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Things to see in Doucy-en-Tarentaise (France): 94 places and when to go
Doucy-en-Tarentaise is a town in France, and this site lists 94 places in and around it, mainly Mountains (77), Nature (58), Hiking (21). The best known are Tremplin du Praz, Grand Pic de la Lauzière and Grand Arc. The best time to come is July to September; also possible: October to June. In June there are 15 h 28 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 32. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- France · 45.487, 6.456
- Places
- 94 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Mountains (77) · Nature (58) · Hiking (21) · Food and drink (5) · Snow (3) · With kids (3)
- Best time
- July to September.
- Also possible
- October to June.
- Nearest airport
- LYS Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône, 110 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Cheval Noir, at 2,832 m.
What to see in Doucy-en-Tarentaise
The places in and around Doucy-en-Tarentaise, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Tremplin du PrazSki jumping hill complex at Le Praz, France14 km
- Grand Pic de la LauzièreMountain in France7.7 km
- Grand ArcMountain in France11 km
- Cheval NoirMountain in the French Alps, Savoie8.0 km
- Mont JovetMountain in France14 km
- Refuge du Mont JovetHistoric building14 km
- Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-la-Vie de Saint-Martin-de-BellevilleChapel located in Savoie, in France13 km
- Château d'ÉpierreHistory13 km
- Crève-TêteSummit4.1 km
- la Grande LancheSummit14 km
- GR 738 (France)Long distance hiking route in France15 km
- Le Bellachat ou Pointe du Mont du FûtSummit13 km
- Le Gros VillanMountain in France8.8 km
- Mollard des BœufsSummit13 km
- Pointe d'AigueSummit10 km
- Pointe de Combe BronsinSummit5.9 km
- Pointe de l'ArbenneSummit6.1 km
- Pointe de la FenêtreSummit15 km
- Pointe de Plan ContazSummit12 km
- Pointe de ValbucheSummit14 km
- Pointe des AranglesSummit5.9 km
- Pointe du MottetSummit7.2 km
- Roc MarchandSummit in France12 km
- Roc RougeSummit11 km
And the other 70, by what you come to do:
- Nature: Rocher du Cougne, Aiguilles de la Balme, Croix de Sécheron, Dos de Crêt Voland, Dou de la Grange à Marc, Dou de Moutiers, Dou des Cornes, L'Homme de Beurre, La Biettaz, La Dent, La Dent du Corbeau, La Grande Muraille, La Louche Percée, Le Grand Cretet, Le Grand Mas, Le Quermoz, Les Teurs, Mont Bellacha, Mont de la Perrière, Montagne de Beaudin, Montagne de Tête, Pic de Lachat, Pic du Rognolet, Pointe de Colomban, Pointe de Freydon, Pointe de la Lèvrière, Pointe de Pélève, Pointe du Cuchet, Pointe du Dzonfié, Pointe du Grand Niélard, Pointe du Niélard, Pointe du Rozet, Roche Bénite, Rocher de Praz Bégnay, Rocher de Sarvatan, Rocher du Grand Jet, Rocher du Pays, Tête du Jarset, Tour de la Flachère
- Food and drink: Bières Du Galta, Brasserie du Grand Pic, Brasserie l'Antidote, Brassin Versant - Bière de Granier, Le Baricou
- Mountains: Cabane des Cornaches, Chalet de la Platière, Chalet de la Vénitier, Chalet des Bachals, Chalet du Plan du Jeu, Chalet du Tour, Chalet Raymond Derex (Le Bozon), Chalet-Refuge de la Thuile, Crêt-Coquet, Le Planet, Les Michellettes, Refuge de la Coire, Refuge de la Traye, Refuge de Plan Lombardie, Refuge du lac de la Grande Léchère, Refuge du Marret, Refuge le Nant Brun, Refuge Le Trait d'Union
- Hiking: Grand Tour de Tarentaise 1. La Léchère -> La Coire
- Stargazing: L'Écho des Étoiles
- With kids: La Forêt des Aventuriers, Poule Wake Park, WAM Park
- Snow: Le Grand Domaine, Nâves
- Hot springs: Thermes de Brides les Bains
When to go to Doucy-en-Tarentaise
The best time to visit Doucy-en-Tarentaise is July to September; also possible: October to June. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:53
- FebPossible10:09
- MarPossible11:37
- AprPossible13:18
- MayPossible14:42
- JunPossible15:28
- JulBest time15:09
- AugBest time13:56
- SepBest time12:18
- OctPossible10:41
- NovPossible9:15
- DecPossible8:32
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 28 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 32. In July, 90 of the 94 places are at their best.
When to go to France in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Doucy-en-Tarentaise
The nearest main airport is Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS, Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône), 110 km as the crow flies. How to get around France (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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And all of France, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Doucy-en-Tarentaise?
The best known: Tremplin du Praz, Grand Pic de la Lauzière, Grand Arc, Cheval Noir, Mont Jovet. In all, 94 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Doucy-en-Tarentaise?
July to September; also possible: October to June. In June there are 15 h 28 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 32.
How do you get to Doucy-en-Tarentaise?
The nearest main airport is Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS), 110 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Doucy-en-Tarentaise as the destination and these 94 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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