This walk in the Vanoise National Park goes from Lake Tuéda to the fertile Fruit Valley. In the valley you follow the course of the Doron des Allues and you have an impressive view of the Col du Fruit (2515m) and L'Aiguille du Fruit (3051m) on your left and Mont du Vallon (2952m) on your right. At the refuge you can enjoy this beautiful environment. On the way you will certainly see and hear marmots, but chamois and ibex are also possible.
Distance: 13 km.
Time: 4h00.
Grade: Moderate.
Type: Back and forth.
Gps Track: Yes.
Route description: Yes.
Wheelchair: Not suitable.
Dog: Not allowed.
Height gain: 507 meters.
Trail: 100% unpaved.
Marking: See PDF route description.
Hiking shoes recommended.
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Fruit valley.
The hike starts in the Plan de Tuéda nature reserve and goes along Lake Tuéda and then rises steeply into the Fruit Valley. In the valley you always follow the Doron Des Allues, go past the chalet de la Plagne and then start a final short but tough climb to the refuge du Saut. You return to the starting point via the same route.
Download PDF for route description.
