Hiking to the tip of La Norma

Name: Hiking to the tip of La Norma
Address: Sommet de la télécabine du Mélèzet, La Norma, 73500
Telephone: 04 79 05 99 06
Price range: Free access.

La Norma

A full panorama of peaks lies at your fingertips. Altitude calls out to you and, on this hike, it seems the peaks have no limits. Discover the panoramic views that have made the resort famous in all seasons.

Description

Who'd think the sense of escape could be so strong as you kick off your hike from the ski slopes of La Norma? Soon, spruce trees of all ages surround you as you walk through a shady forest. Intrepid squirrels may escort you some of the way. Skipping from branch to branch or sprinting at the edge of the paths, they'll spark your curiosity as you pass through the forest. Soon, the ski slopes give way to high-altitude meadows where herds graze in summer. Here, on "ubac" (north-facing slope), the mountain gets rocky and rugged at a lower alpine zone than on "adret" (south-facing slope). All of a sudden, the hike's reward jumps out at you! A panoramic view of the Vanoise, the Écrins and Italy. Enjoy! It's a good diea to leave early in the morning, in order to reach your destination before the sun is at the zenith. The descent will be more comfortable and you can happily take as many refreshing breaks as you need.

Additional welcome

The duration of hiking trails is calculated using reference paces: 300 m/h ascent, 500 m/h descent and 4 km/h on the flat.

As hazards may occur at any time on the routes, the GPX tracks provided are not contractual. They are given for information only. Riders use them at their own risk, depending on their level of technological proficiency and their understanding of the terrain.

Minimum age: 14

Environments

Forest location
Mountain view
Mountain location
Close to GR footpath
Presence of livestock and guard dogs

Rates

Free access.

Itinerary

Distance 11km
Route type Round trip
Elevation gain 1000m
Negative gradient 1000m
Daily duration 04h30
Signposted itinerary Yes
Beaconing accuracy Departmental signposting (PR)
Nature of the land Stone, Ground, Grit, Not suitable for strollers
Maximum altitude 2922m

Opening period

From 01/06 to 15/10.
Accessible by ski lift in summer.

Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

Additional opening

Subject to favorable weather
Subject to snow conditions

Location

The hike starts at the top of the Mélézet cable car.
By bus: Line 1 - Rond-point de La Norma stop.
By car: park in the La Norma leisure center parking lot.