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BOURG SAINT MAURICE ............. +33 (0)4 79 07 12 57

LES CHAPIEUX INFO POINT ...... +33 (0)4 79 37 94 07

ARC 1600 ....................................... +33 (0)4 79 07 70 70

ARC 1800 ........................................ +33 (0)4 79 07 6 1 1 1

ARC 1950 ........................................ +33 (0)4 79 08 81 58

ARC 2000 ....................................... +33 (0)4 79 07 13 78

PEISEY VALLANDRY .................... +33 (0)4 79 07 94 28

PEISEY VILLAGE ........................... +33 (0)4 79 07 88 67

SKI LIFTS ....................................... +33 (0)4 79 04 24 00

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To ensure the mountains remain an enjoyment for everyone, some good habits and practices are essential.Mountain walking requires careful planning and using a map and compass is highly recommended. This map gives a good general idea of the available footpaths and itineraries. More detailed maps can be obtained from the IGN (the French equivalent of OS maps) Please note some routes may occasionally be obstructed by snow or inaccessible due to adverse weather conditions.SAFETY PRECAUTIONS• Avoid setting out alone and always tell someone where

you are going and what time you expect to return. • Don’t forget to carry drinks and food and take

regular breaks. • Take care when crossing mountain bike trails. • The bike routes are not accessible to pedestrians. • Respect the environmentEQUIPMENT• Always be suitably equipped for the mountains

with good boots or shoes, sun glasses, sun cream, waterproof, hat.

• Make sure children are suitably kitted out.• Carry a backpack with extra layers, food and drink • Poles are recommended to improve balance

and stability.

Notable site, panoramic view

Museum / Local produce outlet

Church and chapel

Fauna

Flora

Orchards

Cycle track

Funicular

Shuttle bus

Chalet-refuge

Information - Tourist Office

Mountain restaurant

Lake (fishing permit required)

Swimming pool

Tennis court

Para-gliding

Golf

Equestrian Centre

Orientation table and theme signposts

Roller-blade track

Rafting, canoeing

Rock climbing, via ferrata

Adventure course

Campsite

Tour of Mont Blanc

Long distance footpaths

Starting points for walks

Other paths

All-terrain pushchairs

PREPARATIONS

TOURIST OFFICES

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Publication manager: Les Arcs - Bourg Saint Maurice in conjunction with Peisey VallandryGraphic design: nanofactory.fr – Printing: Edelweiss – Map content design: Kaliblue – Photo credits: AB Tourisme / ADS / Agence Merci / J.-M. Chevronnet / S. Dunajev / S. Fayolle / T. Lacour / OT Peisey-Vallandry / M. Reyboz – Document non contractual – Do not drop on the public way

WALKING ROUTESSUMMER

2018

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Walking map with over 60 marked routes on the slopes of Les Arcs and Le Soleil.On sale in the various tourist offices of Les Arcs, Bourg Saint Maurice / Peisey Vallandry

CARTE RANDO… THE 2018 UPDATE !

> STARTING IN BOURG SAINT MAURICE

Sentier des Vergers 61Take the D220 to Hauteville Gondon. Park in the church carpark.Take the track on the left as far as La Chale. Go through the village as far as the second water trough. Go through the orchard as far as the forest and take the path going downhill. Follow the yellow signposts for “Sentiers des Vergers” and “Vergers de la Bassaltière”. Return by the green path leading to the Les Illets paraglider landing zone. On reaching Landry, turn right, carry on and take the path leading to the church.

3h30 785m/750m YellowVisit the village of La Chale and the apple museum. A lovely walk suitable for families through old orchards and mountain grasslands finishing at the Grand Verger de Tarentaise with picnic area and info boards.

Chapelle Notre-Dame de Tout-Pouvoir 21

D84/Route de Montrigon, cross Montrigon bridge and follow the path leading to the chapel « Notre-Dame de Tout Pouvoir » carry on unitl “Lieu Dit La Ravoir” then continue to Hauteville Gondon. Return via La Ravoire. As you leave the village follow the road to “Le Replatet” and descend to the left following the direction of Notre Dame du Tout Pouvoir.

