Mountain adventures in the Haute Maurienne – French Alps

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Published

10 Jun 2011

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First

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9781852846213

Size

17.2 x 11.6 x 1.3cm

Weight

250g

Pages

192

Originally Published

10 Jun 2011

Mountain Adventures in the Maurienne

by Andy Hodges

This guide offers readers all the inspiration they need for a multi-activity holiday in the Haute Maurienne, in the French Alps. With many suggestions for day walks, mountaineering routes, via ferratas, rock climbs, mountain biking, road cycling and long-distance treks, there's something here for everyone in your party. More...

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Activities

day walks, scrambles, treks, rock climbs, via ferratas, mountain biking and road cycle routes

Seasons

passes open in late May with the season lasting through to early October

Centres

Termignon and Val Cenis

Difficulty

Routes range from short walks and cycle rides for the whole family to sustained or challenging Read More... mountain routes up to PD to reach the highest summits

Must See

rocky summits towering over small Alpine villages and the highest cols guarding the valley's Read More... approaches; follow in the (possible) footsteps of Hannibal; reach the summit of Dent Parrachée; two-wheeled and roped adventures add adrenalin sport opportunities for a 'mix and match' visit!

The Haute Maurienne valley is perfect for a whole range of alpine adventures and activities. The routes in this guide range from short walks and cycle rides for the whole family to long mountaineering routes to the highest summits. Whether you and your holiday companions are adrenalin junkies or Alpine ramblers, or a mixture of both, there’s plenty to keep everyone happy, day after day. Routes are clearly described and illustrated with maps, topos and profiles, as well as inspiring photos of mountain-lovers in action among the Alpine scenery. Activities included are: