What to do in autumn at Aussois
Walks in the Vanoise National Park
The flamboyant forests and alpine pastures ofAussois are an ideal playground for hikers. Belvederes, the large lakes of Plan d'Amont and Plan d'Aval, easily accessible from the village, and accessible trails allow you to discover the mountain in a different way in autumn.
Les refuges ne sont pas gardés à cette époque mais certains restent accessibles avec une partie ouverte à tous (refuge du Fond d’Aussois ou de la Parrachée). Il est ainsi possible de passer la nuit sur place pour une expérience conviviale, insolite et haute montagne !
Buses in autumn
Transport on demandThis autumn, take advantage of a new bus service to get around Haute Maurienne Vanoise. Booking required.
Cycling and Alpine passes
Aussois est un point de départ privilégié pour explorer les grands cols de la région à proximité immédiate du village : Mont-Cenis, Iseran ou Galibier. Des cols mythiques qui sont généralement ouverts jusqu’à début novembre. Les cyclistes confirmés prendront plaisir à arpenter les lacets au milieu des mélèzes dorés.
As for mountain bikers, theAussois itineraries between the dams and the village offer great thrills. And teenagers and children can try out the new fun trails near the village.
Esseillon Heritage and Forts
You can't come to Aussois without visiting its exceptional heritage: the Forts de l'Esseillonbuilt in the 19th century, bear witness to the turbulent history of the frontier. The site is also renowned for its accrobranche coursespectacular zip lines and and via ferrata routesaccessible all year round in the vertiginous gorges du Diable.
Dans le village, profitez aussi d’un séjour automnal pour visiter l’église baroque et le musée de l’Arche d’Oé qui retrace l’histoire du village et sa culture montagnarde.
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.
Aussois : autumn in the sun
A family-friendly, authentic village resort, Aussois in autumn appeals as much to nature lovers as to culture and sport enthusiasts. On the sunny side, Aussois is an ideal location for an autumn mountain break in Savoie, in the heart of Haute Maurienne Vanoise.
And to make the most of it, discover the best-of autumn activities in Haute Maurienne Vanoise.