Hiking trails in the Maurienne Valley
With its blend of Alpine peaks, mountain pastures, and rich heritage, the Maurienne valley is a prime destination for hiking enthusiasts.
Here are four routes to help you discover the landscape at your own pace.
15 km from the hotel
Starting from the Maison Forestière de l’Oullaz in Jarrier, the hike to Le Grand Châtelard is suited to intermediate-level walkers.
Allow about 3.5 hours for the round trip; the route involves an elevation gain of 600 meters and offers a great vantage point over the Savoyard landscape.
📍 Starting point: Maison Forestière de l'Oullaz, 73300 Jarrier
🟢 Level: moderate
⏰ Duration: approx. 3.5 hours (round trip)
📈 Elevation gain: 600 meters
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20 km from the hotel
Instantly recognizable by their slender silhouettes, Les Aiguilles d’Arves are one of the Maurienne valley’s iconic landmarks.
Starting from Chalmieu (in Albiez-Montrond), this walk is accessible to all and offers stunning mountain scenery.
Allow about two hours for the walk.
📍 Starting point: Chalmieu car park, 73530 Albiez-Montrond
🟢 Level: easy
⏰ Duration: approx. 2 hours (round trip)
📈 Elevation gain: 280 meters
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33 km from the hotel
Starting from the Col du Glandon, this hike is of moderate difficulty and takes about four hours round-trip.
With an elevation gain of 660 meters, the Col de la Croix route is best suited to walkers accustomed to mountain hiking.
📍 Starting point: Col du Glandon car park, 73130 Saint-Colomban-des-Villards
🟠 Difficulty: Moderate
⏰ Duration: Approx. 4 hours (round trip)
📈 Elevation gain: 660 meters
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34 kilometers from the hotel
Located in Aussois, the Esseillon Forts offer a combination of scenic walks and historical discovery.
Several routes allow you to explore this impressive fortified complex.
📍 Starting point: Fort Victor-Emmanuel, 73500 Aussois
🟢 Difficulty: Easy
⏰ Duration: 1 to 2.5 hours (round trip)
📈 Elevation gain: 100 meters
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After a day of hiking, return to the comfort of your hotel in Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne.
The Best Western Cœur de Maurienne enjoys a prime location in the valley, perfect for enjoying outdoor activities.
You will appreciate the comfort of our rooms and the rooftop terrace facing the mountains.
After your workout or hike, treat yourself to a break at the L’Équilibre Spa or make use of the fitness center.
The hotel also offers free secure parking and a 24-hour reception.
Here are four routes to help you discover the landscape at your own pace.
Le Grand Châtelard: a scenic hike
15 km from the hotelStarting from the Maison Forestière de l’Oullaz in Jarrier, the hike to Le Grand Châtelard is suited to intermediate-level walkers.
Allow about 3.5 hours for the round trip; the route involves an elevation gain of 600 meters and offers a great vantage point over the Savoyard landscape.
📍 Starting point: Maison Forestière de l'Oullaz, 73300 Jarrier
🟢 Level: moderate
⏰ Duration: approx. 3.5 hours (round trip)
📈 Elevation gain: 600 meters
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Les Aiguilles d’Arves: a walk for everyone
20 km from the hotelInstantly recognizable by their slender silhouettes, Les Aiguilles d’Arves are one of the Maurienne valley’s iconic landmarks.
Starting from Chalmieu (in Albiez-Montrond), this walk is accessible to all and offers stunning mountain scenery.
Allow about two hours for the walk.
📍 Starting point: Chalmieu car park, 73530 Albiez-Montrond
🟢 Level: easy
⏰ Duration: approx. 2 hours (round trip)
📈 Elevation gain: 280 meters
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Col de la Croix: in the heart of the Alpine landscape
33 km from the hotelStarting from the Col du Glandon, this hike is of moderate difficulty and takes about four hours round-trip.
With an elevation gain of 660 meters, the Col de la Croix route is best suited to walkers accustomed to mountain hiking.
📍 Starting point: Col du Glandon car park, 73130 Saint-Colomban-des-Villards
🟠 Difficulty: Moderate
⏰ Duration: Approx. 4 hours (round trip)
📈 Elevation gain: 660 meters
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The Esseillon Forts: A mix of hiking and heritage
34 kilometers from the hotelLocated in Aussois, the Esseillon Forts offer a combination of scenic walks and historical discovery.
Several routes allow you to explore this impressive fortified complex.
📍 Starting point: Fort Victor-Emmanuel, 73500 Aussois
🟢 Difficulty: Easy
⏰ Duration: 1 to 2.5 hours (round trip)
📈 Elevation gain: 100 meters
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Stay at a hotel in the heart of the Maurienne Valley
After a day of hiking, return to the comfort of your hotel in Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne.
The Best Western Cœur de Maurienne enjoys a prime location in the valley, perfect for enjoying outdoor activities.
You will appreciate the comfort of our rooms and the rooftop terrace facing the mountains.
After your workout or hike, treat yourself to a break at the L’Équilibre Spa or make use of the fitness center.
The hotel also offers free secure parking and a 24-hour reception.
