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Le Vernet (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence) walks
Memorial route in Le Vernet linked to the Germanwings 4U9525 tragedy
On 24 March 2015, 150 people lost their lives on the border between Vernet and Prads when a flight from Barcelona to Düsseldorf crashed. This memorial walk or pilgrimage will take you close to the site of the disaster, where you can pay your respects at the memorial that has been erected at the exact spot where the plane crashed.
The ridges of Grand Puy
A fairly easy hike starting from the Grand Puy ski resort with a beautiful panorama along the ridge: from Montagne de la Blanche in the east to Les Monges in the west, via Pic de Bure.
Tour of abandoned villages
A lovely tour that allows us to discover the villages of yesteryear and their enchanting surroundings. There is also a small restored church where you can even camp. A real break is on the cards!
Estrop refuge
The Estrop massif (2 days) where you will discover the source of the Bléone and the Verdon, a few kilometres further on above the Col d'Allos.
See the practical information for accessing the hike to the summit of Estrop.
The Tour des Clues de Verdaches
Fairly easy hike around the Clues de Verdaches, deep gorges carved out of the mountain by the Bès. You will find beautiful views of the Blayeul in the first part of the hike, before overlooking the Bès on the way back (swimming possible in summer).
Summit of the Estrop
The summit of the Estrop massif at an altitude of 2,961 metres.
Col des Cloches in Barles
A beautiful hike with no particular difficulties through the mountain pastures to reach the Col des Cloches. You can continue to the summit of one of the bells.
Shorter version of a previously published hike: Les Cloches de Barbes and summit of Chine via Le Forest
Chabanon - Tête Grosse - Le Bressa
A magnificent mountain hike where forests, alpine pastures, rocky ridges and a 360° panorama come together.
Superb photo opportunities, especially in autumn with the rust-coloured leaves.
The route includes some dizzying passages and three steep climbs on rocky ground that can be unstable at times.
A hike steeped in nature and serenity in a mountain world apart.
Les Cloches de Barles and the summit of Chine via the Forest
Les Cloches de Barles is no piece of cake to climb! Reaching the summit is like climbing to the top of a layer cake: you have to work up a sweat to earn your cherry. But once you're up there, it's a feast for the eyes. And to get back down, hop, a little bucolic stroll in picture-postcard style, between the Cabane des Prés and the Sommet de Chine, with dancing flowers and smiling meadows. In short, a real fairy tale hiking experience!
Vieil Esclangon and view of the Velodrome
An easily accessible hike with a sublime panorama on arrival at the geological curiosity of the Vélodrome, as well as the Lame de Facibelle and the Gorges du Bés. A very pleasant route through varied vegetation.
Laverq Valley - Les Eaux Tortes
This route allows you to discover the famous Eaux Tortes site starting from the Vallon du Laverq.
Around the Lame de Facibelle
There are some beautiful landscapes around the region's unique geological formations, particularly the distinctive Lame de Facibelle, an impressive "slice" of rock. The route is marked in yellow.
Dormillouse loop via the Col Bas and Lac Noir
This lovely, easy walk will take you to a very alpine setting in just a few dozen minutes from the car park. The climb to Lac Noir is gentle and the scenery is very pleasant. You then reach Dormillouse at 2,505 metres, the highest point of the walk, after a steep but easy climb. There is a splendid view from the fort at the summit and the return journey is via the spectacular military path overlooking the Blanche valley.
Col de l'Escuichière
A short circular walk takes you to the art shelter at the Col de l' Escuichière from the Bléone valley.
The summit above the pass offers impressive views of the Bès valley.
The Col de Terre Blanche
Circular route around the Séolane.
The Col Bas Lakes
A beautiful climb to the mountain pastures and the three lakes of Col Bas through a beautiful forest of larch and Swiss pine trees.
IMPORTANT: This hike crosses an area with wetlands that are rich in biodiversity but very fragile and subject to three levels of protection (APPB, ENS, Natura 2000). It is therefore important to preserve them by refraining from crossing them, particularly between Lac du Milieu and Lac Noir, where you must take care to follow the marked trail.
Reminder: it is forbidden to light fires, swim in the lakes or camp near the wetlands. Dogs must be kept on a leash.
In addition, a chairlift from Montclar arrives at Lac Noir, bringing dozens of walkers to the immediate vicinity of the lake. If you like peace and quiet, it is advisable to avoid the days when this chairlift is in operation. You can find the opening days on the Montclar town hall website or on the "Montclar Domaine Skiable" website.
Ichthyosaur Geological Site
This easy hike takes you to a fossil of an ichthyosaur, a large marine reptile measuring over 4 m and dating back 183 million years. The trail runs along a fairly cool ravine before climbing up a slope covered with downy oak and beech trees to the Col du Jas. The archaeological site is located 200 m after the pass.
The Head of Louis XVI
One of the heads of Louis XVI, still solid, however.
The Black Earth of Draix
An easy loop that starts on a very small, quiet paved road in a wild valley. It then follows a series of paths and trails, ending with a short stretch on a very small road. There are points of interest along the route, with magnificent views of the peaks.
The bread oven at Rioclar
This is a short walk, the main purpose of which is to admire the surrounding mountains, including the Tête de Louis XVI. The village's municipal bread oven, still used by the villagers, bears witness to a time when Rioclar was isolated from the valley.