> Challenge yourself on the full 4-day circuit around the Fiz mountain range near Mont Blanc
> Stay in authentic high-altitude refuges surrounded by waterfalls, cliffs, and alpine wildlife
> Experience one of the most spectacular and demanding routes in the French Alps
The 4-day Tour des Fiz is a classic alpine circuit for experienced hikers ready to explore the wilder side of Haute-Savoie. Towering limestone walls, deep valleys, and countless waterfalls define this dramatic landscape between the Mont Blanc and Arve valleys. Each day brings steep climbs, airy traverses, and rewarding descents, revealing the raw beauty of one of the most rugged massifs in the French Alps.
Starting from the panoramic plateau of Plaine-Joux, the route leads you across remote alpine pastures and through the heart of the Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval nature reserve. You’ll spend your nights in characterful mountain refuges such as Refuge de Sales, Refuge des Fonts, and Refuge Alfred Wills — each offering hearty meals and a genuine alpine welcome. Designed for sure-footed hikers with strong fitness, this 4-day Expert Tour des Fiz promises an intense yet unforgettable immersion into the high mountains.