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Tour des Glaciers de la Vanoise

France · Europe · Hut-to-hut · score 57/100

At a glance

CountriesFrance
ContinentEurope
RegionVanoise National Park (Savoie)
TypeHut-to-hut
Length72 km
Typical duration5 days
Difficulty4/5 (Hard)
Max altitude2950 m
Best seasonJul-mid Sep
StartPralognan-la-Vanoise (circular)
EndPralognan-la-Vanoise (circular)
Permit / guideno
Special gearnone

Score

57/100
Scenery
26/35
Fame
9/25
Uniqueness
12/20
Logistics
10/20

Short, steep tour threading between Vanoise glaciers with exposed sections; a step up from the standard Vanoise tour

How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: medium.

Notes

Max altitude approximate; Pointe de l'Observatoire 3000 m optional

Sources

Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.

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