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Monêtier-les-Bains - Vallouise
Visorando Member
12.62 mi
+3,307 ft
-4,285 ft
8h 40
Difficult
Departure from Le Monêtier-les-Bains (Hautes-Alpes)
E10th stage lasting 8 hours, covering 21 km, with 1,000 m of ascent and 1,200 m of descent. A very pleasant stage with no technical difficulty, offering magnificent views of the Barre des Écrins at 4,100 m and the very impressive Pelvoux at 3,900 m.
For the more adventurous, there is the option of taking a detour to climb up to Lac de l’Eychauda by leaving theGR® 54 at the Col de l’Eychauda. The stage ends in the village of Pelvoux, which, despite the fatigue, is well worth a quick visit.
The Conchiers tour via Puy Jaumar
4.77 mi
+1,588 ft
-1,591 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Le Monêtier-les-Bains (Hautes-Alpes)
A short, unpretentious walk, best done in spring, on foot or with snowshoes depending on conditions, with a good chance of encountering ibex and/or mouflon.
Circular Ibex loop via Puy Jaumar and Puy du Cros
5.54 mi
+2,585 ft
-2,549 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Le Monêtier-les-Bains (Hautes-Alpes)
A very beautiful walk that can be done in all seasons. In winter with snowshoes, in spring with a few snowy sections, and the rest of the year with ease!
Enjoy the wonderful views over the Serre Chevalier valley above the village of Le Monêtier-les-Bains. Admire the Écrins and the Col du Lautaret at the bottom of the valley. Enjoy the wildlife, keeping an eye out for ibex and marmots. A true paradise where ibex are very numerous at various points along the hike! You’ll pass through mountain ledges, forest, plains, chapels and alpine hamlets.
The Cime des Conchiers at the start of the Monêtier-les-Bains trail
4.05 mi
+1,463 ft
-1,463 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Le Monêtier-les-Bains (Hautes-Alpes)
A pleasant walk above the large village of Monêtier, famous for its hot springs and ski resort.
From Monêtier-les-Bains to La Salle-les-Alpes
Association / Club / Walk leader
7.89 mi
+420 ft
-413 ft
6h 28
Easy
Departure from Le Monêtier-les-Bains (Hautes-Alpes)
A round trip hike to be done during the snowy season (no snowshoes required as there are sections on tarmac), accessible to all ages. The route is flat and only starts to climb from Chemin des Crozes, in La Salle-les-Alpes (three-quarters of the way along the route).There is a single trail along the entire route, which runs alongside the cross-country ski trail. This is groomed and regularly maintained by the resort, making for a pleasant walk.
Monêtier - Les Boussardes
6.46 mi
+440 ft
-443 ft
4 hrs
Easy
Departure from Le Monêtier-les-Bains (Hautes-Alpes)
A short, peaceful walk along the banks of the Guisane on the tracks leading to the hamlets of Le Casset and Les Boussardes.
Walking along the Guisane river from Monêtier-les-Bains
4.92 mi
+282 ft
-282 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Le Monêtier-les-Bains (Hautes-Alpes)
This is a walk that could be called an aperitif if done early in the morning, or a digestif if done early in the afternoon. It is of course possible in all seasons, either on foot or with snowshoes.
Le Pas de l'Âne starting from Monêtier-les-Bains
6.69 mi
+3,327 ft
-3,307 ft
6h 00
Difficult
Departure from Le Monêtier-les-Bains (Hautes-Alpes)
This hike will take us to the border between the Serre-Chevalier ski area and the Écrins National Park. The Pas de l'Âne offers an interesting view of the Agneaux mountain.
Circular Sagnières and Grangettes starting from Monêtier-les-Bains
3.42 mi
+1,020 ft
-994 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Le Monêtier-les-Bains (Hautes-Alpes)
A very pleasant walk through the woods, offering the chance to discover the chalets of Les Sagnères and Les Chambrettes.
The Sentier des Belvédères aux Guibertes trail
3.74 mi
+1,765 ft
-1,781 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Le Monêtier-les-Bains (Hautes-Alpes)
Hiking trail above the village of Les Guibertes, offering views of a beautiful forest bordering the ski slopes of Monetier-les-Bains and Villeneuve-la-Salle.
The Peyra Juana route
4.21 mi
+1,161 ft
-1,158 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Le Monêtier-les-Bains (Hautes-Alpes)
A stroll rather than a hike along a route that takes you to the Chapelle Saint-Michel and the Auberge de Peyra Juana. This route between Les Guibertes and Monetier-les-Bains also offers everyone the chance to enjoy beautiful views of the Guisane Valley.
Arsine Lake
9.61 mi
+3,127 ft
-3,130 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Le Monêtier-les-Bains (Hautes-Alpes)
The Lac d'Arsine, which has been split in two for several years, nestles in the cirque formed by the Agneaux and Neige Cordier mountains and is a real gem.
