Hiking to the Arpont refuge

Name: Hiking to the Arpont refuge
Address: Route départementale 83 Termignon, Val-Cenis, 73500
Telephone: 04 79 05 99 06
Price range: Free access.

Val-Cenis

Hiking to the Arpont refuge - OTHMV - D. Cuvelier

Take a day-long adventure on the GR5. You'll be able to enjoy a wide range of flavors all the way to the Arpont refuge, which promises a breathtaking change of scenery at the foot of the Dôme de Chasseforêt.

Description

The start at the Châtelard bridge is already full of surprises. What's this unusual letterbox that marks the start of the climb? Inside, the objects are just waiting to be put into your rucksack and found by the guardians.
After a 700 m climb through the forest, you're welcomed by wide-open spaces. The verdant mountain pastures are a delight for ibex and chamois, enjoying the cool summer mornings. When you arrive at the Mont, remember to look up. Here, away from prying eyes, eagles, griffon vultures, turkey vultures and bearded vultures rule the skies. You never know
if they're watching you as you soar majestically in the thermals?
In the distance, the sun is already reflecting on the Arpont refuge. The traverse isn't over yet, but the gourmet break looks promising...

Additional welcome

The duration of hiking trails is calculated using reference paces: 300 m/h ascent, 500 m/h descent and 4 km/h on the flat.

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

Minimum age: 14

Environments

Forest location
Mountain view
Mountain location
Close to GR footpath
Presence of livestock and guard dogs

Rates

Free access.

Itinerary

Distance 11.5km
Route type Round trip
Elevation gain 1000m
Negative gradient 1000m
Daily duration 05h15
Signposted itinerary Yes
Beaconing accuracy Mixed markings (PR: yellow, GR: white and red and PNV: blue-white-red)
Nature of the land Stone, Ground, Not suitable for strollers
Maximum altitude 2310m