Snowshoeing itinerary: Les Ânes

Departing from the heart of the Valfréjus resort, the loop climbs through the forest to an altitude of 1,855 m. The effort is quickly rewarded by superb views of Pointe Rénod (3,368 m) and the high peaks of the Maurienne.

Description

. A demanding but captivating itinerary, where you can fully appreciate the wild beauty and alpine atmosphere of Valfréjus.

Additional welcome

Find out about weather conditions and avalanche risk before you set off (weather services, mountain rescue services, professionals, tourist office...).
Equipment and clothing must be adapted to the forecast.
Postpone your activity if the weather forecast is poor. Follow safety instructions and do not venture off the marked routes in winter.

Environments

• Mountain view
• Mountain location
• 10 - 20 min from a train station by car
• Less than 10 minutes from a bus stop on foot

Rates

Free access.

Itinerary

• Distance 4.5km
• Route type LOOP
• Elevation gain 320m
• Negative gradient 320m
• Daily duration 03h00
• Signposted itinerary Yes
• Beaconing accuracy Signposted route n°4
• Nature of the land Non-groomed itinerary
• Maximum altitude 1855m

Opening period

From 15/12 to 01/04 daily.

Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

Additional opening

• Subject to favorable weather

• Subject to snow conditions

Location

As hazards may occur at any time on the routes, the GPX tracks provided are not contractual. They are provided for information only. Riders use them at their own risk, depending on their level of technological proficiency and their understanding of the terrain.

Documents

• Snowshoeing itinerary: Les Ânes_Valfréjus (pdf)

Animals

Pets allowed : Yes

Pets allowed with supplement: No

Out of respect for wildlife and skiers, please keep your dog on a lead.

Guidebook with maps/step-by-step

• 1/ From the Valfréjus Tourist Office, head towards the center of the resort, then take the stairs on the left to reach the Chemin d'Arrondaz. Continue up to La Ramoure via Petit Arrondaz.
  2/ 0 h 30 - At the intersection, continue uphill on the wide path. At the next crossroads, turn left and cross the blue Escargot track. Continue uphill to reach the next crossroads.
  3/ 0 h 45 - At this crossroads, follow the path as it winds its way up through the forest and open areas below the Arrondaz gondola. At the highest point, 1,740 m above sea level, a panoramic view opens up over the peaks of Haute Maurienne Vanoise.
  4/ 1 h 45 - From this high point, start the descent on the wide groomed path to the next junction.
  5/ 2 h 10 - At this junction, turn left and enter the forest. Follow the narrow path between the pines to rejoin the blue Escargot trail. Cross it, then follow its downhill edge before forking right and continuing to the next crossroads.
  to the next junction.
  6/ 2 h 40 - From this crossroads, follow the same route as before down to the Tourist Office.
  7/ 3 h - Valfréjus Tourist Office .