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(S) The hike starts on foot just before the bridge where the "La Fruitière" inn is located, on the D301T road coming from Névache, at an altitude of 1,857 metres.
Take the forest path that leads to the Refuge du Ricou (GR®57).
(1) Pass slightly above the Refuge du Ricou and turn right at the crossroads, heading east. Continue until you reach the sign for "La Replate 2291m".
(2) Follow the signs for Lac Laramon 0.5km. After this lake, continue along the path towards Lac du Serpent. The path then becomes less obvious as it passes through boulders, but is clearly marked by cairns. Keep heading north-east.
(3) Overlook the lakes in the Gardioles area.
(4) Change direction and head east, then return to a north-easterly direction to reach the Col du Grand Cros at an altitude of 2,848 metres. There is no sign indicating the pass.
(5) Continue climbing almost along the ridge to reach the Pas du Lac Blanc at an altitude of 2,935 metres.
(6) The descent to Lac Blanc is along a ridge, heading east. This section is quite steep and requires caution. A sign indicates that you have reached Lac Blanc.
(7) To reach theGRP® Tour du Mont Thabor, head south-east, off the trail, and descend to Ravin de Saume. This is a wide area where you can easily find your bearings. You will rejoin theGRP® at the Ruisseau de Saume crossroads.
Another option for reaching theGRP®, but which lengthens the route: Once at the lake, continue along the path towards the Col du Vallon. Before reaching it, cross theGRP® and take it on your right to reach the Ruisseau de la Saume crossroads.
(8) Continue to the right on theGRP® trail marked in red and yellow. Pass by the Chalet du Vallon and reach the Chapelle Saint-Michel.
(9) Continue south on theGRP® to reach the D301T road leading to the upper part of the Clarée Valley.
(10) Descend along the road, cross the upper town, pass in front of Névache Church and reach the car park in front of the Tourist Office (E).
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