Virtual tour of the passes
The Pointe d'Emy overlooking the village of Albiez-Montrond is so attractive, it makes you want to walk around it. It makes you want to walk all around it... So take a 4-day tour of the Pointe d'Emy, visiting its neighboring Aiguilles d'Arves via the Col de l'Épaisseur.
Description
Stage 1: Albiez-le-Jeune -> Chalet d'la Croë: 16.7 km / D+ 872 m / D- 165 m
Stage 2: Chalet d'la Croë -> Refuge des Aiguilles d'Arves: 9 km / D+ 910 m / D-738 m
Stage 3: Refuge des Aiguilles d'Arves -> Albanne: 17.4 km / D+ 649 m / D- 1280 m
Stage 4: Albanne -> Albiez-le-Jeune: 13.3 km / D+ 825 m / D- 1087 m
This hike is not accessible if the route is snow-covered or icy.
Period of opening
From 20/06 to 20/09.
Equipment & services
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Public WC
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Car park
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Free car park
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Pets welcome
Prices
Free access.
Languages spoken
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French
Bons plans
We advise you to book accommodation well in advance, given its small capacity.
Recommended equipment :
- Mountain boots suitable for walking on varied terrain (rigid soles)
- Rain gear
- Warm clothing
- Pair of telescopic poles
- Cash (CB terminals not always available in refuges)
Adapted tourism
- Not accessible in a wheelchair
Animals
AcceptedDogs must be kept on a leash due to the presence of herds.