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Méan Martin - Stage 2 - From the Vallonbrun Refuge to the Plan du Lac Refuge
Near the glaciers, take a walk through these vast open spaces. Discover the incredible diversity of landscapes, a microcosm of the flora and fauna found in Vanoise National Park. This route is suitable for hikers of average fitness.
Description
On this tour, you'll discover an extraordinary diversity
of landscapes, as well as the flora and fauna of the Vanoise
National Park.
This itinerary is ideal for intermediate hikers, featuring long but moderately uneven stages.
Everyone will be delighted by the warm welcome and comfort of the mountain huts.
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
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Mountain view
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Mountain location
Itinerary
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Distance
18km
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Route type
One-way ticket
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Elevation gain
784m
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Negative gradient
687m
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Daily duration
06h30
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Signposted itinerary
Yes
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Beaconing accuracy
GR5 (red and white paint) + PR (yellow)
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Nature of the land
Stone,
Ground,
Not suitable for strollers
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Maximum altitude
2976m
Opening period
From June 1 to September 30.
Additional opening
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Subject to favorable weather
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Subject to snow conditions
Animals
Pets allowed : No
Pets are not allowed in the Vanoise National Park.
Guidebook with maps/step-by-step
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2/ After the Vallonbrun refuge, you can hike up to the Pierre aux Pieds (rock engravings). Allow an additional 2 hours (one way). Take the balcony trail to Plan de la Cha. You’ll come across the Cuchet refuge (unmanned refuge; kitchen equipment and blankets available), which can serve as a stopover, depending on your starting point. Continue toward Pré Vaillant, then Turra de Termignon. The GR5 gradually reaches the Bellecombe parking lot, then the Plan du Lac refuge.
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Distance
18km
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Daily duration
06h30
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Elevation gain
784m
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Negative gradient
687m