30mn 810m/910m YellowEasy path with a panoramic view of the hamlets on the Versant du Solieil. Timetables for guided tours and opening times available from the tourist office in Bourg St Maurice.

Vulmix 44 D86 take the road to Vulmix. At the fork near the first building follow the road, cross the bridge, take the track going down to the left, then follow the yellow signs all the way to Vulmix. 45mn 850m/1020m Yellow An easy route leading to Vulmix and the Saint Grat chapel.

Chapelle Saint-Michel 45 Start form La Rossiere de Bourg St Maurice or from Le Replatet 1h 850m/1340m Yellow A beautiful circuit to the Chapel St Michel with stunning views of Les Arcs and the Vanoise peaks. (Chapel is closed to the public)

Les Cinq Lacs46

At the Cooperative Laitière roundabout, head for the Cormet de Roseland. After le Chatelard, turn left towards Les Echines Dessus, then Fort du Truc, then follow the vehicle track (narrow and unsurfaced in parts). Park in the Fort de la Platte car park. Return by the same track or by the Les Sapieux valley.

4h A/R 1993m/2530m Yellow

A fantastic walk in a magnificent setting surrounded by glacial lakes.

47 Alternative route: Park at the Pont du Moulin and access the “5 lacs” (5 lakes) by Val Sapieux, return by heading for the “Fort de 2000” then head back down in the direction of the Pont du Moulin car park. 5h 810m/2530m Yellow

Sentier balcon des Sources de l’Arbonne 6

Start from the La Tuile de Vulmix car park. Head for the Arbone Forrest, the Vogel waterfall, then the Lanceval alpine pasture (boundary marker ONF 87) follow the drover’s road, cross the Nant Blanc mountain stream, then le Chapelet and Le Céré (1800m) Carry on as far as Grand Champ. Turn right across the field to reach the ruined village of Nant. Climb up towards the Chalet d’Echaillon (1482m) After descending for 30 mins cross the Arbone and continue on the forest track.

4h 1304m/1994m Yellow

A winding path under the shade of Larch and Spruce trees. The Chappelle Saint Grat nestled within the little village of Vulmix, has spectacular wall paintings depicting the life of Saint Grat, protector of the harvest. Marvelous views over the Upper Tarerntaise valley.

> STARTING FROM SÉEZ (N90 TOWARDS SÉEZ)

Séez par les Marais 43 Starting from the playground near the Arc-en-Ciel car park, after the bridge take the track on the left towards the Camping Indigo. Cross the road towards the hamlet of Trèves and the Filature Arpin woolen mill. 1h 810m/865m Yellow A walk through the Marais forest between Bourg st Maurice and Séez. Check

the notice boards for info on the local ecosystem.

Circuit de la Comtesse Cécile 58

Start from the Recluse bridge opposite the campsite at the entrance to Séez. Follow the path “les traces des Ducs de Savoi”, then St Germain on the Roman road by way of the Le Mont Bridge, le Mont Vilaret and Le Cottier. Follow the tarmac St Germain road by the roman road. Head for the mill, leave the road and go left before the water trough and head for the Les Brochères Forrest. Follow the path to the ruins and pass in front of the La Croix de Champ Plan.

2h30 900m/1335m Yellow Keep an eye out for the Moulin de St Germain, the Les Bouchers woods and the village game and wildlife reserve.

Sentier des Hameaux 59Start from the Mairie and go up the rue Saint Jean Baptiste, then follow the signs as far as the secondary road. At the Le Breuil cross, follow the Rue du Moulin. Go as far as the hamlet of Le Breuil, go to the chapel and take the track on the right. Leave the hamlet of Plan David heading for Le Noyeray. Cross the secondary road towards La Ferme D’Angel and head for Le Villard Dessus. Go in front of the Auberge Val Jolie and carry on as far as the rue du Barillon. Return to Séez by following the signposts.

1h30 - 2h 900m/1100m Yellow After Le Noyeray on the right, you will come across a park with deer belonging to a local resident.

