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Col de Sautron walks
Campo Base mountain hut – Saint-Ours
Visorando Member
10.65 mi
+3,799 ft
-3,412 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Acceglio (Cuneo)
A lovely walk that begins with a steep, winding climb followed by a descent offering remarkable views.
Trek around Chambeyron Mountain Range (5) Refuge Campo Base - Larche
9.01 mi
+3,560 ft
-3,451 ft
7h 15
Very difficult
Departure from Acceglio (Cuneo)
Last stage of this trek around Chambeyron mountain range, taking you back to France through Col de Sautron. You'll find yourself in superb wildlife setting when arriving at the pass.
From the Barenghi Bivouac to Larche via the Col du Vallonnet
13.36 mi
+3,953 ft
-7,723 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Paul-sur-Ubaye (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
This route largely followsGRP®® markings (Tour du Chambeyron). A safe option, yet still spectacular.Spectacular, because the route constantly alternates between stark, steep and rocky terrain and lush, rolling and reassuring landscapes.Safe, because it is fully signposted and even offers alternative routes to avoid the most difficult sections in the event of bad weather.
From Saint-Véran to Larche: Ubaye Transfrontière
49.21 mi
+20,728 ft
-21,916 ft
5 days
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Véran (Hautes-Alpes)
A fantastic Franco-Italian ride between Saint-Véran and Larche! It will take you through strange places, from the solitary, green rocky landscapes of Saint-Véran to the fantastical, almost Dolomite-like terrain of the massif between Chambeyron and Orrenaye.
Trek around Chambeyron Mountain Range
36.21 mi
+13,120 ft
-13,783 ft
5 days
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Paul-sur-Ubaye (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Reaching over 3000 metres in altitude, Aiguilles de Chambeyron and Brec de Chambeyron form an impressive mountain range halfway between Queyras and the Moncantour. This hike offers a trek with no techincal difficulty, with passes over 2700 m in altitude and a summit of over 3000 m. Set in an outstanding landscape and for the most part within a high mountain setting.
Walks near Col de Sautron
Chiappera - Chambeyron Refuge
Association / Club / Walk leader
7.10 mi
+4,344 ft
-1,145 ft
6 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Acceglio (Cuneo)
A lovely stage featuring a beautiful climb to the Stroppia Waterfall and the Lac des Neuf Couleurs.
Larche - Saint-Dalmas-le-Selvage
17.35 mi
+5,102 ft
-5,633 ft
12h 25
Difficult
Departure from Larche (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Étape de la traversée des Alpes par le GR®5 de Larche à Saint Dalmas le Selvage. Passage dans le Parc National du Mercantour sauvage et authentique puis transition entre la Haute Tinée et le Vallon de Jalorgues avec un passage sur la plus haute route d'Europe vers le Col de la Bonnette.
Larche – Chiappera
10.20 mi
+3,369 ft
-3,494 ft
7h 35
Difficult
Departure from Larche (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
This stage will take you to the pretty Vallon de la Montagnette, then on to the Col des Monges, which offers a stunning view of the Southern Alps.
Saint-Ours – Larche
5.26 mi
+1,102 ft
-1,417 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Meyronnes (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Return to the starting point in Larche via theGRP® de la Frontière Fortifiée.
Col de Larche – Rifugio della Gardetta
10.06 mi
+4,019 ft
-2,877 ft
8h 10
Difficult
Departure from Larche (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
On this fourth day, you’ll head briefly back into France to walk through the Orrenaye valley with its magnificent lake. You’ll return to Italy at the Col du Ruburent, then enjoy the beauty of Lake Ruburent as you walk around it. You’ll cross the very rocky Passo della Scaletta, which contrasts with the mountain pastures as you climb to the Passo della Gardetta.
Chambeyron Mountain Hut – Saint-Ours
10.40 mi
+1,660 ft
-4,400 ft
6h 15
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Paul-sur-Ubaye (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A walk through the valleys and passes of the Vallonnet in the high-altitude mountain pastures, passing by the old fortifications.
Trek around Chambeyron Mountain Range (3) Refuge du Chambeyron - Maljasset
10.64 mi
+2,454 ft
-4,764 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Paul-sur-Ubaye (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
The most demanding stage of the hike during which you'll go through at least 4 passes at over 2700 metres in altitude. Beautiful scenery all along the way! The "Lacs Marinet" offer the opportunity for refreshments before the final descent.
From Fouillouse to Bousiéyas
21.25 mi
+6,686 ft
-6,667 ft
15h 35
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Paul-sur-Ubaye (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
This sixteenth stage completes the crossing of the Chambeyron Massif and, after Larche, enters the Mercantour Massif. From Les Granges de Fouillouse, the GR®5 follows the Riou de Fouillouse upstream, passing the ruins of Fort de Plate Lombarde, then, via the Plate Lombarde valley, reaches the Col du Vallonnet. It then descends to Lac du Vallonnet Inférieur, where it heads due south to join an old military road that climbs towards the Viraysse barracks. From there, the GR®5 crosses the Col de Mallemort and descends to the hamlet of Larche. The route follows the Ubayette, then crosses it and reaches the Pont Rouge car park, which marks the entrance to the Mercantour National Park. It then heads due south, climbing to Lac du Lauzanier, then on to Lac de Derrière la Croix, before reaching the Pas de la Cavale. The descent starts off quite steep but then becomes gentler. After the Salse Morene plateau, the path climbs the Col des Fourches and, from the Camp des Fourches, reaches the hamlet of Bousiéyas.
Trek around Chambeyron Mountain Range (1) Fouillouse - Refuge du Chambeyron
3.88 mi
+2,470 ft
-36 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Paul-sur-Ubaye (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
First stage around the Chambeyron Mountain Range which, after a steady climb, takes you to the shelter with the same name. You'll end up in a breath-taking setting, at the foot of Brec de Chambeyron.
Ussolo - Chialvetta
8.68 mi
+3,747 ft
-3,199 ft
7h 15
Difficult
Departure from Prazzo (Cuneo)
On this fourth day, you will continue along the left bank of the Maira. At Punta Culour, the highest point on this bank, a magnificent view to the west over the peaks on the border with France awaits you. You will then descend back down to the Maira river at Acceglio to cross over to the other bank. You will climb up the Unerzio valley to reach Chialvetta.