A short, family walk in the surroundings of Pralognan-la-Vanoise with the beautiful Cascade de la Fraiche and the Cirque d'Arcelin as highlights. Ideal walk to get acquainted with the beautiful high mountains of the Vanoise.
Distance: 5 km.
Time: 1h30.
Grade: Easy.
Type: Circular.
Gps Track: Yes.
Route description: Yes.
Wheelchair: Not suitable.
Dog: Allowed.
Height gain: 450 meters.
Trail: Paved and unpaved.
Marking: Partial.
Hiking shoes recommended.
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Cirque d'Arcelin.
The hike goes from the starting point first to the beautiful waterfall hidden between the spruces. From the bridge you have a beautiful view of the waterfall. Then you continue to climb through a pine forest to the Cirque d'Arcelin valley. This valley gives you a first impression of the high mountains of the Vanoise. You return to the starting point via part of the GR55.
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It is recommended to do this walk in the afternoon because the waterfall is shaded in the morning.
