★ 3.4Rating
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The Camper’s take
Updated June 2026
Small parking at Col des Aravis (1,600 m) with stunning views of Pointe Percée. Tight but flat terrain at the heart of the Aravis massif. Steep, winding access road, closed in winter. Excellent trailhead for hiking and mountain biking. Very calm atmosphere in evenings despite grazing livestock. Two traditional Savoyard inns nearby. Note: overnight parking only by the chapel; daytime picnic area.
Highlights
- Stunning panoramic view of the Pointe Percée
- Very quiet in the evenings with an authentic mountain vibe
- Numerous hiking and mountain biking trailheads
- Nearby Savoyard restaurants/inns
Good to know
- Main road access is steep and winding, closed at the first snowfall.
- Road restricted for certain vehicles; road conditions vary
- Very limited space, often full during the day
- Strict parking: overnight only near the chapel
Motorhome access : Difficult access: steep, winding uphill road with sharp turns, restricted for some vehicles, stony surface. Road closed in winter/snow. Very tight space at the top.
Best for
hikersmotorhome travellerscalm/nature
Facilities
Bins
Activities nearby
Viewpoint Hiking
Opening hours
Ouvert toute l'année
Street View
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What facilities are available?
Available: Bins.
When is it open?
Ouvert toute l'année
Is it a quiet place?
It varies by season according to traveller reviews.
What can you do nearby?
Nearby: Viewpoint, Hiking.