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.
The refuges are unguarded at this time of year, but some are still accessible, with a section open to all(Fond d'Aussois or La Parrachéerefuges ). This means you can spend the night for a convivial, unusual and high-mountain experience!
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 is an ideal starting point for exploring the region's major mountain passes in the immediate vicinity of the village: Mont-Cenis, Iseran and Galibier. These legendary passes are generally open until early November. Experienced cyclists will enjoy winding their way through the golden larch trees.
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.
Dry Tooling Contest
Chaque automne, ne manquez pas le grand rendez-vous automnal entre Aussois et La Norma ! Le Dry Tooling Contest se déroule début octobre à la Hell Cave, dans les gorges du Diable, au pied de la station.
Au programme : une compétition spectaculaire mêlant escalade et techniques d’alpinisme, dans une ambiance conviviale et festive. Que vous soyez passionné d’escalade ou simple spectateur, cet événement insolite est une occasion unique de découvrir la grimpe autrement.
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. As it does all year round, 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 Bénédicteyou can head off into the forest or alpine pastures to discover culinary and medicinal plants. And on the way back: a sweet and savoury snack based on local produce and plants harvested around 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.
In the village, take advantage of an autumn break to visit the Baroque church and the Arche d'Oé museum, which traces the history of the village and its mountain culture.
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.
