Les Trois Fontaines

Technical Description

Approach from the gondola : 10 minutes

Via ferrata departure height : 2200m

Route length : 350m - Difference in height : 40 m

Timing : 1h to 1h30 - Orientation : East

Degree of difficulty : a little difficult to quite difficult.

Return timing : 5 minutes

Characteristics

Pleasant crossing route in a high mountain atmosphere. A monkey bridge, a suspension bridge and a trunk will allow you to clear the couloirs and give you a thrill. Two possible escape exits.

Les Lacs Robert

Technical Description

Approach from the gondola : 20 minutes

Via ferrata departure height : 2050m

Route length : 300m - Difference in height : 150m

Timing : 1h30 to 2h

Orientation : East / South-East

Degree of difficulty : quite difficult.

Return timing : 20 minutes

Characteristics

This via ferrata is slightly more difficult than Les 3 Fontaines. The route is gradual. It consists of clearing walls, separated by platforms and slabs crossings leading to a footbridge. You will exit climbing up a pillar.

Do’s and Don’ts

Before embarking on a via ferrata, it is essential to have the appropriate gear and know perfectly its use as well as the climbing techniques. In a via ferrata, the shocks resulting from a fall are extremely violent. No equipment can resist. The use of a shock-absorber and/or a rope are therefore essential. This route is done under your own responsibility

Attention / advice

Respect the direction of the route. Do not embark on the via ferrata by stormy weather, when the routes are slippery, icy or snow-covered. Do not move away from the route : Rocks may fall.
 

Via ferrata maps available at Tourist Office

Gear rental :
Intersport Chamrousse 1650 : +33(0)4.76.89.90.89
Sport 2000 Chamrousse 1750 : +33(0)4.76.89.96.87
 

We advise everybody and especially beginners to ask for a guide : you will find information at the Tourist Office or at the Maison de la Montagne.