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Col de la Cloche (2053 m) walks
La Cloche beneath the Chapeau de Gendarme at Villard d’Abas
Visorando Member
6.15 mi
+2,329 ft
-2,329 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Uvernet-Fours (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
This enigmatic title serves as a reminder that the Gorges du Bachelard’s notable features are given colourful names. This walk, where the ascent is tackled straight away (with a sometimes steep gradient and a path washed away in places), takes you to Baume Longe, then on to the Col de Cloche. After the Col de Cloche, there are beautiful views of the Cimet peaks opposite the valley as you cross through mountain pastures. The stretch near the Chapeau de Gendarme rocks remains truly stunning.
Walks near Col de la Cloche (2053 m)
Circuit of the Chapeau de Gendarme via the north face
7.38 mi
+2,385 ft
-3,999 ft
5h 30
Difficult
Departure from Enchastrayes (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A lovely hike starting from Super Sauze. The route via the north face of the Chapeau de Gendarme is not recommended for children; the east face is preferable.
Allos Mountain Hut – Petit Col du Talon – Bayasse
15.80 mi
+3,504 ft
-4,836 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Uvernet-Fours (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
The third stage is very difficult due to its length of nearly 26 km, with a few technical sections – particularly when carrying a rucksack – which will put your body to the test. This is why I have classified this stage as ‘very difficult’. However, this stage is one of the most beautiful on this route: wild, technical, with stunning panoramic views.
You’ll cross pastures, wooded areas, mountain pastures and very rocky high-mountain sections between the two highest peaks of the Mercantour: Mont Pelat (3,051 m) and Le Cimet (3,020 m).
You’ll be crossing the northern part of the Mercantour National Park.
Allow between 8 and 10 hours for this challenging stage.
From Pra Loup 1600 via Coste Belle to La Dalle en Pente
2.45 mi
+1,594 ft
-430 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Uvernet-Fours (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A good walk to work up an appetite! Set off from Pra Loup to the La Dalle en Pente restaurant and return via the Chappe chairlift.
Route from Val d'Allos la Foux to Val d'Allos le Seignus
Tourist office
9.34 mi
+1,611 ft
-2,385 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A forest trail that will take you to the Val d’Allos Le Seignus ski resort.
La Foux D’Allos – Refuge de l’Estrop
4.20 mi
+2,215 ft
-1,276 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Thefirst stage of this two-day route. An easy day’s walk to get you properly warmed up for the next day’s stage. The ascent of the Baisse de l’Auriac is gentle. At the pass, there’s a magnificent view of the Tête de l’Auriac, the Bléone valley and the Mercantour.
Mont Pelat - Allos via Le Cimet
13.63 mi
+2,405 ft
-7,661 ft
8h 20
Very difficult
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Second part of the circular. This second stage will take you to the village of Allos, starting from Mont Pelat, via the Trou de l'Aigle, the Cimet and its many waterfalls, including the Cascade du Pich and the Bois de Vacheresse.
Allos - Mont Pelat
10.09 mi
+5,577 ft
-328 ft
9h 30
Difficult
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
The first part of this two-day circular is challenging and breathtaking, taking you through the heart of Mercantour National Park from the village of Allos, via Lac d'Allos and its refuge, Mont Pelat, Lac du Trou de l'Aigle, Le Cimet and its many waterfalls, including Cascade du Pich and Les Bois de Vacheresse.
Route from Val d’Allos le Seignus to Colmars-les-Alpes
5.21 mi
+568 ft
-1,834 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A route alternating between meadows and forest sections, offering the chance to explore the Val d’Allos and Haut-Verdon mountain ranges.
Col de la Cayolle – Lac d’Allos Mountain Hut
4.49 mi
+1,204 ft
-1,312 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Uvernet-Fours (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A climb to a pass, followed by a descent of roughly the same length, with two beautiful lakes to admire. This walk also gives you the chance to compare the two sides of the mountain, which are quite different.
From the Refuge de La Cayolle to Les Louiqs via the Col de la Petite Cayolle
8.50 mi
+1,496 ft
-3,389 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Uvernet-Fours (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
This second stage will take you from the La Cayolle refuge to the Ferran lodge at the Louiqs farm via the Col de La Petite Cayolle and the Pas de Lausson. It offers views of numerous mountain lakes and the Var waterfalls beneath the Pont du Diable. You can stop at the La Cantonnière refuge to shorten the route or have a snack.