Méan Martin - Stage 4 - From the Fond des Fours Refuge to the Carro Refuge

In proximity to glaciers, walk in the heart of these big spaces. Discover the amazing diversity of landscapes, a potted version of the Vanoise National Park's fauna and flora. The itinerary will be enjoyed by average level walkers.

Description

In contact with glaciers, walk in the heart of wide open spaces.

On this tour, you'll discover an extraordinary diversity
diversity of landscapes, and the fauna and flora of the Vanoise
national park.

This itinerary will be appreciated by medium-level hikers, for its long but moderately uneven stages.

Everyone will be delighted by the warm welcome and comfort of the refuges.

Environments

• Mountain view
• Mountain location

Itinerary

• Itinerary type One way
• Positive elevation gain 750m
• Negative elevation gain 550m
• Daily duration 07h00
• Marked itinerary Yes
• Marking details GR5 (red and white paint) + PR (yellow)
• Nature of the terrain Stone, Ground, Not suitable for strollers
• Maximum altitude 2976m

Opening period

From 01/06 to 30/09.

Additional opening

• Subject to favorable weather

• Subject to snow conditions

Location

IGN Top 25 - 3633 ET Tignes Val d'Isère - Haute Maurienne
Car access and parking
From the A43, exit at Modane, then drive up the Maurienne valley to Bonneval-sur-Arc. Parking outside Bonneval village.

Documents

• Méan Martin - Stage 4 - From the Fond des Fours Refuge to the Carro Refuge

Animals

Animals accepted: No

Dogs not allowed in the protected area of the Vanoise National Park

Guidebook with maps/step-by-step

• 4/ DAY 4: Refuge du Fond des Fours (2537 m) - Refuge du Carro (2759 m)
  Duration: 7 h / Ascent: + 750 m / - 550 m