Mount Thabor 3-Day Hike - Stage 2 - From the Thabor Shelter to the Washhouse

Treat yourself to a wild change of scenery in the high mountains, with their majestic mineral landscapes. You're close to the border with Italy, and if you've ever dreamed of doing a 3,000 m but never dared? Then Le Thabor is waiting for you!

Additional welcome

You must book your overnight stay at a mountain hut in advance. Stay on the trails, follow the signs, and take your trash with you.

Environments

• Mountain view
• Mountain location
• Panoramic view

Rates

Free access.

Itinerary

• Distance 7.8 km
• Route type One-way ticket
• Elevation gain 192m
• Negative gradient 781m
• Daily duration 01h15
• Signposted itinerary Yes
• Beaconing accuracy Departmental yellow and red/white (GR) markings
• Nature of the land Ground, Not suitable for strollers
• Maximum altitude 2490m

Opening period

This route is accessible outside of snow season and is subject to favorable weather conditions. Check the local weather forecast in real time up until the day of departure.

Additional opening

• Subject to favorable weather

• Subject to snow conditions

Location

Depart from the Thabor refuge to the Lavoir parking lot, the starting point of your hike.

Animals

Pets allowed : Yes

Pets allowed with supplement: No

Pets are allowed on this route.

Guidebook with maps/step-by-step

• 2/ From the refuge, the trail enters the Combe Grande Montagne and gradually descends toward the Mounioz chalets, before reaching the Plan and then the Lavoir.