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La Bâtie-Neuve walks
The La Bâtie-Vieille historical trail
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3.59 mi
+545 ft
-518 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from La Bâtie-Vieille (Hautes-Alpes)
A peaceful walk to discover some of the historical curiosities of La Bâtie-Vieille, but above all beautiful panoramic views of the Champsaur and Gapençais mountains (Charance, Chapeau de Napoléon, Piolit, Les Parias, Aiguilles de Chabrières, etc.).A trail with information panels.
Lake Faudon and the summit of Saint-Philippe, seen from the small pass of Collet d’Ancelle
5.02 mi
+1,050 ft
-1,037 ft
3h 15
Average
Departure from Ancelle (Hautes-Alpes)
An easy walk starting from the hamlet of Collet d’Ancelle, taking you to the Saint-Philippe promontory (a former fortified site) via Lac de Faudon, a veritable treasure trove of Alpine biodiversity, and close to the ruins of the village of Faudon. This summit, situated above the resort of Ancelle, offers a beautiful panoramic view of the Gap basin, the Champsaur and the Écrins massif.
The tour of Faudon via Saint-Philippe and its ruined village
3.69 mi
+630 ft
-630 ft
2h 15
Average
Departure from Ancelle (Hautes-Alpes)
This is a short, half-day hike without any major difficulties, which takes us back to the difficult past of the mountain dwellers of yesteryear who lived in the village of Faudon, now in ruins, overlooked by the medieval fort of Saint-Philippe.
Le Piolit via the ridges from the Col de Moissière and return via the balcony
8.17 mi
+3,960 ft
-3,950 ft
7h 10
Very difficult
Departure from Ancelle (Hautes-Alpes)
A challenging loop that allows you to climb an easy and very popular summit in the most beautiful way and away from the crowds. The difficulty lies mainly in the return via the balcony, which has some aerial and exposed sections.
Le Piolit
9.60 mi
+3,793 ft
-3,793 ft
7h 45
Difficult
Departure from Ancelle (Hautes-Alpes)
A challenging hike in the hills above Ancelle. A very pretty hike with an initial climb through the woods, then the vegetation thins out to reveal breathtaking views of Lake Serre-Ponçon, the Gapençais basin and even Mont Ventoux. 360° view from the summit.
Chapeau de Napoléon
2.56 mi
+774 ft
-774 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from La Rochette (Hautes-Alpes) (Hautes-Alpes)
An iconic cliff and viewpoint in the Gap area, the Chapeau de Napoléon is easily accessible and offers breathtaking views of the Avance valley and the Gap basin.
The summit of the Arche
4.65 mi
+2,454 ft
-2,457 ft
4h 15
Difficult
Departure from Ancelle (Hautes-Alpes)
Starting from the hamlet of Moissière, a beautiful hike that begins in the forest before ending on the ridges and the summit, offering an unforgettable panorama of Lake Serre Ponçon, Gap and the Champsaur Valley.
The Piolit ridge from the Sapet road
3.76 mi
+1,650 ft
-1,654 ft
3h 10
Average
Departure from Ancelle (Hautes-Alpes)
A pleasant walk in the Sapet National Forest, at the foot of Piolit (2,464 m), which marks the end of the Embrunais transport layers. The Piolit ridge offers superb views of the Embrunais, Lake Serre-Ponçon, the Gap valley, Dévoluy, Champsaur and the Écrins massif.
Saint-Philippe, starting from Ancelle Castle
4.09 mi
+1,309 ft
-1,286 ft
4 hrs
Average
Departure from Ancelle (Hautes-Alpes)
A snowshoe hike over varied terrain, starting in the Pré Matheron meadow, followed by a route through the undergrowth where you create your own path by weaving through the forest until you reach the junction with the ridge line. There, the landscape opens up towards the south.
La Pinouse
4.65 mi
+1,211 ft
-1,224 ft
3h 10
Average
Departure from Ancelle (Hautes-Alpes)
A lovely hike in the hills above Ancelle offering views of the Dévoluy and the Petite and Grande Autane mountains. For walkers, this is a good warm-up walk at the start of the week to prepare for longer routes.
Circular snowshoe loop around the Ancelle resort.
4.92 mi
+1,217 ft
-1,247 ft
5 hrs
Average
Departure from Ancelle (Hautes-Alpes)
A gentle walk along a narrow path beside a torrent, then the view opens up onto snowfields. Once on the ridges, you can admire the Gap and Champsaur valleys dominated by beautiful peaks and, further away, the Écrins.
Pindreau and the Chapel of the Precious Blood at Notre-Dame du Laus
2.28 mi
+246 ft
-249 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Saint-Étienne-le-Laus (Hautes-Alpes)
Starting from Notre-Dame du Laus, this short walk takes you along a route dotted with stone benches to a monument dedicated to one of the apparitions witnessed by Benoite Rencurel. The return route follows a balcony path high above the Plaine de l’Avance. This walk can be extended by adding one or two routes (see § Practical Information).
Around Notre-Dame du Laus via the Pas du Lièvre
3.49 mi
+817 ft
-804 ft
2h 20
Average
Departure from Saint-Étienne-le-Laus (Hautes-Alpes)
A circular route through the forest, around the sanctuary of Notre-Dame du Laus, offering a chance to recharge your batteries. It can be extended by adding one or two routes (see § Practical information).
Circular Puy Maurel route via the Col de l'Ange and the Pas de Lièvre
5.31 mi
+1,483 ft
-1,450 ft
3h 45
Average
Departure from Saint-Étienne-le-Laus (Hautes-Alpes)
The walk begins with a Way of the Cross, topped by an imposing radio mast. If you’re not keen on that sort of thing, this walk isn’t for you.
Otherwise, there are numerous viewpoints throughout this walk overlooking the Avance Valley, Notre-Dame du Laus, as well as Céüze, Bure, the Montagne de Charance, the Pic de Gleize, the Vieux Chaillol, the Piolit, the Aiguilles de Chabrières, Mont Guillaume, etc. No particular difficulty, suitable for getting back into shape after the winter.
The statue of the Angel and the Pas du Lièvre at Notre-Dame du Laus
3.70 mi
+1,171 ft
-1,148 ft
2h 45
Average
Departure from Saint-Étienne-le-Laus (Hautes-Alpes)
A circular loop starting from Notre-Dame du Laus, which begins with a Way of the Cross leading up to the statue of the Angel. Offering beautiful views of the Avance Valley, the sanctuary and the surrounding peaks, the route includes a few passages that are sometimes too steep for young children.