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Champorcher – Dondena Hut loop from Le Mellier

Champorcher – Dondena Hut loop from Le Mellier

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Champorcher – Dondena Hut loop from Le Mellier

03:32

32.8km

1,360m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 28, 2026

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2.60 km

Champorcher

Highlight • Mountain Hut

a pleasant, easy, fun excursion even downhill.

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7.11 km

Bois Pessey

Forest

11.5 km

Dondena

Highlight • Settlement

11.8 km

Royal Road

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Champrocher Royal Road is a charming historical route commissioned in the 18th century by the House of Savoy. It connected the valley floor with the hunting lodges, facilitating the …

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12.6 km

Dondena Hut

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Located at an altitude of 2,192 meters, the Dondena refuge is a former royal hunting lodge that still retains an original section dating back to the late 19th century.

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15.8 km

Ascent to Lago Miserin from Rifugio Dondena

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The climb is entirely pedalable even if you're muscular, with excellent training, otherwise there are two or three short stretches which mostly cause the road to crumble and force you to portage

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16.4 km

Misérin Hut

Highlight • Mountain Hut

In the past, the Misérin Refuge was a hospice for pilgrims who reached the Sanctuary of the Madonna delle Nevi. It is located at 2,582 meters above sea level, on …

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24.9 km