Back hike

Hiking at the Refuge du FondAussois Stage 2 - From the Refuge du FondAussois the Carrière parking lot

Aussois
© Hiking at the Refuge du FondAussois  Stage 2 - From the Refuge du FondAussois the Carrière parking lot - K. Mandray

This gentle escapade is an ideal way to try out roaming in the Vanoise National Park. Skirting the rhododendron-lined Lac de Plan d'Amont, it takes you into the heart of the Fond d'Aussois valley, where the refuge nestles.

Additional welcome

"Refuge en Famille" label. You must book your overnight stay at a refuge in advance. Stay on the trails and follow the signs, and take your trash with you.

Environments

  • Lake view
  • Mountain location
  • In a nature reserve
  • Presence of livestock and guard dogs

Rates

Free access.

Itinerary

  • Distance 4.8 km
  • Route type One-way ticket
  • Elevation gain 144m
  • Negative gradient 463m
  • Daily duration 01h45
  • Signposted itinerary Yes
  • Beaconing accuracy yellow signs PNV
  • Nature of the land Ground, Not suitable for strollers
  • Maximum altitude 2333m

Opening period

This route is accessible outside of snow season and is subject to favorable weather conditions. Check the local weather forecast in real time up until the day of your departure. Information on trail and hut access conditions is available from the tourist office.

Additional opening

  • Subject to favorable weather

  • Subject to snow conditions

Location

Departure from the FondAussois mountain hutAussois accessible only on foot

Animals

Pets allowed : No

Pets are not allowed in the Vanoise National Park.

Guidebook with maps/step-by-step

  • 2/ From the refuge, retrace your steps to the crossroads. Turn left toward Refuge de la Fournache. The trail continues gradually downhill to the base of the dam.

Hiking at the Refuge du FondAussois Stage 2 - From the Refuge du FondAussois the Carrière parking lot
FondAussois Mountain Hut 73500 Aussois
  • Distance 4.8 km
  • Daily duration 01h45
  • Elevation gain 144m
  • Negative gradient 463m
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