Lac de la Douche from Le Casset
4.98 mi
+1,319 ft
-1,319 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Le Monêtier-les-Bains (Hautes-Alpes)
A classic family hike. Most of the trail is in the forest, sheltered from the sun, except at the end of the trail to reach the lake.
The trail runs alongside the Parc des Écrins and enters it in places. Please note the National Park regulations, in particular the ban on dogs, even on a leash (see the notice at the start of the trail).
In the footsteps of the peasant miners of Guisane
2.43 mi
+938 ft
-938 ft
2 hrs
Easy
Departure from Le Monêtier-les-Bains (Hautes-Alpes)
The Briançonnais region had several hundred peasant-mines each operated by 2 to 3 people.
This route lets you access two of these sites in the Guisane valley. Here you can still find remnants of these operations.
It also offers stunning panoramic views of the Guisane valley and the Les Agneaux mountain. You can enjoy this in both summer and winter, with snowshoes (the southern exposure allows for rapid stabilisation of the snowpack).
The Bez Botanical Trail
3.83 mi
+974 ft
-958 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from La Salle-les-Alpes (Hautes-Alpes)
A circular route in the Serre Chevalier ski area to explore the botanical trail. The numerous information boards help you identify the various plants and trees.
Combeynot Lake
4.99 mi
+3,071 ft
-3,071 ft
5h 00
Difficult
Departure from Le Monêtier-les-Bains (Hautes-Alpes)
Hike to a high-altitude lake nestled in a glacial basin at the foot of the Pics de Combeynot.
Around the old villages of the Guisane valley in Serre-Chevalier
3.34 mi
+502 ft
-505 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from La Salle-les-Alpes (Hautes-Alpes)
Short walk through the old villages of La Salle-les-Alpes and Le Bez and discovery of an ancient irrigation system.
Along the way, there are beautiful views of the mountainous surroundings.
Combeynot Lake and East Peak
7.44 mi
+4,908 ft
-4,908 ft
6 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Le Monêtier-les-Bains (Hautes-Alpes)
The Pics du Combeynot viewpoints are two promontories offering the finest views of the Écrins and Cerces mountain ranges. Set well apart from these massifs – close enough to observe them in detail yet far enough away to avoid obstruction – they overlook the highest peaks: Pelvoux, Barre des Écrins, Meije, Galibier, Mont Blanc, Thabor, Viso…
The Pic Ouest is a few metres higher, but the view is more spectacular from the Pic Est, which is also easier to reach.
The Guisane spring at the start of the Lauzet
9.02 mi
+1,503 ft
-1,467 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Le Monêtier-les-Bains (Hautes-Alpes)
The Guisane, which waters the entire valley from the Col du Lautaret, crosses the villages of Serre Chevalier, Le Monêtier-les-Bains, La Salle-les-Alpes and Chantemerle before joining the Durance in Briançon. This easy climb follows the old Lautaret road to the pass, before turning left to reach the source of the Guisane.
From Le Lauzet to the Col du Lautaret
4.17 mi
+1,325 ft
-26 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Le Monêtier-les-Bains (Hautes-Alpes)
Stage4 of the Tour du Combeynot: from the Guisane Valley to the Col du Lautaret
The Tour de l'Aiguillette du Lauzet
6.17 mi
+3,031 ft
-3,028 ft
5h 30
Difficult
Departure from Le Monêtier-les-Bains (Hautes-Alpes)
A beautiful route in the Cerces Massif, which joins the Via Ferrata du Lauzet at La Croix.
The Chardonnet and Aiguillette Passes Route
6.06 mi
+3,409 ft
-3,399 ft
5h 45
Difficult
Departure from Le Monêtier-les-Bains (Hautes-Alpes)
Route around the Aiguillette du Lauzet.
Refuge du Chardonnet - Arsine
11.94 mi
+2,608 ft
-4,436 ft
7h 45
Difficult
Departure from Névache (Hautes-Alpes)
This third stage of the crossing of France, following the 45th parallel as closely as possible, is long and difficult but absolutely magnificent. You will discover or rediscover the two jewels that are the Écrins and Meije massifs. Most of the route is on the GR® 50 and GR® 57. The paths are well marked and well maintained.
This stage can be divided into four sections: 1) an ascent to the Col du Chardonnet; 2) the descent to Lauzet; 3) the ascent to the Col du Lautaret; 4) the descent to Arsine.
Tour of the Arêtes de la Bruyère
5.02 mi
+2,503 ft
-2,490 ft
4h 30
Difficult
Departure from Le Monêtier-les-Bains (Hautes-Alpes)
A circular route through spectacular scenery, with the added thrill of a challenging cable-assisted section. Panoramic views of the glaciers, a large lake, soaring peaks, a refuge and chalets – everything you need for a wonderful experience.
