Discovering the Beaufortain Mountains
The Beaufortain massif is nestled between Mont Blanc, the Vanoise, and the Aravis mountains. It boasts harmonious ridges and verdant valleys, alternating between spruce forests, flowering alpine pastures, and perched glaciers. Dominated by the iconic silhouettes of Pierra Menta and Roignais, it opens onto a mosaic of high-altitude lakes—including the spectacular Roselend Dam and the peaceful Saint-Guérin Lake.
The Tour du Beaufortain Guidebook
The Tour du Beaufortain Guidebook is an essential guide for hiking the 100-km GR de Pays, which encircles Pierra Menta and the Roselend Dam, in 6 to 8 days. The guide also offers alternative stages for reaching accommodations or completing shorter loops. Produced by the FFRandonnée (French Hiking Federation), it details each stage—duration, elevation gain, family or alpine options—and provides elevation gain, time, guidance, IGN maps at a scale of 1:25,000, and downloadable GPS tracks. It includes a list of mountain huts, lodges, and bivouac sites, weather and safety advice, as well as information on alpine flora, the history of dams, and the production of the famous Beaufort cheese. The guidebook is known for being compact, waterproof, and easy to carry and store in your backpack. It's a valuable aid for planning your stages and days, identifying key passages (Bresson, Coin, and Grand Fond passes), and fully enjoying the panoramic views of Mont Blanc, the Vanoise, and the Aravis mountains. Whether you're planning four active days or a contemplative week, the guidebook guarantees a peaceful adventure in the heart of this Savoyard "Little Tyrol."
This guide includes:
- Marked routes in the field
- Trails classified by difficulty level
- 1 to 10 days of hiking, looped or in stages
- FFRP expertise combined with IGN maps
- Essential practical information
- Texts for exploring the region, photos, and illustrations
Features:
- Edition: 2025
- Language: French
- Dimensions: 21 x 13.4 cm
- Weight: 200 grams
- Publisher: FFRP