Sentier des Écureuils 60Start from the tourist office, take the Les Epinois track to the right passing below the Les Pénitents car park. Go as far as Les Chevres bridge, cross the bridge over to the left bank. Follow the bank of the river Iser, then head for the Auberge de Jeunesse (youth hostel) from the Longefoy bridge. Head for the “repaire des écureuil” (the squirrels hideout) and then climb the path towards the Plan de la Tine forrest. Head downhill towards the Les Chevres bridge. Return by the same route.

2h 900m/1073m Yellow Footpath through the Malgovert Forrest of pine, spruce and larch trees. The river Iser is full of brown Mediterranean trout.

> STARTING FROM THE CHAPIEUX VALLEY (D902 TOWARDS VALLÉE DES CHAPIEUX - CORMET DE ROSELEND)Col du Grand Fond et lac de Presset 49 Head for the Cormet du Roseland. From the Cormet du Roseland Car Park, take the EDF road running through the combe de la

Nueva. Cross the stream. A mound of stones marks the end of the route. 3h 1967m/2671m Yellow A high altitude trail with fantastic views from the Col du Grand Fond over the Mont Blanc range, the Aiguille des Glaciers, the Nova and the Pierra Menta.

Col de la Croix du Bonhomme 48 Head for les Chapieux. From the Les Chapieux car park, take the track starting beside the Auberge de la Nova which winds across

the slope. Follow the route to the Chalets de la Raja, and the Chalets de Plan Varraro, then take the Tour du Mont Blanc route. 3h 1550m/2443m Yellow A route through alpine pastures dotted with montagnette cottages and flocks of sheep and cows with stunning views over the Chapieux valley.

Lac de Mya 50Head for Les Chapieux. From the Les Chapieux car park, take the track starting opposite the Auberge de la Nova which winds across the slopes. Follow the route for the tour of the Mont Blanc past the Chalets de le Raja head for the electricity pylon then go left towards the Chalet du Petit Mont Blanc. Follow the track as far as the col.

3h 1550m/2400m YellowA fantastic walk on the very edge of the Mont Blanc massif on the tour of the Mont Blanc. Stunning views over the Aiguille des Glaciers and the Chapieux Valley.

Refuge Robert Blanc 53Head for Les Chapieux and La Ville des Glaciers either by the Glacier path or the shuttle bus. Park in the Les Lanchettes car park. The track starts to the left of the Les Lanchettes shepheard’s hut and climbs up to the footbridge. Cross and follow the stream towards La Moraine. Turn right towards the red rocks and the refuge.

2h30 1950m/2750m Yellow The Robert Blanc refuge is surrounded by stunning views over the Mont blanc range and the Vanoise.

Col de la Seigne 51 Head for Les Chapieux and the Ville des Glaciers either by the glacier path or the shuttle bus. Park in the Ville des Glaciers car park. Take the track starting behind the chapel. Cross the Les Glaciers mountain stream and head for the Les Mottes Refuge. 2h30 1789m/2516m Yellow Stunning views of the Aiguille des Gaciers, the Mont Blanc and the Robert Blanc

refuge. Finish at the Italian boarder.

> STARTING FROM THE COL DU PETIT-SAINT-BERNARD (N90 TOWARDS LA ROSIÈRE - COL DU PETIT-SAINT-BERNARD)

Discovery Trail 25 N90: towards La Rosière / col du Petit-Saint-Bernard. The col du Petit Saint-Bernard car park. The path starts behind the Petit Saint-Bernard Hospice.

45mn/2h30 2153m

Route exploring the cross-border heritage of the col du Petit Saint Bernard. 3 routes have been laid out to enable visitors to discover the many remains of the col’s thousand years of history: the statue of the Abbey Chanoux, the Chanousia garden, the Cromlech...

