Reserve naturelle de Tignes
A long walk through the untouched nature reserve full of wildlife and rich vegetation
Keep your eyes peeled for the flora and fauna of the nature reserve.
Leaving the hamlet of Tignes Les Boisses, the path initially heads north west underneath the télécabine de la Sache towards the Vallon de la Sache. After a short while the path will enter the depths of the valley next to the trickling stream that makes its way down from the col.
Soon you will reach the Chalet de la Sache d'en Haut. From here the path continues towards the col which should be visible to the west. The trail steepens as it climbs towards the col.
From the top of the col you will be rewarded with uninterrupted views back down the Vallon de la Sache and the Rochers Rouge (3,002m) will be clearly visible to the south.
For the descent follow the same trail back down towards the starting point at Tignes Les Boisses.
What to bring
The route can found on IGN map 3633ET Tignes - Val d'Isere and in the 'Les Sentiers de L'Été' booklet available from the Maison de Tignes tourist office.
What to see
Sights in Tignes
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Vanoise National Park
Located 17.7 km away
The Vanoise National Park is one of the highlights of the Tarentaise region.
Where to lunch
Restaurants in Tignes
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Les 3 Caves Restaurant
La Folie Douce Val d'Isère opened a new kind of restaurant: Les 3 Caves. A unique experience with exceptional products worked with flavour and refinement.
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Lo Soli Restaurant
Located in Tignes
This restaurant situated on the massif de l'Aiguille Percée, between Tignes le Lac and Tignes Les Boisses is open for lunch.
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L'Arti Restaurant
Located in Tignes
Dine in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, in a restaurant that evokes mountain charm mixed with a touch of the seventies.
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La Cucùcina Restaurant
Located in Val d’Isere
Located at the top of the Daille bubble, within the celebrated La Folie Douce hotspot, enjoy gourmet Italian cuisine prepared by a renowned chef and his Italian team.
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L'Alpage des Chaudannes Restaurant
Located in Tignes
This cosy restaurant is located on the massif de L'Aiguille Percée, between Tignes le Lac and Tignes les Boisses.
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La Fruitière Restaurant
Located in Val d’Isere
Located at the top of the Daille bubble, within the celebrated La Folie Douce après-ski and gourmet hotspot, La Fruitière serves delicious modern dishes based on traditional flavours.
What to do
Things To Do in Tignes
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Whitewater Rafting
Located in Tignes
Rafting is the most accessible water sports activity on offer. Whether you are looking for an amateur sport, a nature experience or simply a first taste of what a river can offer, you will love this activity!
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Reverse Heliski/Heliboard
Legal in France, so accessible from your doorstep, it’s the perfect way to combine helicopters, skiing / snowboarding and huge vertical meterage without bearing the brunt of full Heliski day prices. Using ski lifts to reach the summit of resort, then ski backcountry reaching terrain often inaccessible without a helicopter where you’ll get picked up and taken back to resort.
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Chemin des Berger Quad & Buggy Tour, Bourg St Maurice
Located in Tignes
Explore the mountain paths and take advantage of the wonderful backdrop on one of these 4x4 vehicles.
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Le Lagon Sports Centre
Watersports complex in Tignes with swimming pool, gym and fitness suite, and a wellness centre.
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Tignes Snowmobile Activity Company
Snowmobiles are illegal on the pistes during the day but once the slopes are closed you can get out on your Skidoo and discover Tignes under the stars.
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Bungee Trampoline
This is great fun for kids and young adults (up to 80kg). Safely strapped into a harness you can jump high on the trampoline and even learn some tricks.
Where to stay
Hotels in Tignes
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Denali Residence
Located in Tignes
This residence is ideally located near the ski lifts, shops and restaurants in Tignes Le Lac resort.
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Les Suites du Val Claret Residence
Located in Tignes
This residence is situated in a great location just 200 metres from the lifts and the funicular that leads up to the Glacier. It is also conveniently located above a ski shop and just a short walk from all Val Clarets bars and restaurants.
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Almes 2 Residence
Located in Tignes
This residence is ideally located just 200 metres from the ski lifts and a 5-minute walk from the shops and restaurants in resort.
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Le Refuge Hotel
Located in the centre of Tignes Le Lac, this hotel faces the Grande Motte glacier and the lake, making it ideal for both summer and winter holidays.
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Inter-Apartment Residence
Located in Tignes
All the apartments in the Residence Maeva Inter-Residences have been refurbished, which is less than 200 m from the lively centre of Tignes-Val Claret. This residence with a private swimming pool consists of a single building.
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Almes 1 Residence
Located in Tignes
This newly built residence is situated in a great location, just 50 metres from the lift. It is possible to ski back to the door in winter and it is also just a short walk from all local amenities within the resort.