Col de l'Arc
Savoie, France
Loop trail in Savoie, France. Hiking.
- Distance
- 6 mi (9.6 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,270 ft (692 m)
- Est. Time
- 3 hr 5 min
- High point
- 6,135 ft (1,870 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Loop
Features
Along the way
- Shelter: Chalet de la Fruitière 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from start
- Hut: Refuge du Col de l'Arc 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from start
- Hut: Chalet de la Montagne d'en Haut 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Col de l'Arc
How long is Col de l'Arc?
Col de l'Arc is 6 mi (9.6 km) long. Most people take about 3 hr 5 min. It climbs 2,270 ft (692 m) in total, up to a high point of 6,135 ft (1,870 m).
How hard is Col de l'Arc?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Col de l'Arc?
Parking at the start.
Are there water and toilets on Col de l'Arc?
Drinking water on the way at 1.6 mi (2.5 km), 2.4 mi (3.8 km), 3.8 mi (6.1 km). No toilets mapped.
Is Col de l'Arc shaded?
Mostly shaded (73% under trees).
What can you do on Col de l'Arc?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for Col de l'Arc?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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- Chemin des Mélèzes Savoie · Moderate · 1.7 mi (2.8 km)
- Grand Tour de Tarentaise 1. La Léchère -> La Coire Savoie · Expert · 13.9 mi (22.3 km)
- Chemin de Delean Savoie · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.4 km)
- Chemin du Calvaire Savoie · Moderate · 0.6 mi (1 km)
- Chemin de la Provence Savoie · Moderate · 4.9 mi (7.9 km)
- Chemin des Berges Savoie · Easy · 3.7 mi (6 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap