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Hiking : Tête de l'Avalanche

France Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Upper Savoy

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Sébastien Locatelli

This hiking route will take you to Tête de l'Avalanche, offering a challenging and rewarding experience. The trail spans a distance of approximately 5.049 kilometers with an elevation gain of 623 meters, making it a difficult hike that will take about 2 hours and 43 minutes to complete.

Starting your journey, you will find a convenient parking area nearby. As you begin your hike, you will come across the Abri de Chevenne shelter, providing a nice resting spot early on in your adventure. Along the way, you will also encounter informational points such as Chalets de Chevenne and Commune de la Chapelle d'Abondance, offering insights into the surrounding area.

Midway through the hike, you will reach Tête de l'Avalanche, a notable peak that offers stunning views of the landscape. Make sure to take a break and appreciate the beauty of your surroundings. Continuing on, you will pass by Chalet de Chevenne and Plan de Resse, providing additional points of interest along the trail.

As you head back on the out-and-back route, you can stop by Chalets de Resse and another informational point at Tête de l'Avalanche before making your way back to the starting point.

Before embarking on this challenging hike, remember to bring plenty of water, wear appropriate hiking gear, and check the weather forecast. Enjoy the breathtaking views and the sense of accomplishment as you complete this memorable hiking experience to Tête de l'Avalanche.