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Châteauroux-les-Alpes walks
The Auberge des Pinées
Visorando Member
4.77 mi
+1,263 ft
-1,270 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Châteauroux-les-Alpes (Hautes-Alpes)
This route, which partly follows theGR®50and 653D trails, is a pleasant walk on the outskirts of the Écrins National Park.
L'Auberge des Pinées
5.67 mi
+1,253 ft
-1,253 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Châteauroux-les-Alpes (Hautes-Alpes)
A pleasant walk through the Rabioux Valley, offering the chance to discover a unique cluster of fairy chimneys dominated by a lovely waterfall.
Canal and Demoiselles Coiffées at the gateway to the Ecrins
10.33 mi
+2,700 ft
-2,710 ft
7h 05
Moderate
Departure from Châteauroux-les-Alpes (Hautes-Alpes)
A beautiful hike in the Alps, between forests and rocks, torrents and canals, with some very interesting geological features.
The trail follows an ancient irrigation canal, the Gramorel Canal, which runs sometimes in the open air and sometimes in large conduits of varying ages.
It is possible to continue on to the Pisse waterfall.
Roche Rousse viewpoint
National Park
2.13 mi
+669 ft
-666 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Châteauroux-les-Alpes (Hautes-Alpes)
This walk leads to the top of the Roche Rousse cliff and offers a lovely view over Châteauroux and the Durance and Rabioux valleys.
The Roche Rousse viewpoint is reached via a shaded, gentle path that allows you to gain height easily... ideal for a ‘landscape appreciation’ break on arrival!
Around the cliffs of the Durance and Lake Siguret
1.79 mi
+167 ft
-167 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Saint-André-d'Embrun (Hautes-Alpes)
This is an easy, short walk that runs along the cliffs overlooking the Durance with views of the valley on one side and around Lake Siguret on the other.
Mont Guillaume
8.01 mi
+3,114 ft
-3,114 ft
6h 25
Moderate
Departure from Embrun (Hautes-Alpes)
This is a pleasant route to one of the main and most beautiful viewpoints of Lake Serre-Ponçon.
Due to the large number of intersections, I recommend using the Visorando app.
Mont Orel
6.27 mi
+2,605 ft
-2,595 ft
5h 10
Difficult
Departure from Saint-André-d'Embrun (Hautes-Alpes)
Mont Orel overlooks Embrun. It is reached via the Col de la Coche. A walk along the peaks to the crosses. Magnificent views over the stretch of Lac de Serre-Ponçon, the surrounding valleys and the Écrins in the distance. A gentler descent via the Pra Leydon chapel. A hike that ends with a contemplative stroll through the Saluces Forest. A very quiet hike, apart from a few chamois at the summit.The only slight difficulty is spotting the cairns in the mountain pastures.
The Lac du Distroit circular route
7.73 mi
+3,967 ft
-3,963 ft
7h 00
Difficult
Departure from Châteauroux-les-Alpes (Hautes-Alpes)
This is a small lake nestled in the heart of the Écrins National Park. This circular route passes above the Pisse waterfall and climbs through cow pastures to Lac du Distroit. The return route takes you through the sheep pastures of the Rabioux Valley and ends after passing under the Pisse waterfall. Numerous chamois.
Moderator's note trail closed at the start, but a return trip is still possible, see reviews.
Col des Tourettes
10.34 mi
+3,835 ft
-3,835 ft
8h 05
Difficult
Departure from Châteauroux-les-Alpes (Hautes-Alpes)
A slightly long hike with superb panoramic views from the Rabioux Valley.
Lac de L'Hivernet
5.37 mi
+2,598 ft
-2,602 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Embrun (Hautes-Alpes)
A pretty little lake in a green setting above Embrun and at the foot of the Tête de l'Hivernet (2,824 m).
From Caléyère Castle to Les Séryères
8.20 mi
+2,851 ft
-2,854 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Embrun (Hautes-Alpes)
A walk not far from Embrun offering a pleasant, peaceful day out. The route is almost circular through the Mont Guillaume national forest, with an ascent and return off the beaten track, plus a visit to the Belvédère de la Para viewpoint.
Mont Guillaume and Col de Trempa-Latz from Les Muandes de Bourlinche
7.31 mi
+3,209 ft
-3,182 ft
6h 10
Difficult
Departure from Embrun (Hautes-Alpes)
The ascent of Mont Guillaume and its ridges via the Sentier des Pépinières trail from the Bourlinche car park.
Le Roc in Embrun, a history waiting to be discovered
1.96 mi
+305 ft
-318 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Embrun (Hautes-Alpes)
A family hike to discover the historical and military past of Le Roc, on which the town of Embrun was built. Bring your binoculars.
The rock of Embrun, its ramparts, gardens, canals and the Durance river.
2.68 mi
+344 ft
-348 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Embrun (Hautes-Alpes)
Another way to discover Embrun. Walk on the rock from the viewpoint, then under the rock with its gardens and canals, a short detour to discover the Durance before completing the circular route in Embrun via the cathedral, the Maison des Chanonges, and the Tour Brune.
Embrun - From the lake to the cliff
5.40 mi
+98 ft
-102 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Embrun (Hautes-Alpes)
A lovely little walk, almost entirely flat, which takes you from the shores of Lake Serre-Ponçon to the foot of the Embrun cliff.Views of the lake as well as the gardens and orchards at the foot of the cliff.
Tour of the small lake of Embrun
1.59 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
0h 45
Easy
Departure from Embrun (Hautes-Alpes)
Embrun is a town located in the heart of the Durance Valley. Rich in history, it is located not far from Lake Serre-Ponçon. There is a small lake next to it. Walking around it is a pleasant stroll, with views of the surrounding mountains, including Pic de Morgon and Mont Guillaume. It is a walk that can be enjoyed with young children.
The Tête de Vautisse
6.73 mi
+2,759 ft
-2,736 ft
5h 30
Difficult
Departure from Réotier (Hautes-Alpes)
This is an accessible hike that takes you to an altitude of 3,000 metres. But be careful at the end, as the climb is steep and slippery on the rocks.
Circular Tête de Fouran via the Croix des Résinières
4.35 mi
+1,873 ft
-1,896 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Réotier (Hautes-Alpes)
An original way to tackle the Tête de Fouran. A truly spectacular panorama awaits us.
On the heights of Réotier
6.72 mi
+1,827 ft
-1,827 ft
5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Réotier (Hautes-Alpes)
A short walk in the forest, on the heights of Réotier, on the path to Tête de Vautisse. This easy hike has the advantage of taking place in a little-frequented area with a more than pleasant panorama of the resorts of Vars, Risoul and Ceillac, as well as a magnificent view of the Val d'Escreins and the sublime Font Sancte.
Belvédère de l'Homme de Pierre
7.34 mi
+1,932 ft
-1,926 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Risoul (Hautes-Alpes)
This is a beautiful route with no real difficulties, offering magnificent scenery along most of the way. The 360° view from the Homme de Pierre viewpoint is truly spectacular. The Martinat ridge also offers superb panoramic views.
Two small abandoned hamlets above Puy-Saint-Eusèbe
3.75 mi
+942 ft
-919 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Puy-Saint-Eusèbe (Hautes-Alpes)
A very varied family walk with beautiful views of Lake Serre-Ponçon. Waterfalls, pretty forest with beautiful clearings, canal along which you walk and two small abandoned hamlets.
Bachas path from Puy-Sanières
3.98 mi
+1,706 ft
-1,709 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Puy-Sanières (Hautes-Alpes)
In the foothills of Mont Guillaume, a short hike through the forest overlooking Puy-Sanières and Puy Saint-Eusébe, with a breathtaking view over Lac de Serre-Ponçon.
Summit of Méale
6.07 mi
+2,582 ft
-2,562 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Sauveur (Hautes-Alpes)
A lovely loop walk, fairly well shaded, but still offering numerous views along most of the route. The view from the summit is remarkable.
Circular Loop of the Sentier des Fontaines starting from Puy-Sanières
2.99 mi
+889 ft
-892 ft
2h 10
Moderate
Departure from Puy-Sanières (Hautes-Alpes)
This circular loop allows you to discover the varied landscapes of the foothills of Mont Guillaume, not to mention some beautiful views of the Embrunais region.
Reyssas Canal and abandoned farms
5.72 mi
+1,201 ft
-1,201 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Puy-Saint-Eusèbe (Hautes-Alpes)
Hike along the Reyssas irrigation canal. To maintain a steady gradient, the canal passes through some unlikely and beautiful places. Admire the work of our ancestors. Discover abandoned farms. Hike through the forest, including a majestic larch grove. Beautiful views of Lake Serre-Ponçon.
This hike requires a bit of agility (crossing the Coulet torrent) and balance (walking on a narrow path along the canal). From 12 years old.
Mont Dauphin via the marmot trail
2.80 mi
+577 ft
-538 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Eygliers (Hautes-Alpes)
A fairly short and very pleasant walk that allows you to visit Mont-Dauphin in a different way. You can see many marmots, which are not very shy, at the bottom of the trail.
The RTM dams on the Torrent des Vachères
1.05 mi
+272 ft
-272 ft
0h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Sauveur (Hautes-Alpes)
A hike that allows you to discover France’s first experimental site run by the ONF’s Mountain Land Restoration Service (RTM). The first dam built to curb erosion caused by the torrent dates back to 1868 and, following its success, this example was replicated throughout France. Along the trail, you’ll find fun, interactive explanations in hidden caches. This is the Sens’Actions Trail. A delight for young and old alike.
Plat Aiguille viewpoint
3.73 mi
+1,112 ft
-1,102 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Baratier (Hautes-Alpes)
A very pleasant walk in a beautiful forest, enjoying the shade in summer or the beautiful autumn colours.
Circuit around Mont-Dauphin
3.65 mi
+656 ft
-659 ft
2h 15
Moderate
Departure from Eygliers (Hautes-Alpes)
A relatively short and easy walk around the "Vauban" citadel of Mont-Dauphin. From the top of the circuit, there are fine views of the surrounding mountains and valleys, while the section along the river Guil offers a view not only of the Guil, but also of the Chalp canal waterfall. The walk can be followed by a stroll around the citadel.
Route around Le Ponteil
4.23 mi
+1,791 ft
-1,729 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Champcella (Hautes-Alpes)
A route starting from Le Ponteil that goes round the large, unnamed peak near the Tramouillon hut.
The Les Seyes circular route
3.95 mi
+1,089 ft
-1,099 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Champcella (Hautes-Alpes)
A lovely circular route through the woods above Champcella, linking the hamlet of Le Ponteil with that of Les Seyes. A special feature of this circular route is the use of a path recently restored by a resident of Champcella.
Circular route from Le Ponteil via the Col de Tramouillon
9.24 mi
+3,481 ft
-3,478 ft
7h 15
Moderate
Departure from Champcella (Hautes-Alpes)
A long walk around the Bois du Bouchet on two different slopes with a 360° view at the beautiful Col de Tramouillon.
Towards Lalatcha Lake
8.83 mi
+4,295 ft
-4,291 ft
7h 50
Difficult
Departure from Crévoux (Hautes-Alpes)
Head for the summit overlooking Lake Lalatcha.
The summit is nearly 2,900 metres above sea level and overlooks the surrounding area, including the climb up to the Col de Vars from the Ubaye Valley.
Lac du Crachet
4.03 mi
+1,893 ft
-1,893 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Crévoux (Hautes-Alpes)
A very pretty little mountain lake full of freshness.
The Razis Waterfall
4.87 mi
+1,224 ft
-1,198 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Crévoux (Hautes-Alpes)
A short, easy family hike. Two points of interest: an art trail and, at the end, a beautiful waterfall.
Les Guions - Champaussel via the Thurifères
4.17 mi
+1,690 ft
-1,696 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Crépin (Hautes-Alpes)
Visit two alpine hamlets above Saint Crépin, passing through the famous forest of juniper trees.
The hamlets of Saint-Crépin
7.24 mi
+1,178 ft
-1,145 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Crépin (Hautes-Alpes)
This route allows you to discover the hamlets located between Saint-Crépin and Eygliers, which enjoy an ideal location above the Durance valley.
Circular Guions loop via Le Villard
3.51 mi
+1,490 ft
-1,473 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Crépin (Hautes-Alpes)
A circular walk that is easy and offers the chance to discover the famous incense-bearing junipers of the Saint-Crépin forest, returning via the hamlet of Villard and finishing in the pine forest to the west of Saint-Crépin.
The Guions - Champaussel - Pra Reboul circular loop
6.72 mi
+2,297 ft
-2,300 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Crépin (Hautes-Alpes)
Complements the existing routes on the Guions and Champaussel, but this time in a circular route, returning to Saint-Crépin along the old canal. A fairly easy walk in a magnificent setting with views of the valley.
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