Snowshoeing itinerary: The dams

The Barrages route descends gently, gradually revealing superb views of the reservoirs and hydroelectric structures of Aussois.

Description

Along the way, a waterfall of ice catches the eye, reminding us of the constant presence of water in these high-altitude landscapes. Here, torrents, lakes and dams bear witness to the way in which this precious resource is preserved and transformed. A walk that invites us to look at the mountains differently, both in their natural beauty and in the ingenuity they inspire.

Additional welcome

Find out about weather conditions and avalanche risk before you set off (weather services, mountain rescue services, professionals, tourist office...).
Equipment and clothing must be adapted to the forecast.
Postpone your activity if the weather forecast is poor. Respect safety instructions and do not venture off the marked routes in winter.

Environments

• Mountain view
• Mountain location
• 20 - 30 min from a train station by bike
• Less than 10 minutes from a bus stop on foot

Rates

Free access. The tour is free, but a valid lift pass is required to use the lifts.

Itinerary

• Distance 5.8km
• Route type One-way ticket
• Elevation gain 10m
• Negative gradient 660m
• Daily duration 02h45
• Signposted itinerary Yes
• Beaconing accuracy Signposted route no. 8
• Nature of the land Non-groomed itinerary
• Maximum altitude 2185m

Opening period

From 15/12 to 01/04 daily.

Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

Additional opening

• Subject to favorable weather

• Subject to snow conditions

Location

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

Documents

• Snowshoeing itinerary: The dams_Aussois (pdf)

Animals

Pets allowed : No

Pets are not allowed on the lifts.

Guidebook with maps/step-by-step

• 1/ At the top of the Grand Jeu chairlift, turn left and follow the downhill ski slope, keeping a watchful eye on the side. Then cross the slopes to reach two small slope service huts.
  2/ 0 h 10 - From the huts, take the groomed path that winds down to a viewpoint, passing through the Carrière 1 parking lot and then Plan d'Aval.
  3/ 1 h - After enjoying the view and discovering the local information, continue on the downhill groomed path. After the two hairpins, fork right to enter the forest and reach the intersection at altitude 1820, at the foot of the ski slope.
  4/ 1 h 45 - Cross the piste, then follow it for a few metres in the opposite direction to the skiers. The itinerary continues to igzag between forest and clearings, joining a ski run in the hairpin bend.
  5/ 2 h 30 - From this hairpin bend, follow the piste with care. Continue through two hairpins, then turn right at the last one to reach the finish.
  6/ 2 h 45 - Maison d'Aussois .