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Névache

Hiking around Mount Thabor (GR 57) – High Valleys

Hard

Hiking around Mount Thabor (GR 57) – High Valleys

21:17

54.8km

3,110m

Hiking

This itinerary around Mont Thabor explores the paths surrounding this emblematic summit of the Cerces massif. The opportunity to immerse yourself in unspoilt nature where the warmth of the refuges mixes with the calm of the peaks.

Departing from the charming village of Névache, you cross varied landscapes, from larch…

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Last updated: May 20, 2026

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Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 28.3 km for 660 m

After 30.9 km for 171 m

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4.21 km

Refuge Buffère

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It is an alpine chalet with a very warm atmosphere. You can eat there and spend the night on half board, winter and summer!

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9.13 km

Refuge du Chardonnet

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The refuge is located in the heart of the Chardonnet valley. It serves as a base camp for enthusiasts of many activities, from climbing to walking and ski touring in winter.

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13.3 km

Ricou Mountain Hut

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A superb mountain refuge with magnificent views. You can sleep and eat there: refugericou.com

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16.3 km

Laval Refuge

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The Laval refuge at an altitude of 2,010 meters is a communal refuge completely rebuilt in a chalet style. It welcomes up to 38 people in a friendly and family atmosphere, divided into six dormitories.

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29.1 km

Mount Thabor

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From the top of its 3,178 meters, Mount Tabor dominates the Cerces massif and the Étroite valley. Until 1947, the summit marked the border between France and Italy. The Treaty …

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36.4 km

Refuge du Thabor

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The Thabor refuge is a pretty little refuge built in the heart of the eponymous massif.
It makes an excellent base camp for the ascent of Mount Thabor which peaks …

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44.1 km

Rifugio Re Magi

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It takes its name from the mountain range that dominates it, the three peaks that can be admired in the distance. This refuge dates back to 1923, the first in …

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54.8 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

21.7 km

17.0 km

13.2 km

1.16 km

916 m

667 m

260 m

Surfaces

17.1 km

15.7 km

11.2 km

8.56 km

2.22 km

103 m

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Highest point (3,140 m)

Lowest point (1,580 m)

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April 26, 2024

This itinerary around Mont Thabor explores the paths surrounding this emblematic summit of the Cerces massif. The opportunity to immerse yourself in unspoilt nature where the warmth of the refuges mixes with the calm of the peaks.



Departing from the charming village of Névache, you cross varied landscapes

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June 18, 2024

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