Hiking to Ouillon des Arcelins via Canopée des cimes
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Starting from :
Latitude :
6.90376
Longitude :
45.288669
Map ref. :
Map IGN 3634OT - Val Cenis
Explore a slope full of exotic surprises. Taste the exhilaration of the peaks at Val Cenis and overlook one of Haute Maurienne Vanoise's most emblematic sites. Which of the region's nuggets will you discover?
After an effortless ascent thanks to the lifts, you begin your escape at 2565m altitude. The temperature immediately contrasts with that of the valley, which you left just 15 minutes earlier. Climb even higher to the Col de la Met. What an exhilarating panorama from the belvedere at 2740m! On a clear day, you're guaranteed to be immersed. In front of you, 9 remarkable peaks share the limelight with Lake Mont Cenis. Can you identify them on the unusual orientation table?
Tackle the descent to the Col de la Tomba with care, so that your legs don't suffer too much from the laws of gravity.
On the Ouillon des Arcellins, the well-marked path alternates between alpine grass and unstable rock. You'll need sure-footedness and experience of aerial passages to fully savor the magic of this ridge, which is nonetheless without specific danger. If you're afraid of aerial passages, take the carriage path and temporarily deviate from the route.
A playful path cut through the high moor gradually leads to the top of the Vieux Moulin gondola.
End your escapade by sharing a wide track with regular mountain bikers. Boarding the Vieux Moulin gondola is now imminent. Unless a gourmet break awaits you at the Fema high-altitude restaurant...
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Rates
Free entry but transport fee applies.
Period(s) of use
From 01/07 to 31/08
Subject to favorable weatherSubject to snow conditions
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