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Why choose a trail at Parc national de la Vanoise?
The Vanoise National Park is located in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, straddling the departments of Savoie and Haute-Savoie. It is the oldest French national park, created in 1963. It covers an area of 1,350 km² and has more than 100,000 inhabitants.
The Vanoise National Park is a protected natural area that includes a wide variety of landscapes and animal and plant species. These include glaciers, forests, lakes and mountains. The park is also a place for skiing and snowboarding.
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The trailhead for the Vanoise National Park is located in Pralognan-la-Vanoise, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes.
Why visit Parc national de la Vanoise
The Vanoise National Park is located in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, and is one of the oldest French national parks. It was created in 1963, and is composed of over 1,000 km² of mountainous territory. The park is ideal for nature lovers and hikers, as it offers many trails and routes through its spectacular landscapes. Skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts will also be delighted, as the park has several ski resorts and snow parks.
Things not to be missed
The activities to do near the Vanoise National Park are many and varied. Hiking and ski mountaineering enthusiasts will be pleased, as the scenery offered by this region is breathtaking. Lakes and glaciers are an integral part of the scenery, and there are many possibilities for excursions. Rafting and canyoning enthusiasts will also be able to let off steam here, as will cyclists who can take the many marked trails.
Activities: hiking, skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, ice skating.
Things not to miss: the Mont Pourri, the Vanoise glaciers, the Lac du Chevril.
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