{"id":26786,"date":"2026-10-09T13:31:06","date_gmt":"2026-10-09T11:31:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.camping-eden-savoie.com\/?p=26786"},"modified":"2026-10-09T13:31:07","modified_gmt":"2026-10-09T11:31:07","slug":"aiguille-de-la-grande-sassiere","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.camping-eden-savoie.com\/en\/travel-guide\/aiguille-de-la-grande-sassiere\/","title":{"rendered":"Take on the challenge of the Aiguille de la Grande Sassi\u00e8re"},"content":{"rendered":"

What a great challenge it is to climb the Aiguille de la Grande Sassi\u00e8re<\/strong>! Looking for a high-mountain route<\/strong> that works your legs as much as it delights your eyes? Then pack your bag, because this legendary ascent in the Graian<\/strong> Alps<\/strong> is for you! Rising to 3,747 m<\/strong>, this summit promises an adventure you will not forget in a hurry. Every serious walker should have this hike under their belt! Ready to take on one of the highest hiking ascents in Europe<\/strong> during your holiday at our campsite in Savoie<\/a>?<\/p>\n

The route description for the Aiguille de la Grande Sassi\u00e8re<\/h2>\n

During your holidays in Savoie<\/a>, go for this 12 km return<\/strong> alpine hike, with 1,500 m of ascent<\/strong>! The full route takes between 7 and 9 hours of walking<\/strong>. It is clearly no small feat. To make your ascent of the Aiguille de la Grande Sassi\u00e8re<\/strong> easier, here are the key stages you absolutely need to know!<\/p>\n

The hamlet of Le Saut, starting point of an unforgettable adventure<\/h3>\n

Where does this incredible hike begin? The start is at the hamlet of Le Saut<\/strong>, in the Tignes<\/strong> area. You will find a free car park near the<\/strong> Chevril dam<\/strong>, 32 km from our Camping L\u2019Eden de la Vanoise<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

To reach this starting point, take the D902<\/strong> from our campsite towards the Tignes dam road<\/strong>. To make the most of the route, it is essential to arrive early in the morning<\/strong>. The time saved will let you start the climb up the Aiguille de la Grande Sassi\u00e8re<\/strong> away from the crowds.<\/p>\n

Pastures and Lac de la Sassi\u00e8re<\/h3>\n

The trail starts gently through alpine meadows<\/strong>. It is the perfect time to warm up and find your cruising pace. Your first goal? Lac de la Sassi\u00e8re<\/strong>!<\/p>\n

From the car park, follow this wide path to the lake before turning left at the sign for the Aiguille de la Grande Sassi\u00e8re<\/strong>. This is where the real climb begins, with steep slopes<\/strong> that already reveal views of Lac du Saut<\/strong> and the Vanoise valley<\/strong>. A short section equipped with metal handholds awaits you before you overlook Lac du Chevril<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Mineral cirque and glacier<\/h3>\n

The path continues alongside the Rocher de la Davie<\/strong>. Some hikers choose this rock as an alternative when the Aiguille de la Grande Sassi\u00e8re<\/strong> has too much snow.<\/p>\n

From here, the terrain becomes rockier<\/strong>! You will soon reach a ridge with a panoramic view over Lac de la Sassi\u00e8re<\/strong> and the Tsanteleina<\/strong>. From there, you will clearly see the imposing face of the Grande Sassi\u00e8re<\/strong> and the long glacier<\/strong> that marks the next part of the ascent. Although it is tempting to venture onto it, we strongly advise you to stay on the trail. The ice can be unstable, making this section slippery.<\/p>\n

The summit pyramid<\/h3>\n

The last section before the summit is the most demanding<\/strong>, so do not give up! The trail crosses a scree of stone slabs, flat and unstable stones that require maximum concentration. Progress can become slow and exhausting, all the more so if snow still lingers on the upper part of the Aiguille. Some passages are slippery. Caution and vigilance<\/strong> are therefore essential!<\/p>\n

Once at the top of the Grande Sassi\u00e8re<\/strong>, you reach the highest point of this hike<\/strong> on the French-Italian border<\/strong>. The panorama is exceptional, with the Sassi\u00e8re and Fond glaciers<\/strong> on one side and the Rh\u00eames-Golette and Gliairetta<\/strong> glaciers on the other. You can be proud of your achievement!<\/p>\n