Averole and hamlets of Bessans

In the last century, this valley was still frequented by peddlers, horse traders and herds, as access to the Arnès and Lauraret passes meant avoiding the Mont-Cenis road and, above all, the tolls in force at the time, in order to reach Susa in Italy!
The hamlet of Avérole, at an altitude of 2037 m, was built in the High Middle Ages and is considered one of the most attractive sites in the Haute Maurienne Vanoise region, with its characteristic green valley and authentic hamlets steeped in history.
Access the valley by shuttle bus from the village of Bessans, then contemplate the beauty of nature by hiking to the Avérole refuge.
Authentic hamlets
The hamlets of the Avérole valley are well worth a visit. The traditional habitat of stone chalets with slate roofs is typical of these high altitude valleys.
Loaded with history, discover the Vincendières, Goulaz, Villaron and the chapels that bear witness to the religious fervor of the mountain people.
These fabulous natural settings were used as the backdrop for the "Belle & Sébastien" films - a "life-size" studio!