Ruisseau de la Sassière

The Sassière Creek flows for 9.8 kilometers through the Savoie department, descending from 2,980 meters to 1,780 meters in elevation.

The creek has served as a vital water source for mountain communities in the Tignes valley, supporting local agriculture through generations.

Local shepherds and farmers have developed specific irrigation methods using the creek waters to maintain alpine pastures throughout the seasons.

The hiking trail along the creek extends 7 kilometers to Lake Sassière with an elevation gain of 181 meters, taking approximately 2 hours 40 minutes.

The creek system includes six tributary streams that form an intricate hydrological network contributing to the Rhône River basin.

Location: Tignes

Elevation above the sea: 2,980 m

GPS coordinates: 45.49103,7.03763

Latest update: March 6, 2025 18:32