Vanoise National Park


France - Avignon - Paris

The Vanoise National Park in France is one of the first National Parks in France. It lies on the south of the Mont Blanc Massif in the region of Savoie.

The Vanoise National Park in France has a total area of 520 square kilometers. The altitudinal range of the park is from 770 meters to 2796 meters. With a wide range of flora and fauna, the park can really boast of preserving some of the rarest species which are on the verge of extinction. The different types of birds include Chamois, ibex, marmots, golden eagles, owls, three toed woodpeckers, and many other species of birds.

The geological composition of the park consists of sedimentary sandstone, limestone, metamorphic schist and gneiss. Established in 1963, the Vanoise National Park in France has since then become extremely popular with tourists. This is one of the reasons why this park forms an integral part of France Tourist Attractions.

The park is divided into two zones; the Central Zone and the Peripheral Zone. Visitors can access the latter without much restriction. The Central zone shares a common border with Italy. It is always advisable that you explore the park by walking on foot. There are approximately 500 kilometers of footpaths crisscrossing the park. One of the great advantages of walking on foot is that you can enjoy the beauty of nature from a closer view.

If you want to climb mountains, you can hire a hiker. The Vanoise National Park in France is undoubtedly one of the best places where Sightseeing in France can be done perfectly. Do not miss out this park.


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