Things to Do around Hautecour

Hautecour offers a range of outdoor activities including road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, mountain biking, hiking, and mountaineering. The region features diverse terrain from gentle paths to challenging mountain ascents. More than 10 routes are available for exploration.

Hautecour provides road cycling routes with significant elevation changes and scenic views. The Montée de Hautecour from Moutiers is a challenging climb, stretching 6 miles (9.68 km) with an ascent of 2,280 feet (695 meters). Another option is the Côte de Montgirod-Hautecour, known for its quiet roads and hairpin turns. For more details, refer to Road Cycling Routes around Hautecour.

The Coeur de Tarentaise area, including Hautecour, offers numerous mountain biking routes, adapted and signposted for various difficulty levels. A notable loop sets off from the artificial lake in Le Breuil, leading through Hautecour to Montgirod. This route combines natural beauty with cultural and archaeological points of interest. Find more information in MTB Trails around Hautecour.

Hautecour offers a range of trails for hiking, from gentle walks around the artificial lake of La Trappe to more demanding ascents. The summit of Quermoz, at 7,533 feet (2,296 meters), is accessible via hiking trails. The Lez'arts open-air art trail also provides a unique walking experience. Explore options with Hiking around Hautecour and Mountain Hikes around Hautecour.

Hautecour provides various trails suitable for jogging and running. These include gentle paths around the artificial lake of La Trappe and the Lez'arts open-air art trail, which combines physical activity with artistic discovery. For more details, consult Running Trails around Hautecour.

Hautecour offers options suitable for families, such as gentle walks around the artificial lake of La Trappe. The Lez'arts open-air art trail also provides an engaging and accessible experience for various ages. Many trails through forests and pastures offer varied landscapes for leisurely exploration.

Hautecour features several natural landmarks, including the artificial lake of La Trappe in Le Breuil, where fishing is permitted from early June. Prominent peaks like Mont Coin (8,329 feet / 2,539 meters) and Le Quermoz (7,533 feet / 2,296 meters) offer panoramic views. The area also has extensive forests and lush Alpine pastures.

Road cycling in Hautecour can be challenging due to significant elevation changes. The Montée de Hautecour, for example, has an average gradient of 7.2% and maximum gradients of 11%. Routes like the Côte de Montgirod-Hautecour also feature numerous bends and hairpin turns, providing an Alpine cycling experience.

Hautecour is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 45,000 visitors having explored its routes. The available routes have an average rating of 4.49 out of 5 stars, based on over 1,500 ratings. There are more than 10 routes documented for various sports.

Komoot offers several guides for Hautecour, including Road Cycling Routes around Hautecour, Cycling around Hautecour, Running Trails around Hautecour, MTB Trails around Hautecour, Hiking around Hautecour, Mountain Hikes around Hautecour, and Gravel biking around Hautecour.

For official tourism information regarding Hautecour, contact Coeur de Tarentaise Tourisme. The phone number is +33 4 79 24 02 62. Information about the commune is also available through the Coeur de Tarentaise Tourisme platform.

The varied terrain of Hautecour, encompassing hamlets, forests, and pastures, is suitable for touring cyclists. Riders can explore the cultural and natural heritage of Hautecour's five hamlets, situated between 2,950 and 3,940 feet (900 and 1,200 meters) of altitude. A dedicated guide is available: Cycling around Hautecour.