Waterfalls to see near Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne
If you are a nature lover or a hiking enthusiast, discover the Maurienne Valley and its many waterfalls.
The opportunity to admire magnificent mountain panoramas and climb the hiking trails of Savoie.
With family, friends or solo, set off on an adventure in the heart of the Alps.
This easily accessible waterfall is located between Aussois and Avrieux, at the Saint-Benoît chapel, less than 1 hour from the hotel.
At the foot of the Vanoise massif, this dizzying 90-meter waterfall will amaze you. It is fed by the Plan d'Aval dam, which makes it a natural mist.
In summer, take advantage of the fresh water to cool off a little and share a picnic or barbecue with family or friends thanks to the area set up next door.
You will have the possibility to access it via a hike or to park in the car park located nearby.
Nestled at an altitude of 1850 meters, at the bottom of the Polset valley, this waterfall is only accessible on foot.
Start your hike at the hamlet of Polset towards the lake and admire the splendor of the panorama. You may be lucky enough to see a chamois or a marmot.
Once there, you will be charmed by the beauty of the landscapes.
Here is a major waterfall in the Maurienne installed at barely 600 meters above sea level.
Less than 10 minutes by car from Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne, this is the waterfall to discover if you are short on time. The walk lasts about 20 minutes to the foot of the falls.
It is also very widely visible from the city center of Hermillon.
Be careful, the start of the trail can be difficult to find.
The Best Western Coeur de Maurienne Hotel is ideally located for your Savoyard stay.
Drop off your bags in one of our modern rooms equipped with a private bathroom and a television with Chromecast.
The most motivated can use the equipment in the fitness room.
Also enjoy the wellness area with:
When you wake up, enjoy a delicious breakfast served as an all-you-can-eat buffet.
You will also have the possibility of recharging your electric vehicle using the terminals available in the hotel car park.
The opportunity to admire magnificent mountain panoramas and climb the hiking trails of Savoie.
With family, friends or solo, set off on an adventure in the heart of the Alps.
The Saint-Benoît waterfall
This easily accessible waterfall is located between Aussois and Avrieux, at the Saint-Benoît chapel, less than 1 hour from the hotel.
At the foot of the Vanoise massif, this dizzying 90-meter waterfall will amaze you. It is fed by the Plan d'Aval dam, which makes it a natural mist.
In summer, take advantage of the fresh water to cool off a little and share a picnic or barbecue with family or friends thanks to the area set up next door.
You will have the possibility to access it via a hike or to park in the car park located nearby.
The Polset waterfalls
Nestled at an altitude of 1850 meters, at the bottom of the Polset valley, this waterfall is only accessible on foot.
Start your hike at the hamlet of Polset towards the lake and admire the splendor of the panorama. You may be lucky enough to see a chamois or a marmot.
Once there, you will be charmed by the beauty of the landscapes.
The Hermillon waterfall
Here is a major waterfall in the Maurienne installed at barely 600 meters above sea level.
Less than 10 minutes by car from Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne, this is the waterfall to discover if you are short on time. The walk lasts about 20 minutes to the foot of the falls.
It is also very widely visible from the city center of Hermillon.
Be careful, the start of the trail can be difficult to find.
Choose the comfort of the Hôtel & Spa Coeur de Maurienne
The Best Western Coeur de Maurienne Hotel is ideally located for your Savoyard stay.
Drop off your bags in one of our modern rooms equipped with a private bathroom and a television with Chromecast.
The most motivated can use the equipment in the fitness room.
Also enjoy the wellness area with:
- Alpha sensation hammam and sauna
- Aquavia whirlpool bath
- Wellsystem Medical Plus hydrojet
- Grandform balneotherapy
When you wake up, enjoy a delicious breakfast served as an all-you-can-eat buffet.
You will also have the possibility of recharging your electric vehicle using the terminals available in the hotel car park.