine chalet. The wooden interior offers a modern refuge while maintaining an authentic character. It enjoys an exceptional view over Lake Plan d'Amont and Plan d'Aval.

Marine will welcome you in this authentic valley with superbly preserved chalets. Home cooking made with local products. Refuge accessible on foot. Picnics allowed on outdoor and indoor tables. Pets allowed on leash.

Located in the area of ​​the Vanoise National Park 2511 meters above sea level, overlooking deductions Plan Downstream and Upstream of Plan above the village of Aussois. From the refuge, you can embark on: Tour of the Vanoise Glaciers with its green balcony, an ice crossing, an iconic summit Dent Parrachée like a rock face (the great Chatelard) ... Or just an afternoon in the sun loungers! Time for a night, you'll also get to savor the atmosphere if special cohabitation aloft in a small space where each sharing the passion of the other.

Next to a magnificent forest of conifers (some 700 years old), the refuge of the Vanoise National Park welcomes everyone (especially the motor and visually handicapped) and informs them about the national park. It is a stage of the GR5.

Acquired in 1969 by the Vanoise National Park, former residence of EDF workers, the Refuge de l’Orgère is one of the 4 “refuges-portes” (gateway shelters) of Vanoise National Park.

Acquired in 1969 by the Vanoise National Park, former residence of EDF workers, the Refuge de l’Orgère is one of the 4 “refuges-portes” (gateway shelters) of Vanoise National Park.

Welcome to the Lo Tsamou refuge, (the Chamois in patois). Perched at 2060m, it is ideal for a relaxing stopover in the middle of its flora and fauna. Splendid goal for a walk (1h to 1h15 walk), and starting point for many hikes. Surrounded by woods, old stones and antiques, Joseph and Lola welcome you all summer long for a gourmet break or to quench your thirst on the terrace and contemplate a 360° panorama, while sampling local products: cheeses and charcuterie, or Savoyard specialties such as Matouille (tomme fondue, potatoes and charcuterie), pavé de cerf... And if it's snack time: crêpes, tarts (with wild rhubarb, for example), real hot chocolate... Come and spend an unforgettable night, with your children (Label refuge en famille), friends or family, and enjoy an Olympiad: stilts, coordinating skis, tug-of-war, giant skittles, wheelbarrow races, ring games and wood sawing with the passe-partout... Easy access from Bramans: towards St-Pierre d'Extravache RD 100 (5km), stop at the chapel parking lot. Continue on foot along the path signposted Lo Tsamou à Montbas. Alpine pasture without patoos.

Located in the heart of the Parc National de la Vanoise, at 2350 m altitude, the refuge of Fond d'Aussois awaits you in a unique and peaceful environment. Refuge camped on a ridge, itself located in a valley at 2350 meters altitude. Several peaks around, face off, south, between the tip and the Ambin culminating Scolette to 3508 meters, the Longe Coast in the middle. - Provision for restoration of biological or locally - A single refueling by helicopter and the rest on the back.