1.3 km away
Tour of the Pointe du Chardonnet
A combination of the Tignes Resort and the heart of the national park. The contrast is amazing but telling of the history of the Vanoise.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 13 km
- Ascent
- 793 m
- Descent
- 793 m
GR55 / GR5/TGV/GRP tour de la Haute Maurienne
Espace Killy
Tignes and Val d'Isère
Vanoise Massif
Trek de 6 jours en Vanoise
Hiking Difficult
- Distance
- 152 km
- Ascent
- 8.2 km
- Descent
- 8.2 km
- Duration
- 1 day +
- Low Point
- 1.4 km
- High Point
- 3 km
- Gradient
- 14˚
This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's very remote, it features high exposure and is typically done between June and September. From a low point of 1.4 km to the maximum altitude of 3 km, the route covers 152 km, 8206 vertical metres of ascent and 8206 vertical metres of descent.
Description
gr55 jusqu'à refuge de l'Orgère, col de la masse, gr5 jusqu'à Bonneval, retour par col des Fours
Difficulty
Difficult
Hiking trails where obstacles such as rocks or roots are prevalent. Some obstacles can require care to step over or around. At times, the trail can be worn and eroded. The grade of the trail is generally quite steep, and can often lead to strenuous hiking.
High Exposure
Some trail sections have exposed ledges or steep ascents/descents where falling could cause serious injury.
Remoteness
Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.
Best time to visit
Features
- Alpine
- Wildlife
- Picturesque
- Summit Hike
- Wild flowers
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1.3 km away
Palafour Lift Hike
Instead of riding the lift, follow this hike to reach the top of the Palafour Lift and extend the Aiguille Percée hike.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 2.2 km
- Ascent
- 462 m
- Descent
- 0 m
1.3 km away
Via Alpina: Tignes Lake to Leisse Refuge
From the shores of Tignes Lake, pass two Cols on your way to the peaceful refuge below Grande Motte.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 12 km
- Ascent
- 701 m
- Descent
- 306 m
1.3 km away
Via Alpina: Tignes Lake to Le Monal
A lovely route with lakes, a dam, traditional alpine hamlets, and beautiful views of Mount Pourri.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 15 km
- Ascent
- 731 m
- Descent
- 951 m
1.5 km away
Pointe de Fresse / Ice Tignes
A true alpine experience with high exposure along the Tovière ridge.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 1.8 km
- Ascent
- 59 m
- Descent
- 169 m
2.1 km away
L'Aiguille Percée
A hike to one of the best geological curiosities in Vanoise National Park: the "eye of the needle" and a spectacular high alpine ridgeline trail.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 4.7 km
- Ascent
- 199 m
- Descent
- 662 m
5.1 km away
Aiguille de la Grande Sassière Summit
This summit climb provides a high alpine challenge along a ridgeline beside Sassière glacier, with stunning views the entire route.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 22 km
- Ascent
- 2.1 km
- Descent
- 2.1 km
6 km away
Le Fornet -> Col de la Bailletta -> Passage de Picheru
A stunning and strenuous round circuit through the Bailletaz Nature Reserve, passing above the glacial Lac de la Sassière.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 17 km
- Ascent
- 1.4 km
- Descent
- 1.4 km
6 km away
Col de la Madeleine and Lac d'Ouillette
Discover Lac d'Ouillette, hidden from view from the Val d'Isere resort and onwards to a remote, rugged Col.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 15 km
- Ascent
- 961 m
- Descent
- 961 m
6.8 km away
Col des Fours from Manchet
This hike towards the Col and Lake Grand Fond in Vanoise National Park offers a superb view of the glaciers, the peaks, and a beautiful lake.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 13 km
- Ascent
- 1.1 km
- Descent
- 1.1 km
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Guidebooks in this area
8 routes · Hiking
Top Hikes: Enjoy Summer in Tignes and Val D’Isere
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Scenic Hikes Around Tignes and Val d'Isère
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