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Col de la Lose: great corner between two countries

Tignes and Val d'Isère

Between two countries and two National Parks

Hiking Moderate

Distance
13 km
Ascent
998 m
Descent
998 m
Duration
4-5 hrs
Low Point
2.1 km
High Point
3 km
Gradient
13˚
Col de la Lose: great corner between two countries Map

ENGLISH | FRANÇAIS | ESPAÑOL

Description

EN:

Following the Isère river will take altitude to a high col located on the French and Italian border (col de la Loze) that is also the common point between the National Parks of La Vanoise and Gran Paradiso. Breathtaking views and true alpine sensations.

FR:

Un itinéraire incontournable au cœur du Parc National de la Vanoise pour arriver à la frontière entre la France et l’Italie et contempler la beauté du Parc italien de Gran Paradiso depuis un col magnifique (Col de la Lose). Une route super variée et belle depuis le premier moment.

ES:

Ruta muy variada y de gran belleza e interés, incluyendo el paso por una garganta del río Isère, el refugio de Prariond y varios parajes de alta montaña electrizantes. El collado final te situará entre Francia e Italia y sus respectivos Parques Nacionales (La Vanoise y Gran Paradiso).

More info and additional pictures here: https://www.nevasport.com/eMotion365/art/61096/vacaciones-valdIsere-alpes-en-verano/

Difficulty

Moderate

Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be present.

Medium Exposure

2 out of 4

The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.

Remoteness

1 out of 4

Close to help in case of emergency.

Best time to visit

between July and September

Features

  • Alpine
  • Wildlife
  • Picturesque
  • Summit Hike

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