Pralognon-la-Vanoise, Col de la Vanoise, Lac des Vaches, Refuge Barmettes, Pralognan

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Distance: 13.04 mi
Elevation gain: 3,425 ft
Technical difficulty: Moderate
Elevation loss: 3,425 ft
Max elevation: 8,294 ft
TrailRank: 58
Min elevation: 5,429 ft
Trail type: Loop

Moving time: 4 hours 48 minutes
Time: 7 hours 36 minutes
Coordinates: 3602
Uploaded: August 2, 2021
Recorded: August 2021

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near Pralognan-la-Vanoise, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes (France)

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Loop starting at Les Fontanettes parking lot, up trail to Lac des Assiettes and Refuge du Col de la Vanoise. Well worth including the our and back add on of a few kilometres past Col de la Vanoise for the beautiful scenery. Back past Lac Long, Lacs des Vaches and Refuge des Barmettes to Les Fontanettes starting point. Possibility of taking lift from Refuge Barmettes to the parking lot during opening hours.

An exceptionally stunningly beautiful loop with glaciers, alpine lakes, waterfalls, marmots and even an ibex sighting. Trail is clear and well signed. Part of the hike up to the Refuge du Col de la Vanoise is on rock that would become very slippery when wet so use caution in inclement weather. Popular hike for a reason - highly recommended!