What to do in autumn in Bessans
Ride the mountain bike trails from Chatelouve to Bessans
Autumn is the perfect season to discover the Chantelouve mountain bike trails in Bessans. This bike center offers safe, signposted trails for all levels. At Chantelouve, the itineraries are close together, making it easy to switch from blue to red, take a break on the green and then get your adrenalin pumping on the blacks!
To make the most of it, Haute Maurienne Vanoise offers hundreds of kilometers of marked and groomed mountain bike trails through unspoilt countryside.
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced rider, these trails allow you to find your own rhythm and enjoy nature to the full.
Buses in autumn
Transport on demandThis autumn, take advantage of a new bus service to get around Haute Maurienne Vanoise. Booking required.
Contemplate the flora and fauna
Walking in Bessans is a great way to observe local wildlife in their natural habitat. The hiking trails will take you to spectacular vantage points overlooking high altitude lakesreflecting the changing colors of the season.
Along the way, you may be lucky enough to come across chamois or hear the powerful bellowing of the stag. These moments in the heart of nature allow you to recharge your batteries and appreciate a mountain rarely visited at this time of year.
An evening by the fire?
What better way to create a unique atmosphere at the end of the day than with an open fire when you're back from an autumn stroll? Discover our selection of the most beautiful apartments and chalets with fireplaces in Bessans. And at this time of year, you'll also benefit from very competitive rates.
Start skiing in November!
Bessans est la 1re station de ski à ouvrir en France ! L’ouverture anticipée de la station, prévue cette année le 31 octobre 2026, marque le début de la saison de ski de fond et de biathlon.
Whether you're a seasoned skier or an enthusiastic novice, this early opening allows you to immerse yourself in the winter atmosphere from the very first days of November.
Escalade, via ferrata, ski roue …
À Bessans, l’automne ne manque pas d’activités ! Testez le ski roue sur le stade international de biathlon, prenez de la hauteur sur la via ferrata d’Andagne ou profitez des belles journées pour vous initier à l’escalade.