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Lake of the Cows – Col de la Vanoise Refuge loop from Pralognan-la-Vanoise

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Lake of the Cows – Col de la Vanoise Refuge loop from Pralognan-la-Vanoise

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Lake of the Cows – Col de la Vanoise Refuge loop from Pralognan-la-Vanoise

02:41

15.7km

1,090m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 16, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Parc national de la Vanoise (cœur)

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1.17 km

Les Fontanettes

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It is a charming little hamlet which is part of Pralognan-la-Vanoise. The stone houses are really beautiful!

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3.26 km

Barmettes Refuge

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It is a very pretty stone refuge, located at an altitude of 2,010 meters. You can eat and spend the night there.

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4.52 km

The Salt Road

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The Salt Route is a historic site, used since the Bronze Age. Almost a place of pilgrimage!

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5.53 km

Lac des Vaches

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A pretty mountain lake, which can still be completely frozen in June. Bivouac prohibited!

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5.81 km

Lake of the Cows

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It is a very beautiful lake surrounded by peaks, located at 2,318 meters above sea level. A nice path in flat stones allows you to cross it.

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6.95 km

Long Lake

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It is a very pretty alpine lake, surrounded by glaciers.

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7.65 km

Col de la Vanoise Refuge

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The Col de la Vanoise refuge is located at an altitude of 2,518 meters and offers a spectacular view of the Grande Casse. The setting is amazing! It is possible …

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15.0 km

Orientation table

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Here, an orientation table lets you know the peaks around you. The view is superb!

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15.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.19 km

6.04 km

1.76 km

387 m

352 m

Surfaces

5.00 km

4.78 km

4.12 km

977 m

464 m

388 m

Elevation

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Tuesday 26 May

14°C

6°C

22 %

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Lake of the Cows – Col de la Vanoise Refuge loop from Pralognan-la-Vanoise

Les Fontanettes

Barmettes Refuge

The Salt Road

Lac des Vaches

Lake of the Cows

Long Lake

Col de la Vanoise Refuge

Orientation table

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