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Col de Combe Escure (1088 m) walks
Clausonne Abbey circular route via the Col de Combe Escure
Visorando Member
6.46 mi
+1,663 ft
-1,660 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Le Saix (Hautes-Alpes)
Starting from the village of Le Saix, this circular route offers a complete immersion in unspoilt nature. The route combines wild trails, arid valleys and superb Alpine panoramas.You’ll first walk through the heart of the Gouravour Gorges, a true geological wonder, then pass beneath the famous Trompes du Faï before reaching the ruins of Clausonne Abbey, a haven of tranquillity nestled in a mountainous setting. The return journey takes you via the Col de Combe Escure.
Amidst ancient ruins, peaceful mountain pastures and majestic landscapes, this hike blends history, nature and unique atmospheres. And, with a bit of luck, the mountains themselves will treat you to their song…
From the village of Le Saix to Lake Peyssier via the Col de Combe Escure
Association / Club / Walk leader
6.66 mi
+2,320 ft
-719 ft
5h 05
Difficult
Departure from Le Saix (Hautes-Alpes)
Setting off from the village of Le Saix is an alternative to starting from Veynes station. This stage leads to Lake Peyssier and continues the trek.
It offers a variety of attractions: a ridge walk, a bird’s-eye view of the Gouravour Gorge, unique views of the Buëch Valley and the Dévoluy massif, a walk through the former hamlet of La Péguière, a visit to the site of Clausonne Abbey and a walk across the Peyssier plateau.
An easier alternative route to reach Lake Peyssier is via the forest track from the village of Le Saix, passing through the Gouravour Gorge; it takes 1 hour to climb to Clausonne Abbey.
Walks near Col de Combe Escure (1088 m)
Serres - Praboyer Lodge
10.51 mi
+3,333 ft
-2,274 ft
7h 45
Difficult
Departure from Serres (Hautes-Alpes)
Set off in style on this revisited Tour des Baronnies. Throughout the morning, the narrow path winds along the ridges overlooking Serres, winding its way between beautiful rocks and twisted Scots pines. At Serre de la Bouisse, the view of the Baronnies and the Alpine peaks is breathtaking. Then, between the bucolic Col d'Arron and the finish, the path progresses delightfully, like a balcony, under the Montagne de l'Aup. Finally, the Praboyer lodge is located in the heart of nature.
Trescléoux - Serres
11.13 mi
+3,054 ft
-2,959 ft
7h 45
Moderate
Departure from Trescléoux (Hautes-Alpes)
A grand finale for this revisited Tour des Baronnies. Along the ridges of Aumage and Eyglière, the peaks of Dévoluy and Écrins have never seemed so close. The Buëch Valley stretches out below us, and the 360° views allow us to retrace the path we have travelled over the last seven days: Serre de la Bouisse, Chamouse, Chabre and other peaks emerge on the horizon, bringing back fond memories.
Orpierre - Trescléoux
5.71 mi
+2,110 ft
-2,270 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Orpierre (Hautes-Alpes)
A short but very pretty stage, especially the second part. The exit from Orpierre, via the heights, is fantastic, thanks to the bird's eye view of the narrow village nestled in the cliffs. After Le Suillet, a beautiful ridge and a memorable passage through the black marl, the GR® passes by the Mont Garde lodge.
Lodge de Praboyer - Rosans
9.43 mi
+2,090 ft
-2,969 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from Montmorin (Hautes-Alpes)
This stage is different from the previous one, less airy, but the second half has some wonderful surprises in store. From the Col des Pins, the view opens up onto the wide agricultural valley of Rosans, which is magnificent. Above all, the final stretch is particularly fabulous. Directly above Rosans, the trail literally plunges down towards the old village, a marvel of the Baronnies.