The first ascent takes you to the Arponts plateau, partly via a lovely forest track, then onto a magnificent singletrack balcony leading across the mountainside to the Plan Sec Refuge located above the lakes of Plan d'Aval and Plan d'Amont.
The descent from Plan d'Aval is on the Moulinator 1 & 2 enduro trails (back with a vengeance!).
This challenging itinerary requires good physical fitness and a little technique. Exceptional views over the mountains and valley and the guarantee of a high-mountain decor.
Located on the edge of the Vanoise National Park, the Plan d'Amont and Plan d'Aval dams (built between 1945 and 1956) contribute to feeding the power stations in the valley. Both lakes supply water to Mont-Cenis lake, despite the latter being located on the other side of the valley.
- Sport
Cross-country : Plan d'Aval
A long and beautiful cross-country itinerary. Never forget that these fabulous trails are in mountain terrain and require technique on both the uphill and downhill sections.
Sport Cross-country : Plan d'Aval Aussois
About
Signs
French Cycling Federation markings (cross-country)
Topoguides references
Haute Maurienne Vanoise mountain bike map and booklet sold in Tourist Offices.
Further informations
Rock, Ground
Prices
Free access.
Period of practice
From 01/05 to 15/10.
Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.
Equipments
- Parking nearby
Contacts
Access
The route starts at Aussois Plan de la Croix (Aussois exit towards Sardières).
To get there by bus: Line S52 - Le Centre stop (in summer, the bus is equipped with a bicycle trailer - ask about days and times).
By car: park in the Plan de la Croix parking lot.
