Walking tour of Lac de Soliet through the Ribon valley

Name: Walking tour of Lac de Soliet through the Ribon valley
Address: RD 902 - Pont du Ribon, Bessans, 73480
Telephone: 04 79 05 99 06
Price range: Free access.

Bessans

Walking tour of Lac de Soliet through the Ribon valley - OT Haute Maurienne Vanoise / Bénédicte Filliol

Step into a valley that holds delightful surprises for you. Enjoy a unique journey on both sides of a seemingly endless mountain stream.

Description

For an adventure far from the plateau, leave the plains of Bessans behind and venture into an enchanting valley. After a self-guided visit to Saint-Antoine chapel, make your way to the Oratory of the same name. It seems to protect your passage and the slope is already more gentle. Your eyes wander into the depths of the gorges. Witness the incredible power of these waters flowing from the Rochemelon glacier, at an altitude of over 3,000 metres. When the snow melts, what energy they exert, carving the bare rock! Let your thoughts meander to the beat of your footsteps. It's already time to cross the stream, leaving the challenging ascent of Pierre Grosse to the toughest hikers and trail runners. Treat yourself to a snack stop as you listen to the whistling marmots. What if a Golden Eagle flew by, would you recognize it? On the way back through this majestic circus, the path seems to take flight. Soak up the tranquility of Lac de Solliet, a small lake which, unfortunately, is often dry. Embark on a playful descent that will lead you to steps painstakingly carved by human hands. Will you take the time to count them on Escalier du Ribon?

Additional welcome

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.

Minimum age: 8 years

Environments

Lakeside or by stretch of water
Close to a public transportation
Waterside
Forest location
Near shuttle stop
Lake view
Mountain view
Mountain location
Village center
Overview on river
Presence of livestock and guard dogs

Rates

Free access.

Itinerary

Distance 10km
Route type LOOP
Elevation gain 420m
Negative gradient 420m
Daily duration 03h30
Signposted itinerary Yes
Beaconing accuracy Mixed markings (PR: yellow blades and GR: red and white)
Tricky passage A few air passages after the lake in the direction of "Pierre-Grosse".
Nature of the land Rock, Stone, Ground, Not suitable for strollers
Maximum altitude 2120m