It's a 1.8 km ride to the start of the trail. This easy, rolling itinerary alternates between woodland and clearings and makes the ideal Enduro trail for novices. Like all Enduro trails In the resort of La Norma, it starts at the top of the Melezet chairlift. This allows quick access for mountain bikers wishing to do the same itinerary again, or to try something more challenging.
Why the name? Because the itinerary includes the Avalanche Bend which in turn is named after an avalanche that once reached this spot. This is an active sector in winter...
- Sport
Enduro : L'Avalanche
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A fun, rolling trail with varied scenery, through forests and glades.
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Sport Enduro : L'Avalanche La Norma
About
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Signs
French Cycling Federation markings (enduro)
Topoguides references
Haute Maurienne Vanoise mountain bike map and booklet sold in Tourist Offices.
Prices
Free entry but transport fee applies.
Period of practice
From 15/06 to 15/09.
Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.
Services
- Accessible via ski lift
- Parking nearby
Contacts
Access
Trailhead at the top of the Mélézet gondola.
I'm going by car: park in the parking lot at the La Norma leisure center and then take the ski lifts.
You can also take the enduro ascent to the starting point.
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