DESTINATION PATH NUMBER* DESCRIPTION OF ROUTE DURATION** DIFFICULTY ALTITUDEStart/Finish

WAY MARKING COLOUR INFORMATION DESTINATION PATH NUMBER* DESCRIPTION OF ROUTE DURATION** DIFFICULTY ALTITUDE

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Trails are followed at your own risk. * The paths are numbered, but are not always signposted. ** The length of time indicated does not include the return journey, unless stated otherwise.

Easy route with slight ascent and gentle terrain. Suitable for the whole family

Beginner trail walker

Moderately difficult, wide paths with the occasional progressive ascent

Intermediate trail walker

Difficult hike with steep ascents and descents on mixed uneven terrain

Experienced trail walkerDIFFICULTY

The stunning natural landscape of Les Chapieux and the Vallée des Glaciers is a crossroads between the Beau-fortain, the Mont Blanc range and the Tarentaise and is a strategically important area between France and Italy. Located on the legendary “Tour du Mont Blanc”, a route surrounded by breathtaking scenery amongst protected alpine pastures and ancient glaciers, begin-ners as well as advanced walkers can experience this magnificent setting. In order to safeguard this protected site, vehicle access is prohibited (Les Chapieux – Ville des Glaciers). Road closed in July and August, busses are provided during these months. Timetables for low and peak season are available from all Tourist offices and on our website.

Return ticket Les Chapieux – Ville des Glaciers (Lanchettes) : 3.50 € (children under 12 travel free)Bourg St Maurice - Les Chapieux (morning) 6€Les Chapieux – Bourg St Maurice (evening) 6€

LA VALLÉE DES GLACIERS (THE GLACIER VALLEY)

TAKE YOUR RUBBISH AWAY

WITH YOU

DO NOT PICK FLOWERS

KEEP YOUR DOGS ON THE LEAD

CHECK THE WEATHER FORECAST

NO MOTORHOMES NO CAMPING

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Timetable subject to change. The conditions of transport can be found on the price list available in the tourist offices and lift pass offices or on www.lesarcs.com

THE SKI AREA IS BEING IMPROVED FOR YOUR COMFORT, PLEASE EXCUSE THE DISRUPTION CAUSED.

SUMMER AREA open from 7th July to the 1st September. Pre-opening weekend 30th June and 1st July: Funicular (9.00 a.m.-6.00 p.m.), Cachette chairlift,Lonzagne telecabin and Vallandry chairlift.

PEISEY VALLANDRY AREA open everyday from 30th June to the 1st September.

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Chalet-refuge

Information - Tourist Office

Mountain restaurant

Notable site, panoramic view

Museum / Local produce outlet

Church and chapel

Free panoramic binoculars

Fauna

Flora

Orchards

Cycle track

Shared paths Walkers/Mountain Bikes

Lake (fishing permit required)

Chairlift

Gondola

Cable car

Funicular

Shuttle bus

Tour of Mont Blanc

Long distance footpaths

Starting points for walks

Other paths

All-terrain pushchairs

Swimming pool

Tennis court

Para-gliding

Golf

Equestrian Centre

Roller-blade track

Rafting, canoeing

Rock climbing, via ferrata

Adventure course

Campsite

Orientation table and theme signposts

SKI LIFTS

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ARC 1600FUNICULAR 8:30 - 19:30

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CACHETTE 9:15 - 12:50 / 13:20 - 16:50

ARC 1800VILLARDS 8:45 - 12:45 / 13:15 - 17:30

TRANSARC 1 & 2 9:15 - 12:40 / 13:20 - 16:40

PEISEYVALLANDRY

VALLANDRY 9:15 - 12:50 / 13:20 - 16:50

LONZAGNE 9:00 - 12:15 / 13:15 - 18:00

ARC 1950 CABRIOLET 9:15 - 12:45 / 13:15 - 17:00

ARC 2000ARCABULLE 9:30 - 12:45 / 13:15 - 16:40

VARET 9:30 - 12:45 / 13:15 - 16:30

AIGUILLE ROUGE 9:45 - 12:45 / 13:15 - 16:20

PARADISKI VANOISE EXPRESS INFORMATION AVALAIBLE ON THE WEB SITE LESARCS.COM

OPEN FROM 07/07 TO 01/09 OPEN FROM 22/07 TO 31/08 CLOSED

Available and free on iOs and Android, the Paradiski app YUGE enables you to enjoy the summer area like you’ve never enjoyed it before! Weather forecast by sector in real time, an interactive area map, performance records, a useful resort guide, Paradiski YUGE is THE service that you’re missing out on and which you will no longer be able to live without! If you already have the winter version, a simple update will enable you to move over to the summer version.

