Moranche’s loop
Descriptive
At the parking take the flat trail that goes to Moranche (don’t take the one from the oratory). Further you will see an old water mill used by local people to produce flour. The path goes then through zigzags up to the road that you will take for few meters. Go to the direction of Moranche where you will discover a nice village and a nice view on 3 Valleys and on the Vanoise Massive. Take the road for few meters to go down and then the trail. You will discover the liberation oratory.
Visitor alert :
This hike is accessible with a dog, but we advise you to keep your dog on a lead throughout the entire route. This helps to protect wildlife, preserve flora and ensure the peace and quiet of other hikers.
Guidebook with maps/step-by-step :
Departure: From the car park, take the flat path signposted Moranche (do not take Moranche via Oratory, as this will be your return route). Further on is the village's old watermill (once used by locals who brought their sacks of grain to the miller to be ground into flour).
1/ The path then winds upwards to join the road leading up to Les Champs for a few metres.
2/ After the hairpin bend, take the path through the undergrowth towards Moranche.
3/ From the village, take the road downhill for a few metres, then the path towards Le Villard.
Practical Information
Opening Times :
All year round daily.Hike possible to do with snowshoes in winter.
Services :
Pets welcome
Equipements :
Car parkTariffs