Viewpoint – Refuge of the Étendard loop from Saint-Sorlin-d'Arves

Mountain biking trails

France

Auvergne Rhône Alpes

Saint-Jean-De-Maurienne

Saint-Sorlin-D'Arves

Viewpoint – Refuge of the Étendard loop from Saint-Sorlin-d'Arves

Hard

4.3

(4)

riders

Viewpoint – Refuge of the Étendard loop from Saint-Sorlin-d'Arves

03:04

23.9km

1,200m

Mountain biking

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

Last updated: August 24, 2026

Tips

Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 612 m for 5.28 km

Closed: • November-May (otherwise open)

Waypoints

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4.94 km

Lac du Laitelet

Highlight • Lake

Beautiful lake with an amazing view of the valley below.
Good spot for a picnic (however there is no shade).

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5.77 km

Col de la Croix de Fer

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There are three different ways to climb to the top of the Col de la Croix de Fer. The most famous is the climb from the Verney dam in the …

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5.99 km

Viewpoint

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There are only magnificent viewpoints...

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6.15 km

Tour des 3 lacs

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10.5 km

Col des Tufs

Mountain Pass

11.2 km

The refuge is managed by the French Federation of Alpine and Mountain Clubs.
You can find running water, cooking equipment, toilets, duvets, and a catering service... And a magnificent setting!
For more information, you can visit the refuge website refugedeletendard.ffcam.fr

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12.1 km

Lake Bramant

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The Grand Lac or Lac Bramant is a
natural lake enhanced by small structures. The relatively easy access, the large size and the presence of 4 species of fish from the salmonid family make it a must in Savoie.

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17.7 km

Departure point for many mountain bike outings

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22.9 km

L'Ouillon

Highlight • Settlement

23.9 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.0 km

7.17 km

2.09 km

484 m

181 m

Surfaces

9.55 km

6.77 km

6.57 km

746 m

308 m

Elevation

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Highest point (2,560 m)

Lowest point (1,560 m)

Weather

Tuesday 10 November

13°C

8°C

78 %

Additional weather tips

There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.

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Comments

June 19, 2025,Ride

Don't take the path up the Combe de la Balme! Especially on an electric bike! Carrying and pushing for 90% of the way to the Grouse restaurant... The rest is much better with some very steep and stony sections...

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