Trail routes in Val Cenis

Discover trail routes at Val Cenis. Exceptional routes between mountain pastures and high altitude lakes. At Val Cenis, you can run on the "Italian" side with Ambin or the Perrin lakes, or in the heart of the Vanoise National Park with trails near the Femma or Leisse refuges, for example. Trail guides also offer trail outings for beginners or advanced runners.

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Trail terrain for the world's best

Val Cenis and Haute Maurienne Vanoise are ideal for trail runners who want to run in an unspoilt, high-mountain environment.

The world's best make no mistake: pro teams regularly visit the area in summer. The region has even become a base camp for Thibaut Baronian (French champion 2023, Haute Maurienne Vanoise ambassador).

To discover Haute Maurienne Vanoise : 5 must-do trails by Thibaut Baronian

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103 walks and hikes, 38 trails" guidebook

Discover all the trail and hiking itineraries at Val Cenis and Haute Maurienne Vanoise with our Guide (easy walks booklet + hiking and trail booklet + map) on sale at the Tourist Office.

Hiking and trekking guide - Gentle getaways (PDF)
Hiking and trail guide - High altitude escapes (PDF)
Hiking and trail map (PDF)
Preparing your mountain outing booklet (PDF)

Guided trail outings at Val Cenis © Bureau des Guides de Val Cenis

Guided trail outings

Would you like to start trail running with a professional? Are you an experienced trail runner who would like to discover specific routes or take part in group outings? Call on Val Cenis professionals for guided trail outings.

Introductory or advanced trail outing Val Cenis

5 must-do trails Haute Maurienne Vanoise by Thibaut Baronian

Thibaut Baronian, French Trail Champion and Haute Maurienne Vanoise ambassador, runs, skis and bikes in the region all year round. His Top 5 trail outings.

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Breaking the 3,000 barrier on a hike

Hiking above the 3,000-meter mark (without ropes or crampons) is possible at Haute Maurienne Vanoise. 107 peaks rise to almost 3,000 meters in this vast Alpine territory.

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The Trail EDF Cenis Tour

The trail event of the summer! On the 1st weekend of August, Val Cenis also hosts the Trail EDF Cenis Tour, a competition with different courses from 6 to 78 km and hundreds of participants. Take advantage of the opportunity to discover the region's magnificent villages, breathtaking panoramas and high-altitude lake: Lac du Mont-Cenis.

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