Circular of Alpe du Lauzet
3.44 mi
+1,207 ft
-1,207 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Le Monêtier-les-Bains (Hautes-Alpes)
A post-lunch stroll at the foot of the Aiguillette du Lauzet overlooking the Lautaret sector of the great mountain passes.
To take in the full spectrum of colours from the Pont de l’Alpe
10.73 mi
+3,816 ft
-3,799 ft
8h 15
Difficult
Departure from Le Monêtier-les-Bains (Hautes-Alpes)
This is a hike that will treat you to a whole spectrum of colours. From the green and blue of the lakes – Grand Lac, Lac de la Ponsonnière, Lac de la Mine, etc. – to the green, red, grey and white of the Pic de la Moulinière, and the black of the old graphite mine. Panoramic views of the Écrins and Cerces massifs.
This route is a variation on the ‘Lac et Col de la Ponsonnière’ hike via the Grand Lac, which we have extended.
The Grand Lac and the Lac de la Ponsonnière
7.20 mi
+2,835 ft
-2,835 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Le Monêtier-les-Bains (Hautes-Alpes)
20 minutes from the town of Monêtier-les-Bains. A lovely day’s hike with a magnificent view at the end. Views over the Grand Lac and the Écrins massif.Return to the car park via the same route.
Lac et Col de la Ponsonnière via the Grand Lac
8.33 mi
+3,084 ft
-3,087 ft
6h 30
Difficult
Departure from Le Monêtier-les-Bains (Hautes-Alpes)
An alternative route for the round trip to Le Grand Lac and Lac de la Ponsonnière allows for a circular route involving a chimney passage, but this restricts access to those with at least some mountain experience.A breathtaking, panoramic view of the Écrins Massif: Mont Pelvoux, the Barre des Écrins, the Pic de Neige Cordier, the Meije, the Rateau and more.
Grand Galibier from the Pont de l'Alp
11.67 mi
+5,348 ft
-5,341 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Le Monêtier-les-Bains (Hautes-Alpes)
A magnificent hike leading to the legendary Grand Galibier viewpoint, from where you can admire almost the entire French Alps. Part of the hike is off-trail and often on poorly marked paths, but the most difficult part of the route is well marked with cairns.
On the agenda: unique panoramic views, numerous crystal-clear lakes, friendly wildlife, wild valleys dating back to the Ice Age, all under the deep blue skies of the Hautes-Alpes.
The Pont de l'Alpe – Tunnel des Vallois circular route
6.99 mi
+1,207 ft
-1,217 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Le Monêtier-les-Bains (Hautes-Alpes)
A particularly interesting circular route running parallel to the D1091, the road from Grenoble to Briançon.
Roche Colombe
8.46 mi
+3,678 ft
-3,694 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Le Monêtier-les-Bains (Hautes-Alpes)
A hike to one of the most beautiful lakes in the Cerces, with its turquoise-blue waters, and to a summit offering an exceptional panorama of the Écrins, the Cerces, the Queyras and Mont Blanc.
As this route includes sections off the beaten track, I recommend supplementing the description by using the Visorando app.
Tour de Roche Robert
4.11 mi
+2,083 ft
-2,100 ft
3h 40
Difficult
Departure from Le Monêtier-les-Bains (Hautes-Alpes)
A wild hike, partly off-trail, to an area popular with ibex, offering first-class views of the Montagne des Agneaux, the Pic de Combeynot and some of the Cerces peaks.
I recommend using the Visorando app.
The Laurichard Pass
3.80 mi
+2,093 ft
-2,087 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Le Monêtier-les-Bains (Hautes-Alpes)
Hike to discover the Combe and the Col de Laurichard, west of the Combeynot Massif.
Pic Blanc du Galibier via the Vallon de Roche Noire
2.76 mi
+1,703 ft
-1,706 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Le Monêtier-les-Bains (Hautes-Alpes)
The most popular ski summit in the Alps, offering breathtaking 360° views of the great peaks of the Écrins massif, the Cerces, the Vanoise and Mont Blanc.
Grand Galibier via the Termier Couloir
5.52 mi
+2,467 ft
-2,451 ft
6 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Le Monêtier-les-Bains (Hautes-Alpes)
A major peak in the Briançonnais region, offering exceptional views via a steep and rather impressive couloir.
Petit Galibier Ouest from Souvenir Henri Desgranges
1.44 mi
+912 ft
-912 ft
1h 25
Moderate
Departure from Le Monêtier-les-Bains (Hautes-Alpes)
This is a very short and easy hike to a summit offering a beautiful panoramic view of the nearby Écrins mountains, as well as Mont Blanc, La Vanoise, Queyras and Monte Viso.
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