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Larche walks
La Tête de Plate Longe
Visorando Member
6.02 mi
+3,609 ft
-3,625 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Larche (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Route starting from Larche for lovers of flora and fauna.
Circular Tête Dure starting from Larche
6.71 mi
+3,117 ft
-3,117 ft
5h 50
Difficult
Departure from Larche (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
If you’re heading to Col de Larche to see the classic lakes of Lauzanier and Oronaye, stop off at Larche; this quiet village offers numerous opportunities for circular walks, including this one which will take you up to the heights of Tête Dure, aptly named, after a moderately challenging walk through the varied landscapes of the Rouchouse valley.
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.
Tour du Sautron
Association / Club / Walk leader
32.99 mi
+10,499 ft
-10,469 ft
4 days
Very difficult
Departure from Larche (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A beautiful hike between the Ubayette Valley and Italy. The Vallon de l’Oronaye, the Stroppia Waterfalls and the Lac des Neuf Couleurs are among the most stunning places to discover in the Southern Alps.
I did this hike with a group of 14 people from the Randogym club in early September 2015. In mid-June 2006, I went on a 5-day hike that followed part of this route, and there were still plenty of snowfields at that time of year.
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.
La Tête de Viraysse and the military fortifications at Saint-Ours
11.22 mi
+3,212 ft
-3,215 ft
7h 55
Moderate
Departure from Meyronnes (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
At an altitude of 2,772 metres, the Tête de Viraysse and its high military fortifications offer a magnificent panorama of Italy, the Mercantour and the Ubaye in a rugged mountain landscape between the Meyna and the rocks of Saint-Ours.
Lake Roburent via the Feuillas and Scaletta passes
13.34 mi
+5,312 ft
-5,302 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Larche (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A beautiful, long hike combining mountain passes (Feuillas and Scaletta), lakes (Orrenaye and Roburent) and fortifications straddling the border between France and Italy.
Monte Scaletta via the Roburent lakes
10.08 mi
+3,550 ft
-3,543 ft
7h 45
Difficult
Departure from Larche (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A magnificent and very varied hike, offering superb panoramic views of numerous peaks and lakes.
Numerous military remains bear witness to the strategic importance of this summit (bunkers, shelters, tunnels, cable car with the wheel still in place).
The return route, equipped with chains and handrails on a fairly short section, then follows a splendid balcony path in a dolomitic landscape.
This is an aerial route, so you must not be prone to vertigo.
Lake Roburent
8.29 mi
+2,195 ft
-2,198 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Larche (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
One of the most beautiful lakes in Haute-Ubaye. An easy hike with a slightly steep start, but it can be shortened if necessary.
The Rochail Circular
5.39 mi
+1,722 ft
-1,722 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Meyronnes (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A lovely circular route, facing due south, during which the sweeping panoramic views echo the rich heritage you’ll encounter along the way.
July 2024. Larche Tourist Office: the route is no longer maintained.
Lake Apsoi
10.63 mi
+3,839 ft
-3,839 ft
8h 15
Difficult
Departure from Larche (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A lovely circular walk to the Italian Lake Apsoi, starting not far from the Col de Larche.
Pas de la Cavale from Larche
10.32 mi
+2,618 ft
-2,602 ft
7h 00
Difficult
Departure from Larche (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
This is a pleasant hike, starting off easy and leading to Lac du Lauzanier. Hikers will encounter many marmots, lakes and waterfalls, ending with a beautiful view from Pas de la Cavale.
Lac du Lauzanier
5.68 mi
+1,234 ft
-1,234 ft
3h 40
Easy
Departure from Larche (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A beautiful family hike with the chance to see marmots just a few metres from the path (from the start and also at the lake).
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.
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