Les Bessons is a high-altitude region characterized by its alpine landscapes and proximity to the Vanoise National Park. This area offers a diverse terrain, from expansive plateaus to challenging mountain paths, making it suitable for several sports like road cycling, hiking, jogging, mountain biking, and more. The natural environment provides a setting for various outdoor pursuits in Les Bessons.
For those seeking things to do in Les Bessons, the region provides more than 10…
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5
hikers
28.3km
07:44
430m
430m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11
hikers
10.9km
03:00
180m
180m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
7.69km
02:05
110m
110m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
22.7km
06:17
410m
410m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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2
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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63
runners
9.08km
01:01
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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19.0km
02:08
250m
250m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
9.93km
01:05
170m
170m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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176
riders
150km
07:38
2,510m
2,510m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

18
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85.7km
04:21
1,300m
1,300m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

11
riders
73.9km
03:29
900m
900m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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18
riders
32.5km
02:53
640m
640m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26.6km
02:20
460m
460m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
riders
27.0km
02:10
360m
360m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5
riders
39.3km
03:17
780m
780m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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12
riders
52.6km
04:07
980m
980m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5
riders
32.7km
02:14
460m
460m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
85.4km
06:20
1,460m
1,460m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
34.7km
02:30
480m
480m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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11
riders
34.7km
02:13
440m
440m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
riders
33.3km
03:02
610m
610m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
10.9km
00:49
130m
130m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Les Bessons offers a range of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Jogging, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The region provides diverse terrain suitable for various skill levels. More information is available in the Road Cycling Routes around Les Bessons guide.
Les Bessons features 13 routes across various sports on komoot. These routes have been explored by more than 4,900 visitors. The average rating for these routes is 4.58 out of 5 stars, based on over 430 ratings.
Yes, Les Bessons is a popular area for road cycling, offering routes that include challenging climbs and scenic rides. Cyclists can find detailed information and routes in the Road Cycling Routes around Les Bessons guide.
Les Bessons provides a variety of hiking trails, ranging from short, family-friendly strolls to more challenging high-altitude paths within or near the Vanoise National Park. There are 4 dedicated hiking routes available on komoot. Explore options in the Hiking around Les Bessons guide.
Yes, Les Bessons offers extensive mountain biking trails, including cross-country and electric-assisted options. The Chantelouve mountain bike area features trails of varying difficulty (green, blue, red, and black). There are 4 mountain biking routes available on komoot, detailed in the MTB Trails around Les Bessons guide.
Gravel biking is an available activity in Les Bessons. The region's diverse terrain, including high-altitude plateaus, provides suitable conditions for gravel biking. A dedicated guide, Gravel biking around Les Bessons, offers route suggestions.
Les Bessons is characterized by its alpine landscapes, including a high-altitude plateau and proximity to the Vanoise National Park. Notable features include the Ludi'lacs Leisure Area with its lakes and the Alpage du Vallon, a mountain pasture at an altitude of 7,500 feet (2,300 m).
Les Bessons offers activities suitable for families, such as short hiking trails and the Ludi'lacs Leisure Area, which provides supervised swimming and other water-based activities. The Chantelouve mountain bike area also includes green and blue trails for less experienced riders.
Komoot offers several guides for Les Bessons, including Road Cycling Routes around Les Bessons, Hiking around Les Bessons, Running Trails around Les Bessons, MTB Trails around Les Bessons, Cycling around Les Bessons, and Gravel biking around Les Bessons.
The Bessans Information Desk, serving as the local tourism office for the area, can be reached by phone. The contact number is +33 (0)4 79 05 99 06. Information is also available through the Haute Maurienne Vanoise tourism website.
Les Bessons is located in the Haute Maurienne Vanoise region, providing access to the Maurienne valley. This valley is recognized as a significant cycling area in the Northern Alps, offering numerous routes and passes for cyclists.

