Arvieux walks

Instead of taking the ‘classic’ ascent via the forest road, opt for a route that climbs more steeply and features much more technical single-track sections – this will give you a good warm-up for the descent towards Les Granges de Furfande, then on to Le Queyron and finally back to Arvieux. I’ve only described the ascent route here. For the descent, use the Col de Furfande route guide , described by morgiou13, available at (2). Given the difficulty of the climb (steep sections and tight, steep hairpin bends), this route is best suited to e-MTBs.

Ascent to the Furfande Refuge from Arvieux via theGR®58. Hike completed on 5 July 2018 as part of a route.

Easy hike. Little elevation gain, which is very gradual, except for a slightly steep 300m trail at the start and 500m at the end. Mostly in the forest, with superb viewpoints over the Guil Valley, then the Souliers Valley and finally Arvieux. 50/50 forest track and trails.

A large circular loop with a 1,000m elevation gain connecting two beautiful mountain lakes from "Les Maisons" near Arvieux.

A short walk with little elevation gain starting from the hamlet of Les Maisons, passing by Lac de Roue and Arvieux.

Étape du GR®5 de La Chalp à Ceillac par le Col du Fromage dans le Queyras authentique et sauvage en passant par Chateau-Queyras.

A circular walk exploring the Clapeyto summer chalets above Brunissard, via the Col du Cros and back via the Col du Lauzon.

This fourteenth stage completes the crossing of the Queyras Massif. From La Chalp, the GR® 5 climbs along the left bank of the Torrent de l’Izoard above Arvieux, then reaches the hamlet of Les Maisons. From there, it heads towards Lac de Roue before descending to Château-Queyras. The route climbs the steep slope on the opposite side, on the right bank of the Torrent de Bramousse, joins a road at a hairpin bend and leaves it at the next one. It continues through the torrent’s valley, reaches the ridge separating the Bramousse and Riou Vert valleys, and, hugging the hillside beneath the peaks of La Selle and Rasis, reaches the Col Fromage. The path descends along the right bank of the Ravin de Rasis to reach Le Villard before arriving at Ceillac, from where it follows the Torrent du Mélezet, alternating between the left and right banks, before reaching the Refuge de la Cime du Mélezet.

A short, easy circular loop that climbs to Lac de Roue via a path through the hamlet of Les Maisons. The return journey is via a forest road.

This is a short, easy circular that starts by following the Canal d'Arvieux and returns via a forest track.

From Souliers, a pretty hamlet in the Queyras, a family hike to Lac Souliers. From there, take a detour via Pic Ouest, at the end of Côte Belle, for its magnificent panoramic view overlooking the Col d’Izoard.

A climb through woodland and pastures to the Col du Tronchet from the hamlet of Brunissard. The viewpoint at the pass is superb. Please note that during the summer of 2026, the circular route via Les Aiguilles will not be possible due to forestry work.

This is a pleasantly varied circular hike thanks to a climb mainly through forest, the lake and its surroundings, the rocky atmosphere of the Casse Déserte and the unusual return route along the bed of the Torrent de l'Izoard. This lake is very popular in July and August because it is easily accessible from the Col d'Izoard road, but this route allows you to enjoy most of the hike in peace and quiet.

Starting from Brunissard, access to a pass on theGR®58, Tour du Queyras.

A long snowshoe walk, first through the woods and then across the mountain pastures above the hamlet of Villargaudin.

A superb circular starting from Brunissard, which takes you to Pic des Esparges Fines after a gradual climb. This is followed by a passage past several lakes, ending at the Chalets de Clapeyto, nestled in a haven of peace. The return via the Col du Cros and the descent into the woods of the same name complete this magnificent walk.

A magnificent snowshoe hike to the Clapeyto chalets.

This circular route around the Col Tronchet takes you to the summit of the Crête de Glaisette, where you can enjoy a remarkable panoramic view of the Queyras mountains.

Long loop to explore the Clapeyto chalets, then climb above to the Terres Blanche ridge where there are several lakes. Return via the Col du Néal and theGR® 5. Well-marked trails. Following the closure of the trail that started from the cross-country ski centre, we will start from the small lake at the entrance to the campsite which is an extra kilometre on the road in summer. This hike can also be done in winter on snowshoes, starting from theGR® 5 between the cross-country ski trails.

A lovely walk to Lac de Roue, mainly through woodland on tracks and forest paths. The return journey from the lake to Fort Queyras follows partly the access track to the lake and partly the unshaded tarmac road leading to Souliers. A picnic by the lake is possible, and the walk can be combined with a visit to the fort.

A must-do hike in Queyras! Furfande is only accessible on foot, snowshoes, skis or mountain bike, making it a village isolated from everything, like a small local "Mafate" (but only inhabited in summer and without the helicopters). Departure from Col de Furfande, the highest point of the hike (2,500 m), accessible by car from mid-June to mid-November. A shorter version is possible by turning left in Les Granges, towards the "Refuge de Furfande". This halves the distance and time.

Circular route that can be done in winter on snowshoes or on foot, setting off from the Guil valley to reach Villargaudin. First through the forest, then across the meadows around the hamlet.

A pleasant walk through the mountain pastures, dotted with lovely ridges and perfectly complemented by the easy climb up the panoramic Pic du Gazon.

This is a particularly pleasant route, starting in the woods and then passing through beautiful mountain pastures, crossing the alpine village of Granges de Furfande and ending at the refuge below the pass of the same name.

The Tour du Queyras, labelledGR®58, is adaptable. The route described, starting from Château Queyras and completed in a group in September 2008, will take you through this natural park, skirting and climbing some 3,000 metres. You will discover the beautiful villages of this park with their well-known names: Ceillac, Saint Véran, Abriés... What's more, in summer the weather is almost always fine. The bright blue sky the next day will quickly make you forget the storm of the previous evening.

This is the first stage of the tour and is an adaptation as the route is not on theGR®58, but it allows you to visit the castle that dominates the Guil pass. (Please note) The Montbardon stopover lodge (Le Cadran Solaire) has been closed since 2018, so the best option from Château Queyras is to go directly to Ceillac via the Col Fromage. (Important note): See this website mentioning the reopening of this lodge for summer 2023.

There is a pretty little lake at an altitude of 2,500 metres and a beautiful view of the Queyras massif from the Tronchet ridge.

If you want to overlook the famous Casse Déserte, known to all cycling enthusiasts and especially fans of the Tour de France, this is the place to go.

This walk, starting from the Furfande refuge, will take you past the magnificent barns and chalets of Furfande and lead you along a path running along a ridge above the Queyras valley, where the River Guil winds its way through, then on to Souliers via an ascent from the hamlet of Les Moullins in the Arvieux valley.

A beautiful, varied route with no difficulty, allowing you to discover several high-altitude lakes in stunning scenery.

Hike to a little-visited peak in Queyras offering a 360° panorama of unrivalled beauty.

Col de Néal and the nearby lake are part of many routes on the site. This very easy double circular path allows you to discover them and enjoy the chalets and mountain pastures that precede these places.

A circular route starting from the hilltop hamlet of Les Escoyères, first following the old Roman road (GR® 58) and then theGR® de Pays which climbs up to the Furfande chalets.

Circular route from Montbardon which joins theGR®5along the ridges and the Col Fromage before descending via the Vallon de Riou Vert (GR®58).

The second stage allows you to discover the observation post on the Crête des Grangettes.