ACCESS CHARVET-CHANTEL• The “Dahu” cable car runs every day

from 8:30am to 7:15pm.• Shuttle buses only operate on Saturdays

7-DAY HOLIDAY PASS WALKERS: 60 € (CHILD. 48 €)Treat yourself to access to the whole of the summer area and Aiguille Rouge viewpoint 3226 m.

PARADISKI APPLICATION YUGE

During the summer season there are inter resort shuttle buses in les Arcs and inter-village buses in Peisey-Vallandry. Timetables are available in the Tourist Offices and on the Paradiski Application YUGE.

FREE INTER-RESORT SHUTTLE BUSES FROM 07/07 TO 01/09

Trails are followed at your own risk. * The paths are numbered, but are not always signposted. ** The length of time indicated does not include the return journey, unless stated otherwise.

DESTINATION PATH NUMBER* DESCRIPTION OF ROUTE DURATION** DIFFICULTY ALTITUDEStart/Finish

WAY MARKING COLOUR INFORMATION

DESTINATION PATH NUMBER* DESCRIPTION OF ROUTE DURATION** DIFFICULTY ALTITUDEStart/Finish

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DESTINATION PATH NUMBER* DESCRIPTION OF ROUTE DURATION** DIFFICULTY ALTITUDEStart/Finish

WAY MARKING COLOUR INFORMATION

> STARTING FROM ARC 1600: PLACE DU SOLEIL

Bourg Saint Maurice 1 Follow the track leading to the Hotel Arcadien, head for Plan Devin / Bourg Saint Maurice. Go along the tarmac road for 30m towards the resort roundabout and take the track marked La Grange / Hauteville Gondon. 1h30 1600m/800m Yellow A route through superb villages and over « montagnettes »: La Chenal, La Grange, Le Crey et Montrigon...

leading to the Notre Dame de Tout Pouvoir Chapel with a lovely viewpoint.Bourg Saint Maurice via Courbaton

2 Wooden footbridge located under the funicular, head for Courbaton. Park at the entrance to the village on the first hairpin.1h30 1600m/800m Yellow Route at the edge of the Malgovert forest, passing close to the armorial stone. View point at the Notre Dame de Tout Pouvoir chapel.

Courbaton 15mn 1600m/1582m Yellow Family walk in the forest.

Arc 1800 by the chemin Bellecôte 3 Follow the track leading to the Hotel Arcadien and the Adret apartment building. 45mn 1600m/1800m Yellow Balcony track in a pleasant forest with a view over the valley.

Arc 1800 by the chemin des Espagnols 4 Follow the track “Chemin Des Espagnols”. 1h 1600m/1800m Yellow View over the Valley. A pleasant walk through the forest. Vehicle track.

Col des Frettes 5 Head for the col des Frettes by the Rocher Fendu footpath to the right of the Cachette chairlift. 2h10 1600m/2384m Yellow Balcony path overlooking Arc 1800 and the Upper Tarentaise Valley. Steep and very stony track.

Arc 1800 via Le Grand Balcon 28 Follow the “Chemin des Espagnols”. 1h00 1600m/1800m Yellow Family walk in the forest.

Notre-Dame des Vernettes 5 >> 11 Head for Notre Dame des Vernettes by the Rocher Fendu footpath. 3h10 1600m/1805m YellowBalcony path overlooking the valley going via the heights of Arc 1800 crossing pistes and passing through larch forests and arriving in Peisey Vallandry. Discover the Notre Dame des Vernettes chapel, one of the finest baroque shrines in Tarentaise nestling in a glacial circus dominated by the Aiguille Grive, the Aiguille Rousse and the Bellecôte range.

