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Col de la Coupa
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6.39 mi
+2,792 ft
-2,792 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Réallon (Hautes-Alpes)
On the edge of the Écrins National Park, from the small hamlet of Les Gourmiers, a beautiful path leads us to the Col de la Coupa; the cliffs serve as a perch for vultures, which can be admired gliding over the magnificent Réallon valley.
Col de Rouannette – La Coupa, circular route
10.66 mi
+3,488 ft
-3,514 ft
7h 55
Difficult
Departure from Ancelle (Hautes-Alpes)
A very beautiful high-altitude walk through the Rouanne mountain pastures, and not particularly difficult, apart from the climb to La Coupa, a rugged summit. The views over the Rouanne cirque are magnificent.
Balcon de Rouanne circular loop
8.63 mi
+2,297 ft
-2,303 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Ancelle (Hautes-Alpes)
This relatively easy, scenic route offers magnificent views of the cirque and the Rouanne mountain pastures. You really feel cut off from the rest of the world here! The route is flexible, as there are several paths that allow you to extend or shorten the walk without any particular difficulty.
Walks near Col de la Coupa
Fressinières Pass (Col)
13.19 mi
+4,482 ft
-4,911 ft
10h 00
Difficult
Departure from Orcières (Hautes-Alpes)
From Prapic to Dormillouse via the Fressinières Pass.
Please note: the height difference is only 1200 m.
From Roche Rousse to Prapic via the lakes of Orcières and Les Pisses
7.85 mi
+978 ft
-3,373 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Orcières (Hautes-Alpes)
A magnificent hike taking you to discover the lakes of Orcières, Lac des Pisses and the pretty village of Prapic
The six lakes of Orcières-Merlette, including Les Estaris
4.13 mi
+299 ft
-1,447 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Orcières (Hautes-Alpes)
This hike has been suitable for all ages since 2020. Using the chairlifts (Drouvet 1 and 2 for the outward journey and Roche Rousse for the return journey) makes it easy. The six large lakes are visited on the way down. A variant towards the Col de Freissinières is possible. The landscapes are magnificent, especially at the starting point at the top of Drouvet. The lakes are all very beautiful and diverse.
The Pierre Arnoux Belvedere
3.72 mi
+1,601 ft
-1,552 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Savines-le-Lac (Hautes-Alpes)
The walk begins with a stroll through a beautiful forest and ends with a splendid view of Lake Serre Ponçon.
Pré de la Chaumette Mountain Hut - Vallonpierre Mountain Hut
6.50 mi
+3,783 ft
-2,215 ft
6h 15
Difficult
Departure from Champoléon (Hautes-Alpes)
The12th stage of this route features three passes to cross, the last of which is particularly technical and difficult.
The panoramic views remain as exceptional as ever, with vistas of the majestic Chaillol, the Sirac and the Champoléon valley. The refuge is set in lush greenery at the bottom of a cirque at the foot of the Sirac and on the shores of the magnificent Lac de Vallonpierre. A campsite in a beautiful meadow at the foot of the Sirac, with a splendid view of the lake.
The Col des Terres Blanches
11.81 mi
+4,259 ft
-3,822 ft
9h 10
Difficult
Departure from Freissinières (Hautes-Alpes)
From Dormillouse to Prapic via the Col des Terres Blanches.
Ravin des Serres - Vallonpierre refuge
10.03 mi
+5,138 ft
-5,220 ft
9h 05
Difficult
Departure from L'Argentière-la-Bessée (Hautes-Alpes)
The hike begins with the ascent of the Pas de la Cavale, which rises to an altitude of 2,735 metres. After this climb, you will reach the Pré de la Chaumette refuge. From there, another climb will take you along the imposing Sirac, passing through the Vallette, Gouiran and Vallonpierre passes. The route ends at the Vallonpierre refuge.