Walking tour of the Bessans plain
Access
Starting from :
Latitude :
6.993773
Longitude :
45.320259
Map ref. :
Map IGN 3633ET - Tignes Val-d'Isère Map IGN 3634OT - Val Cenis
Half in the shade, half in the sun, here are a few miles of easy walking that'll leave you free to look around at your leisure. At over 1,700 metres above sea level, take an invigorating stroll that'll plunge you deep into the mystery of waterfalls.
Are you ready to faithfully follow the Arc river?
On your way along the Chemin du Petit Bonheur, you're sure to want to stop
for a family picnic. Get yourself comfortably settled at a banquet table... It
seems to have been waiting for your "gnia"* to stop here for a feast.
Under the watchful eye of the imposing Tierce peak, you continue your
journey through the heart of the meadows. Can you see its chapel, perched
at 2,973 meters?
And, with your gaze forever glued to the landscape, it takes just a few seconds
before you spot the breathtaking waterfalls on the south side. Unrestrained,
they cascade down from the glaciers of Vallonbrun and Gefret at the heart
of the Vanoise National Park. In early summer, you won't be able to take
your eyes away from the sight.
Then, in the forest of Chantelouve, you might come across some squirrels,
fearful at the passage of adventurous mountain bikers.
Before you get to the village, Le Ribon invites you to new hikes. Next time,
that's a promise…
Services
Rates
Free access.
Period(s) of use
From 01/05 to 15/10
Subject to favorable weatherSubject to snow conditions
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Pets allowed

Things to discover nearby
Explore our hikes

Pedestrian sports
A - Les hauts de Courchevel 1850 (hiver)
Courchevel
3km
For beginners / novice
40m
260m
From the top of the altiport down to the heart of the resort, with amazing panoramic views and beautiful chalets on the side of the slopes, Courchevel 1850 is full of surprises.

Pedestrian sports
J - La Corbière (hiver)
Courchevel
2km
Level green – easy
80m
130m
Head out and explore two different sides of Courchevel Moriond: past (old montagnette stone chalets) and present (Aquamotion, the biggest aquafun centre in the mountains).

Pedestrian sports
E - Sentiers balcons, de Courchevel 1850 à Courchevel Village (hiver)
Courchevel
3.5km
Level green – easy
40m
270m
Through the snow-covered fir trees, the trail takes you to Courchevel Village via the amazing Plan du Vah site.