> STARTING FROM ARC 1800 : OPPOSITE THE HOTEL DU GOLF

Hauteville Gondon 9 Start near the Jardin Alpin chairlift or the Chantemouche bus stop then take the Petite Chal footpath. 1h30 1800m/849m Yellow Route through superb villages and over superb « montagnettes », la petite Chal, Montvenix, le Villaret… Bourg Saint Maurice can be reached via the Notre Dame de Tout Pouvoir chapel or the White Water Centre. Track also used by mountain bikers.

Arc 1600 3 Head for the Bernard Taillefer centre then take the Bellecôte track. 1h 1800m/1600m Yellow Family walk in the forest. Follows part of the secondary road. 4 Route des Espagnols, towards the kindergarten, le Chantel Village, route des Espagnols, follow the tarmac road through the forest. 1h 1800m/1600m Yellow Family walk in the forest. View over the valley.

Peisey Vallandry 12 Head for Charmettoger, at the Hotel Mercure take the Route des Espagnols. 1h 1800m/1600m Yellow Tarmac road. Car access possible. 13 Start near the Jardin Alpin chairlift or the Chantemouche bus stop. Follow the Barmont track. 1h 1800m/2000m Yellow Walk accessible to families.

Tour du golf 8 Follow the Tour du Golf track. (possible to start at the Villard gondola) 1h40 1800m/2000m Yellow View over the whole golf course and Mont Blanc.

Col des Frettes 8 + 5 Head towards the tennis courts then le Chantel village. Follow the col des Frettes track. 2h30 1800m/2384m Yellow View of Mont Blanc and the Aiguille Rouge steep and very stony track.

Col du Grand Renard 8 + 10 1/ Head towards the tennis courts then the les Tenssions chalets. 2/Middle station of the Transarc, then follow 10 + 7. 2h30 1800m/2425m Yellow View over the Arc Valley and Mont Pourri.

Chapelle Notre-Dame des Vernettes 8 + 11

1/ Head for the village of Chantel, go under the Transarc gondola then head for the Blanche Murée forest and the le Rey shepherds’ hut, downhill on Notre Dame des Vernettes crossing the Combe draglift. 2/ Head for Charmettoger, take the start of the Tour du Golf. Take the Notre Dame des Vernettes track.

2h 1800m/1805m Yellow View over the Bellecôte chain and the les Lanches valley.

Col d’Entreporte 8 + 11 + 18 Follow the Notre Dame des Vernettes track then head towards the col de l’Entreporte. 3h 1800m/2389m Yellow Route with a stunning view over Mont Pourri and the Vanoise National Park.

Col de la Chal 15 Top of the Transarc. Follow the col de la Chal track. 30mn 1800m/2545m Yellow View over the Arc Valley. Option to take a discovery path (information about glaciers, animals, rural life... 12 different themes).

L’Aiguille Grive 17 Top of the Transarc. Follow the Aiguille Grive track. 50mn 2545m/2732m Yellow 360° panoramic view. Orientation table showing the entire mountain range overlooking the Upper Tarentaise, the Vanoise National park and Mont Blanc...

Lac des Moutons 15 + 19 Top of the Transarc. Follow the col de la Chal track then go uphill to the Grand Col piste heading towards the lake. 1h 2545m/2580m Yellow Fine view of the Bellecôte range with the Aiguille Rouge (3226m). Great walk alongside the Vanoise National park. Option to go to the Mont Pourri refuge, allow 35 minutes.

Notre Dame des Vernettes via Le Grand Balcon 28 Follow the «Chemin des Espagnols» heading for Notre Dame des Vernettes 2h00 1800m/1805m Yellow Family walk, discover Baroque art, and take in the panoramic view of the Bellecote mountain range

> STARTING FROM ARC 1950 / ARC 2000: THE TOP OF THE CABRIOLET

Chemin du Canal 14 Take the Chemin du Canal on the left of le Cabriolet heading towards the Varet gondola. 2h 2140m/1600m Yellow Balcony footpath through the forest with a view over the resort of la Rosière.

