Back hike

Hike to the Fournache Shelter

Aussois
© Randonnée Aussois - JL Rigaux - MO OT 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.

Additional welcome

The duration of hiking trails is calculated using reference paces: 300 m/h ascent, 500 m/h descent and 4 km/h on the flat.

As hazards may occur at any time on the routes, the GPX tracks provided are not contractual. They are given for information only. Riders use them at their own risk, depending on their level of technological proficiency and their understanding of the terrain.

Environments

  • Lake view
  • Mountain view
  • Mountain location
  • Close to GR footpath
  • 10 - 20 min from a train station by car
  • Less than 10 minutes from a bus stop on foot

Rates

Admission is free, but a transportation fee applies. A chairlift ticket is required in addition.

Itinerary

  • Distance 2.7km
  • Route type One-way ticket
  • Elevation gain 240m
  • Negative gradient 240m
  • Daily duration 03h30
  • Signposted itinerary Yes
  • Beaconing accuracy At the arrival of the chairlift, follow the sign GR5
  • Nature of the land Ground, Suitable for all terrain strollers
  • Maximum altitude 2390m

Opening period

Daily from June 22 to August 30.
Accessible via the Grand Jeu chairlift; please check opening days and times.

Weather permitting.

Additional opening

  • Subject to favorable weather

Location

By bus: Line S52-53 – "MaisonAussois" stop.
By car: Park near the MaisonAussois the parking lot at the base of the slope.

Animals

Pets allowed : No

Pets are not allowed on the lifts.

Hike to the Fournache Shelter
Top of the Grand Jeu chairlift 43 Route des Barrages 73500 Aussois
  • Distance 2.7km
  • Daily duration 03h30
  • Elevation gain 240m
  • Negative gradient 240m
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