Sentier Balcon

Parc national de la Vanoise (cœur), Savoie, France

Out-and-back trail in Parc national de la Vanoise (cœur), Savoie, France. Hiking.

Distance
6.8 mi (10.9 km)
Elevation Gain
1,148 ft (350 m)
Est. Time
2 hr 45 min
High point
8,845 ft (2,696 m)
Difficulty
Hard
Route type
Out & back

Features

Along the way

From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.

Questions about Sentier Balcon

How long is Sentier Balcon?

Sentier Balcon is 6.8 mi (10.9 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 45 min. It climbs 1,148 ft (350 m) in total, up to a high point of 8,845 ft (2,696 m).

How hard is Sentier Balcon?

GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.

Where do you park for Sentier Balcon?

Parking at the start. Closest lot to the start: Pont de l'ouliette.

Are there water and toilets on Sentier Balcon?

No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped. 1 springs (treat before drinking).

Is Sentier Balcon shaded?

No shade: full sun.

What can you do on Sentier Balcon?

Best for Hiking.

Where can you eat near Sentier Balcon?

Restaurant du Col de l'Iseran, 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: L'Échoppe de l'Iseran, 1.4 mi (2.3 km).

Is this a good week for Sentier Balcon?

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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