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Col d'Ambin

Head for a dramatic change of scene at the Italian border! Embark on an adventure in a glacial valley filled with hidden secrets. Surrounded by geological wonders, dive into raw nature in an "world's end" kind of atmosphere.

Sport Col d'Ambin Val-Cenis

About

Departing from Val-Cenis (73500)
Average length : 06h00
Total elevation gain : 1050m
Vertical drop : 1050m
Distance : 18km
Signed walking trail
Animals allowed

The Ambin stream will be your faithful companion all day long. Calmly follow its right bank to the Refuge d'Ambin. The sensation of entering an unexplored valley grows stronger with every step. The whistling of marmots echoes in your ears. The numerous scree slopes suggest that chamois are watching you as you scramble along the cracks. The sound of water rushing between boulders mingles with the bleating of summer sheep. Take a break in this haven of peace before the slope steepens.
The approach walk gives way to a real alpine hike. What a feeling of fulfillment in the heart of these countless peaks! One steep incline follows another, and the reward is obvious. Perched at an altitude of 2680 m, the emerald-blue lake inspires awe.
Let your adventurous spirit carry you up the last 200 m of ascent. Once you've reached the Col d'Ambin, perhaps you'll be able to extend the pleasure with a night under the stars at the Walter Blais bivouac.

Way and back
Total elevation gain : 1050m
Altitude max : 2899m
Vertical drop : 1050m

Signs

Departmental signposting (PR)

Difficult passages

Snowfields early in the season.

Map references

Map IGN 3634OT - Val Cenis

Topoguides references

Map and booklet "Haute Maurienne Vanoise. 115balades et randonnées - 35 parcours trail. For all levels" (sold for €10 in Tourist Offices) - Itinéraire noir n°105

Further informations

Rock, Stone, Ground

To guide you in the field, consult the "step-by-step" directional diagram provided in pdf.

Prices

Free access.

Reception

Animals allowed
Not adapted to strollers

The duration of hiking trails is calculated using reference paces: 300 m/h ascent, 500 m/h descent and 4 km/h on the flat.

As hazards may occur at any time on the routes, the GPX tracks provided are not contractual. They are given for information only. Riders use them at their own risk, depending on their level of technological proficiency and their understanding of the terrain.

Pets allowed on leash only.

Period of practice

From 01/07 to 01/10.

Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

Services
  • Pets welcome
Equipments
  • Parking nearby

Access

RD 100 - Parking d'Ambin Bramans 73500 Val-Cenis
Departing from : Val-Cenis (73500)
Latitude : 45.195888 - Longitude : 6.871479

To get there by car: from Bramans, take the D100 towards Val d'Ambin and park in the Ambin parking lot.

Information update on 18/07/2024 by Communauté de communes Haute Maurienne Vanoise