Tour du Droset 22 Take the Tour du Droset track after the entrance to the Mont Blanc car park. 1h30 2140m/2300m Yellow Magnificent view of Mont Blanc and the Arolles forest.

Refuge du Thuria 22 >> 23 Take the «refuge du Turia» track near the Mont Blanc car park. 3h50 2140m/2428m Yellow View over the Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise Valley.

Sentier des Lacs 16 >> 19 Start close to the Lac de Saint Jacques and follow the les lacs footpath. You can reach the «Aiguille Rouge» viewpoint by taking trails 16 and 21 , followed by the cable car. 2h 2140m/2630m Yellow Peace and cool of the mountain lake.

Refuge du Mont Pourri 16 >> 19 Start in place Olympique near the magic carpet and follow the Mont Pourri foot path. 3h05 2140m/2630m Yellow View of the glaciers and the la Plagne Lake (refuge with caretaker).

Col de la Chal 16 >> 15 Place Olympique, follow the lakes footpath then the col de la Chal path. 2h 21400m/2545m Yellow View over the Arc Valley and Mont Blanc.

Aiguille Grive 15 + 17Place Olympique head for the Arcabulle chairlift, by way of the Arc Valley. Climb up by the col du Grand Renard footpath to the Aiguille Grive. It is possible to start from the Arcabulle chairlift (duration of walk 50 min). Footpath 17

3h40 2545m/2732m Yellow 360° panoramic view over the Tarentaise Valley and the Mont Blanc massif.

Circuit du Solliet 34 Start from the Pré Saint Esprit car park; follow the Villaroger forest track to the le Solliet restaurant. Head for Pré-Dernier, then les Moudes 5h 1828m/1220m Blue

Great circuit from le Solliet which enables the walker to admire the peaks of le Bec Rouge, la Foglietta, la Pierre d’Arbine. Exceptional view over the Franco Italian range. View over the Montvalezan and Sainte Foy de Tarentaise area

> STARTING FROM VILLAROGER

Sentier des Hauts de Villaroger 26Start from the Maison de la Réserve car park in the hamlet of le Planay.

3h45 1210m/1900m Green Great circuit with 18 tables de lecture: a wealth of flora and fauna. The reserve’s two iconic species are the Black Grouse and the Trifolium Saxatile.

Le Planay 25 1h45 1210m/1530m Green A path which adjoins the Vanoise National Park and crosses the heights of Villaroger. Fine view over the valley and Mont Turia.

Boucle du Solliet 34 Start from le Pré. 3h 1200m/1700m Blue A walk through the heart of the Villaroger forests where you can admire the majestic pine trees before reaching the Solliet chalet restaurant in the midst of Alpine pastures.

Arc 1600 via Le grand Balcon 28 Take the trail «Rocher de Rochefleur» heading for Arc 1600 2h00 1210m/1660m A walk through the heart of the Villaroger forests.

> PEISEY-VALLANDRY: STARTING FROM VALLANDRY

Arc 1800

12 Follow the route des Espagnols, after the Tourist Office, 1st road on the left. 45mn 1600m/1800m Yellow Peaceful, enjoy the freshness of the forest,

tarmac road open to traffic.

13Follow the Barmont road, go into Vallandry, after 2 bends, carry on to the ski lift company premises. Go through the green gate.

45mn 1600m/1800m YellowForest and “montagnettes”, tarmac road,view over the valley.

Le Martorey - Le Villaret 69 A little after Barmont take the forest track going down to les Charmettes, then Martorey and Villaret. 2h30 1600m/1297m Yellow Look round Savoyard hamlets.

Return by the Lonzagne telecabin.

Col d’entreporte-Aiguille Grive 17 From the col d’Entreporte, follow the ridge to the top of the Aiguille Grive. 1h30 2389m/2732m Yellow View over the Upper Tarentaise, Mont-Blanc

and the Vanoise National Park.

