Hiking - Col du Soufre
A one or two day hike with overnight stay at the Refuge du Saut following in the footsteps of the glaciers from the Plan de Tuéda National Nature Reserve. From the valley to the pass, through the forest, alpine pastures, mineral landscapes and finally the glaciers!
"""I am always dazzled by the diversity of colours and geological variety encountered on this route. In addition to the stunning views, you will be disoriented like I was by this high mountain glacial atmosphere which, like the desert, is conducive to serenity and meditation.” Danièle Bonnevie, Vanoise National Park ranger"
"From the Méribel-Mottaret car park, follow the vehicle track that runs through the Tuéda plateau. Still on the track, climb up to the bar to reach the Plateau du Fruit, up to the Refuge du Saut. At the refuge take the valley on the right, in the direction of ""Col du Soufre"". Please note that this route has no amenities. Follow the valley and on the left of the glacial tongue of Gébroulaz, go as far as the Col du Soufre. To return, follow the same route."
Dogs are not permitted beyond the Plan de Tuéda plateau; take a sufficient supply of water for the day. An overnight stay at the Refuge du Saut is possible upon reservation to split the itinerary over 2 days. Make sure you take the IGN map 25 card n ° 3534 OT “Les Trois Vallées”; route recommended in August, after the snow has melted. Part of the route runs through a nature reserve; refer to the reserve’s specific regulations.
"""I am always dazzled by the diversity of colours and geological variety encountered on this route. In addition to the stunning views, you will be disoriented like I was by this high mountain glacial atmosphere which, like the desert, is conducive to serenity and meditation.” Danièle Bonnevie, Vanoise National Park ranger"
"From the Méribel-Mottaret car park, follow the vehicle track that runs through the Tuéda plateau. Still on the track, climb up to the bar to reach the Plateau du Fruit, up to the Refuge du Saut. At the refuge take the valley on the right, in the direction of ""Col du Soufre"". Please note that this route has no amenities. Follow the valley and on the left of the glacial tongue of Gébroulaz, go as far as the Col du Soufre. To return, follow the same route."
Dogs are not permitted beyond the Plan de Tuéda plateau; take a sufficient supply of water for the day. An overnight stay at the Refuge du Saut is possible upon reservation to split the itinerary over 2 days. Make sure you take the IGN map 25 card n ° 3534 OT “Les Trois Vallées”; route recommended in August, after the snow has melted. Part of the route runs through a nature reserve; refer to the reserve’s specific regulations.