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Enduro MTB: The Art of the Saddle
The Arcelle Enduro mountain trail is mostly a track and singletrack itinerary. This beautiful balcony path, with views of the Vanoise glaciers, the Dent Parrachée and Bessans Valley, won't fail to impress!
Description
Despite the name (which means "Art of the Saddle"), you won't be sitting much on this trail. You'll need to stand and find the right saddle contact for the fabulous descent. From Mont Cenis Pass or the Val Cenis lifts, you'll ride across the mountain on a singletrack balcony path for about 6 km. You can rest the brakes on a few sections before plunging down to the valley, but the steeper parts are not particularly technical. This descent alternates between Alpine pasture and forest. Besides some lovely paths it offers a bird's-eye view over the valley. So why the name "Art de la Selle"? This is in fact a play on words, as the itinerary takes you close to the hamlet of Arcelle.
Equipment
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Enduro itinerary
Additional welcome
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.
Environments
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Mountain location
Rates
Free access.
Opening period
Daily from June 15 to October 1.
Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.
Additional opening
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Subject to favorable weather
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Subject to snow conditions
Location
The trail starts at Col du Mont-Cenis
However, you can also start from the Val Cenis in summer (July and August):
- Val Cenis : this option saves you a 3.8 km walk on the trail.
- Val Cenis : you’ll have to walk 6 km, adding 150 meters of elevation gain and 160 meters of elevation loss.
I’ll get there by bus: to reach the lift stations only: take line S52/S53—get off at the Mairie / Maison de la Vanoise stop for Val Cenis , or at the Télécabine du Vieux Moulin stop for Val Cenis .
Option to reach the start via an enduro climb.
Animals
Pets allowed : Yes
Pets allowed with supplement : No
Dogs on a leash are allowed on the trail, but are not recommended for mountain biking. Pets are not allowed on the lift.
