What to do in autumn at Aussois
Walk in the Vanoise National Park and sleep in a refuge
The Plan d'Amont parking lot, located near the village ofAussois, is an ideal starting point for exploring the trails of the Vanoise National Park.
Easily accessible to hikers (parking at the dam), this site offers breathtaking panoramic views of the mountains and high altitude lakes. Right from the start, you'll be immersed in a unique Alpine setting: surrounded by the majestic peaks and turquoise waters of the Plan d'Amont and Plan d'Aval dams.
There are many marked trails to choose from: family walks, sporting day hikes or even mountaineering routes. Among the most popular itineraries is the walk to the refuges of la Parrachée or Fond d'Aussois.
The refuges are not manned in autumn, but remain accessible, with a section open to all. This means you can spend the night for a friendly, unusual, high-mountain experience!
For those looking for a more accessible hike, the trail around the Lac du Plan d'Amont is perfect for enjoying the reflection of the mountains in the water.
Mountain biking
Departing fromAussois, several mountain bike circuits allow you to discover the natural wealth of the resort, while enjoying the thrills of this activity.
The Fort Marie-Thérèsefor example, with its gentle slopes and panoramic views over the Haute Maurienne Vanoise valley, is an ideal route.
For the more adventurous, the routes leading to the Plan d'Amont and Plan d'Aval dams offer more intense challenges. A little effort on the way up (the lifts are out of action in autumn!), but a lot of fun on the way down. With routes at different levels, such as the blue ofEvita Carnéathe red Moulinator or, for the most experienced riders, the black Les Barrages.
Paragliding over Aussois
Paragliding is the ideal way to experience unique sensations and contemplate the breathtaking scenery of Haute Maurienne Vanoise from the air. Whether you're a novice or already familiar with free flight, an introduction to paragliding at Aussois this autumn promises unforgettable moments.
Accompanied by an experienced instructor, you can take off in complete safety if you're a novice, and enjoy an exceptional panoramic view of the valley's landscapes, high-altitude lakes and autumn-colored forests.
In autumn, Aussois also hosts the DTour event an unmissable event for paragliding and thrill-seekers. A gathering of paragliding enthusiasts of all levels, offering demonstrations, initiations, long-distance flights and the chance to fly in a friendly, festive atmosphere.
An evening by the fire?
What better way to create a unique atmosphere at the end of the day than with an open fire when you're back from an autumn stroll? Discover our selection of the most beautiful apartments and chalets with fireplaces at Aussois. And at this time of year, you'll also benefit from very competitive rates.
Discover the benefits of plants
In autumn, the forest takes on a thousand hues of yellow, red, brown and green. And, like the rest of the year, it also offers its benefits.
Accompanied by Thierry, a passionate guide, you can not only discover trees and plants but also recharge your batteries on a sensitive and energetic outingbetween botany and sylvotherapy.
With Bénédicte, also a guide, you can head off into the forest or the mountain pastures. In particular, she can help groups discover culinary and medicinal plants, and even prepare a sweet and savoury snack using local produce and plants harvested in the village!
Enjoy the Forts de l'Esseillon: accrobranche, tyrolienne and via ferrata
thrills and outdoor adventure. The site is renowned for its accrobranche coursespectacular zip lines and via ferrata itinerariesaccessible all year round in the vertiginous gorges du Diable.
And don't miss a visit to the Victor-Emmanuel, the most impressive of the Esseillon barrier structures. And on the other side of the river, past the vertiginous Pont du Diable, you can also visit the the Marie-Thérèse Redoubt. A museum space that also offers games escapes.
Climbing, cross-country skiing, land art...
Aussoisand the whole of Haute Maurienne Vanoise, offer activities and cultural discoveries all year round. Climbing at Le Croé, on the Esseillon side or in the heart of the Vanoise National Park, visit the Arche d'Oé museum or the village church... Or, just next door, trampoline and games for children in Val Cenis and cross-country skiing from November in Bessansthe 1st ski resort to open in France!
