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Méan Martin - Stage 2 - From the Vallonbrun Refuge to the Plan du Lac Refuge
In proximity to glaciers, walk in the heart of these big spaces. Discover the amazing diversity of landscapes, a potted version of the Vanoise National Park's fauna and flora. The itinerary will be enjoyed by average level walkers.
Description
In contact with glaciers, walk in the heart of wide open spaces.
On this tour, you'll discover an extraordinary diversity
diversity of landscapes, and the flora and fauna of the Vanoise
national park.
This itinerary will be appreciated by medium-level hikers, for its long but moderately uneven stages.
Everyone will be delighted by the warm welcome and comfort of the refuges.
Additional welcome
You must book your overnight stay in a refuge in advance. Stay on the trails, following the signs, and take your garbage 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 01/06 to 30/09.
Additional opening
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Subject to favorable weather
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Subject to snow conditions
Animals
Pets allowed : No
Animals 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 climb up to the Pierre aux Pieds (rock engravings). Allow a further 2 hours (one way). Take the balcony path to Plan de la Cha. You'll come across the Cuchet refuge (unsupervised refuge, kitchen equipment and blankets available), which can be an intermediate stopover, depending on your chosen starting point. Continue towards 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