In summary
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Sports
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Duration7 days
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LevelBeginner
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DestinationVanoise Massif / Bessans
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AgeUp to a 90imum of years
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CO₂-Emissions55.92 kg CO2
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Type of stayIndependent traveler
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Languages
French
In a few words
In the heart of the Haute Maurienne valley, this stay in Bessans invites you to gently savor the mountains through easy hikes accessible to all. Ideal for walkers seeking routes with minimal elevation gain , it allows you to fully enjoy the alpine landscapes without any technical constraints.
Each day, you'll explore new trails winding through alpine pastures, forests, and breathtaking high-altitude panoramas, all in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. The itinerary alternates between full and half-day hikes , offering a balanced pace suitable for all levels. Along the way, you'll discover the rich mountain flora and fauna , taking the time to observe and appreciate the surroundings.
Back at the centre in the late afternoon, it's time to recover and relax: enjoy the spa area , the fitness room or the evening entertainment to extend the conversations in a warm atmosphere.
An ideal stay to get started or recharge in the mountains, combining nature, relaxation and conviviality .
The highlights
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Hikes accessible to all
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A wide choice of routes
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Accommodation in the heart of the Haute Maurienne - Vanoise mountain range
Photos
Sport
Level
Hiking / Trekking
The expert's opinion
In fairly good physical condition
In figures
Hiking
- Average duration/day: 4h30
- Average distance/day: 5 km
- Average daily elevation gain: 184 m
- Average daily descent: 184 m
Management
French
Program
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Arrival at the holiday village
- Activity Hiking
- Duration of the activity 2h
- Distance 4 km
- Positive elevation gain 200 m
- Negative elevation 200 m
- Accommodation Holiday Villages
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Morning: arrival at the holiday village.
1:45 PM: Welcome meeting in the Charbonnel room
Afternoon: Group formation + acclimatization hike.
Day 1 -
Day hike
- Activity Hiking
- Duration of the activity 6h
- Distance 7 km
- Accommodation Holiday Villages
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Day trip with picnic on easy terrain.
Day 2 -
Morning hike and free time in the afternoon
- Activity Hiking
- Duration of the activity 3h
- Accommodation Holiday Villages
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Morning: Hike of approximately 3 hours.
Afternoon: Free time or supervised activities offered by our AMMs.
Day 3 -
Day hike
- Activity Hiking
- Duration of the activity 6h
- Distance 7 km
- Positive elevation gain 300 m
- Negative elevation 300 m
- Accommodation Holiday Villages
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Day trip with picnic on easy terrain.
Day 4 -
Morning hike and free time in the afternoon
- Activity Hiking
- Duration of the activity 3h
- Distance 5 km
- Positive elevation gain 200 m
- Negative elevation 200 m
- Accommodation Holiday Villages
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Morning: Hike of approximately 3 hours.
Afternoon: Free time or supervised activities offered by our AMMs.
Day 5 -
Day hike
- Activity Hiking
- Duration of the activity 6h
- Distance 7 km
- Positive elevation gain 400 m
- Negative elevation 400 m
- Accommodation Holiday Villages
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Day trip with picnic on easy terrain.
Day 6 -
Departure
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Morning: End of stay after breakfast.
Day 7
Note
The program is provided as a guide only. The Haute-Maurienne valley is full of trails, each more beautiful than the last. To keep things interesting, the guides are free to use their imagination and suggest alternative routes! Circumstances beyond our control may also lead us to modify the day's itineraries and activities (weather, participants' skill level, group safety, etc.).
Accommodation
You will be staying at the La Bessannaise holiday village.
The establishment offers 95 rooms, spread across three buildings, which can accommodate from 1 to 3 people depending on their configuration.
By staying at the centre, you have access to all the spaces available.
Access
Rooms are available from 5pm on the day of your arrival.
They must be vacated before 10am on the day of departure.
The stay ends after breakfast.
Go to the starting point
Modane TGV station (Paris-Modane 4h30 by TGV), then bus journey (45 min) to the stop in front of La Bessannaise*
Bus booking online: www.altibus.com or 04 79 68 32 96.
We invite you to purchase your return ticket as soon as your reservation is confirmed.
*Pay attention to train and bus connections when planning your journey.
A43 motorway towards Turin (Fréjus Tunnel, Italy), Exit No. 30 – Modane/Haute Maurienne, departmental road D1006 (ex-RN6) then D902 (35km) towards Bessans.
Consider sharing your journey by carpooling: www.blablacar.fr.
Price details
The price includes
- Accommodation according to the chosen package
- Full board (including wine) from lunch on Day 1 to breakfast on Day 7
- One hot drink per day
- Bed linen and towels are provided in the rooms for the duration of your stay.
- Access to the spa and fitness area
- Activities are supervised by our mountain guides according to the formula
- Activities from Monday to Friday in July and August
- Local transfers for the hikes
The price does not include
- Tourist tax: €0.85 per person (over 18 years old) per night
- The ANCEF membership fee (mandatory for supervised stays) including membership and mountain passport (insurance): €25 for adults, €13 for young people under 16, €50 for the Family offer (1 or 2 adults + children under 16)
- Toiletries (shower gel, soap, etc.) and a towel for access to the spa.
- Drinks at the bar and extras (shop purchases, additional activities not included in the program…)
- Return travel expenses to and from the holiday village
- Picnic boxes, cutlery and water bottles
- The equipment required for certain themed workshops (see technical specifications)
Options
- Child discount (ages 3-6) : CHF-378.27 / person
- Youth discount (7-13 years old) : CHF-226.96 / person
- Early arrival : CHF61.29 / person
- Flex fare and insurance
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).
In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.
It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.
ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.
Equipment
Equipment to bring
- Water bottle holder and water bottle (minimum 1L capacity)
- A pair of highly protective sunglasses (CE rating 3 or 4 is essential)
- Sunscreen tube and lip balm stick, with a high sun protection factor
- Shoes with Vibram-type soles and ankle support
- Telescopic walking poles are recommended.
- 30L backpack for day essentials, picnic and water
- Cutlery, picnic box and reusable cup for picnics
- Large plastic bag or overbag to protect your backpack
- Camera and binoculars (optional)
Clothing to bring
- Walking shoes
- Cap or hat
- Warm pants
- lightweight trousers
- Socks
- Anorak
- Waterproof rain gear
- Windbreaker
- Fleece jacket
- Chunky sweater
- Swimsuit
- A bath towel (or bathrobe) is required to access the wellness area.
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