To try the adventure of bivouacking in the Vanoise National Park is to come face to face with an unspoilt and grandiose natural environment.
Over 400 kilometres of groomed trails wind around high altitude lakes, through rhododendron moorland and across mountain pastures. Beyond the coniferous forests, good climbers can tackle the glacial expanses and the majestic Grande Motte glacier. More contemplative hikers will surely have the chance to spot ibex or catch the majestic flight of the bearded vulture.
So if you feel like pushing back the walls of your flat or your legs get excited at the sight of the smallest patch of lawn, the return of the fine weather will whet your appetite for the great outdoors! To make the most of the natural setting that Tignes has to offer during a bivouac, there are a few rules to follow before you pitch your tent.
Fans of rooms with a view rejoice! Tonight, you'll be pitching your tent in some of the most beautiful scenery in the Alps, right next to the legendary peaks of La Grande Motte, La Grande Casse and La Grande Sassière.
As Tignes is the gateway to the Vanoise National Park, bivouacs are permitted from 1 June to 30 September, and only in the immediate vicinity of certain refuges. There are 22 refuges in the Vanoise National Park to welcome you by reservation, in exchange for a small fee (€5 per person). In Tignes, come and discover the Col du Palet refuge and the La Martin refuge, two not-to-be-missed huts offering a warm welcome in the heart of our mountains.
Unlike most protected areas, the Vanoise National Park is distinguished by its extensive network of high-altitude accommodation: whatever your itinerary, you are always sure to find a refuge.
This is an added bonus for the wild environment: no pollution or damage caused by the widespread use of bivouacs. Preserved in this way, nature is all the more majestic for it. A good reason not to pitch your tent just anywhere!
For an overnight stay or a tour lasting several days, the Park gives you the opportunity to set off in the best possible conditions, as long as you book your bivouac in advance.
Bivouacs are permitted in the vicinity of participating refuges, in a site identified for this purpose. Don't worry, though, there's no ribboned area!
Free and independent spirits will be able to commune with nature while accessing a number of amenities:
A real bonus: the hut warden will be happy to assist you, share his knowledge of the mountains and add to your experience. Handy when you need a weather report or hiking advice!
So, are you ready to savour the experience?
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