ND des Vernettes-Col d’entreporte 18

Take the path on the left opposite the chapel. The path goes through the forest, fork right before the la Combe des Rossets draglift. Go uphill following the path. Quite steep in parts. Head towards the Col de la Chail via the les Rossaix Valley.

3h 1800m/2732m Yellow Red

Variety of landscapes and atmospheres: forests, Alpine pasture, dolomitic rock faces, beaufort “d’alpage” production.

Landry 69 >> 62Follow the Barmont road and after a short distance take the forest track going downhill. Variant between Charmettes and Martorey 73

1h15 1600m/778m Yellow Path through the forest. Fine view over theTarentaise Valley. Option to return by shuttle bus.

> PEISEY-VALLANDRY: STARTING FROM PLAN PEISEY

ND des Vernettes 28 Follow the les Vernettes track, after the hamlet of le Vieux Plan, take the left turn. 1h 1600m/1805m Yellow

Alpine pasture road. Fine view over the Peisey-Nancroix Valley and the Bellecôte range. Discover baroque art.

Pracompuet-la Chenarie- Pont Baudin 63 Start from le Vieux Plan, take the right turn,

balcony path all downhill. 1h30 1650/1471m Yellow Fine panoramic view overlooking the end of the valley.

Les Vernettes- la Chenarie-Nancroix 64 Go in front of the shrine, forest trail along a stream

to Nancroix. Return by shuttle bus 1h 1805/1438m YellowDownhill track through the forest. Baroque chapel in la Chenarie. Please note: occasionally difficult with possible rock fall on the path after the shrine.

> PEISEY-VALLANDRY: STARTING FROM NANCROIX

Les Esserts 65Go over the Romano bridge and take the forest vehicle track to the right. Further on, turn right towards les Esserts

1h30 1438/1580m YellowVery pretty view point over the resort and the Mont-Blanc massif. Ideal for a family picnic.

Roman bridge-Palais de la mine 66 Vehicle track beside a stream. 30mn 1430/1530m Yellow A pleasant walk in the forest with the coolness of the torrent.

> PEISEY-VALLANDRY : STARTING FROM PONT BAUDIN

Palais de la Mine-Les lanches 67Take the allée des Mélèzes. At the Palais de la Mine take the left turn, cross the bridge then the road to les Lanches

1h 1471/1500m YellowVery fine classified path. Two-hundred-year-old larch trees. Explanatory signs about the history of the mines.

Les Lanches-Beaupraz-les Bettières-l’Epinerie 68

At les Lanches, cross the stream, go uphill towards Beaupraz then to the right and go back downhill towards les Bettières. Continue, recrossing the stream and carry on to l’Epinerie

1h30 1500/1659m Yellow Set in exceptional landscape. Ideal for family visits (glaciers, waterfalls, wild life)

> PEISEY-VALLANDRY: STARTING FROM ROSUEL

Rosuel Refuge-discovery path 38 Take the start of the GR5 then go right and follow the way marks for the circuit. 1h30 1556/1700m Yellow A path with a botanical and geographical

environment to discover the valley.

Refuge Refuge-La Plagne Lake 40 Take the GR5 behind the refuge. Well marked path. 2h30 1556/2150m YellowA popular path, well known in the valley. Pretty mountain lake, access to the Vanoise National Park.

> PEISEY-VALLANDRY: STARTING FROM LANDRY

Trail of Bief 70 Start from the village square of Landry. Heading for the church, in front of the Bachal 2h 778/778m Yellow Forest’s animals, squirrels, deer

Trail of Chatelet 71 Start from the church, at the center of the village 4h 778/ 778m Yellow Hamlet of Martorey, ruins of Chatelet with a great view on the valley

Trail of Poussettes 72 Start from the church 1h30 778/778m Yellow To discover: the Ballastiere orchards and the green way along the Isère’s river.

Easy route with slight ascent and gentle terrain. Suitable for the whole family

Beginner trail walker

Moderately difficult, wide paths with the occasional progressive ascent

Intermediate trail walker

Difficult hike with steep ascents and descents on mixed uneven terrain

Experienced trail walkerDIFFICULTY