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Cross-country: Le Replat des Canons

A beautiful loop itinerary, mostly on very pleasant tracks in the forests of Lanslebourg and Termignon. A great option in very hot weather.

Sport Cross-country: Le Replat des Canons Val-Cenis

About

Departing from Val-Cenis (73500)
Average length : 01h30
Total elevation gain : 530m
Vertical drop : 530m
Distance : 14.5km
Signed walking trail

The long steady climb should be taken at a moderate, regular pace to reach the top without too much difficulty.
The ride down to Val Cenis Termignon is not technically challenging and the return to Val Cenis Lanslebourg is via the Chemin du Petit Bonheur. But first, stop at the top to admire the view over the Valley and the Vanoise mountains.

Loop
Total elevation gain : 530m
Altitude max : 1826m
Vertical drop : 530m

Signs

French Cycling Federation markings (cross-country)

Difficult passages

The course has several long climbs with some steep sections. A good warm up for the black courses!

Topoguides references

Haute Maurienne Vanoise mountain bike map and booklet sold for €4 at Haute Maurienne Vanoise Tourist Offices.

Further informations

Stone, Ground, Grit

Prices

Free access.

Period of practice

From 15/05 to 15/10.

Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

Equipments
  • Parking nearby
  • Charging station for 2 electric wheels
  • Charging stations for electric vehicles

Access

89 rue du Mont-Cenis Lanslebourg-Mont-Cenis 73480 Val-Cenis
Departing from : Val-Cenis (73500)
Latitude : 45.28553 - Longitude : 6.8826

The route starts in front of the Lanslebourg Tourist Office.
To get there by bus: Line S52 or S53 - Tourist Office stop (in summer, the bus is equipped with a bicycle trailer - ask about days and times).
By car: park in the parking lot in front of the gendarmerie. There is a vehicle recharging point on the side of the Lanslebourg Tourist Office building.

On : Val-Cenis (73480), Val-Cenis (73500)
Information update on 11/07/2024 by Communauté de communes Haute Maurienne Vanoise