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Trail de la randolière
Take to the heights effortlessly for a taste of extraordinary variety Forest,
alpine pastures, valley of geological wonders and views of prestigious
peaks... Myriad landscapes await you for an easy introduction to hiking.
Description
As the fascinating blue waters of the Plan d'Amont lake (upstream of the
dam) wink at you, Râteau d'Aussois and Pointe de l'Échelle watch over you,
unphased, lost in contemplation.
Why stop now when things are going so well? Keep going till you get to the
Fournache torrent and listen carefully... Can you hear that whistle, echoing
through the valley? That's Lady Marmot, announcing your arrival to the rest
of her crew.
Adventure is calling you and you feel like spending a night at La Fournache
refuge.
Or maybe at the Plan Sec refuge. It could be a good idea to start with a
meal there, so as to scout out the place. Just imagine waking up amid those
remote alpine pastures and imposing rocky mountains!
But, for now, you can just settle down on the soft grassy slopes and take your
time lazing in the sunshine, as you're returning via the chairlifts.
Equipment
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Parking nearby
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Trail road
Additional welcome
1/ How is trail running time calculated?
Trail times are calculated on the basis of reference paces for a regular runner who practices running on average 1 or 2 times a week.
600m/h ascent
900m/h ascent on descent
9km/h on the flat
2/ Using GPX tracks
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
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Mountain view
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Presence of livestock and guard dogs
Rates
Free access.
Opening period
From 01/07 to 01/09.
Closed on Saturday.
Accessible by ski lift in summer only.
Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.
Additional opening
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Subject to favorable weather
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Subject to snow conditions
Spoken languages
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French
Location
The hike starts at the top of the Grand Jeu chairlift.
By bus: Line S52 - Maison d'Aussois stop
By car: park in the parking lot near the chairlift departure point.
Documents
Animals
Pets allowed : Yes
Pets allowed with supplement: No
Pets allowed on leash only.
Ski lift not accessible to pets.
Guidebook with maps/step-by-step
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To guide you in the field, consult the "step-by-step" directional diagram provided in pdf.
