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 is the first ski resort to open in France! The resort’s early opening, scheduled for October 31, 2026, marks the start of the cross-country skiing and biathlon season.
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.
Rock climbing, via ferrata, roller skiing …
In Bessans, there’s no shortage of things to do in the fall! Try ski-rolling at the international biathlon stadium, or climb to new heights on the Andagne via ferrata , or take advantage of the beautiful days to try your hand at rock climbing.