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Molines-en-Queyras walks
The Col des Prés de Fromage
Visorando Member
7.31 mi
+2,362 ft
-2,336 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Molines-en-Queyras (Hautes-Alpes)
This forest and mountain pasture trail offers a fascinating glimpse of the valley and some of Europe's highest villages, including Saint Véran.
Circular Gardiole de l'Alp from Molines en Queyras
8.48 mi
+3,369 ft
-3,373 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Molines-en-Queyras (Hautes-Alpes)
A summit accessible from the village of Molines en Queyras, offering an extraordinary 360° panorama (Queyras, Ubaye, Ecrins, Italy, etc.). Marmots will add to the enjoyment of your hike! In autumn, the larch forest is unforgettable.
Circular from the canal to the hamlets of Prats
5.42 mi
+955 ft
-988 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Molines-en-Queyras (Hautes-Alpes)
A simple, well-marked hike starting from Gaudissart. You follow the Pierre Dimanche canal and cross the hamlets of Prats (Hauts and Bas). Superb views of the Guil and Aigue Blanche valleys.
Mainly in the forest, on the south and west slopes (90%).
There is only one steep climb at the end, which can be made easier by returning along the road rather than cutting across the field.
The Saint-Simon Chapel at the start of the Rua
4.22 mi
+1,949 ft
-1,926 ft
5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Molines-en-Queyras (Hautes-Alpes)
There are many high-altitude chapels in Queyras. This one above Molines, located in a large cirque, is particularly worth a visit.
Pierre Grosse Saint-Véran circular
6.90 mi
+1,234 ft
-1,250 ft
4h 15
Easy
Departure from Molines-en-Queyras (Hautes-Alpes)
A pleasant little circular to discover the highest village in Europe. Starting from Pierre Grosse, cross the hamlet of La Chalp. No great difficulty. Magnificent views of the Queyras peaks.
Tour of the hamlets of Aigue Agnelle
4.13 mi
+538 ft
-538 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Molines-en-Queyras (Hautes-Alpes)
On the Col Agnel road leading to Italy, there are three hamlets in Molines that are inhabited all year round: Pierre Grosse, Le Coin and Fontgillarde. These hamlets have preserved their traditional architecture (stone, wood, sundials) as well as numerous fountains, mission crosses and the coexistence of temples and churches.
In winter, see: Practical information.
Between Molines-en-Queyras and Saint-Véran
5.19 mi
+997 ft
-1,001 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Molines-en-Queyras (Hautes-Alpes)
A short circuit from the hamlet of Pierre Grosse through the ski slopes to reach and discover Saint-Véran.
The Bucher Summit
7.09 mi
+2,156 ft
-2,146 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Véran (Hautes-Alpes)
In Queyras, at this time of year (late October), the ubiquitous larch forests colour the mountain landscapes with shades ranging from yellow to red, and the snow-capped peaks further enhance this feeling of fulfilment.
The proposed hike takes place in this atmosphere above the highest village in Europe: Saint-Véran.
La Gardiole de l'Alp
6.96 mi
+2,818 ft
-2,831 ft
5h 40
Difficult
Departure from Molines-en-Queyras (Hautes-Alpes)
A beautiful circuit above the hamlets of Molines-en-Queyras, allowing you to discover the Queyrassin mountain pastures and surrounding peaks.
La Pointe et les crêtes de Rasis depuis le Sommet Bucher
10.14 mi
+2,838 ft
-2,838 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Château-Ville-Vieille (Hautes-Alpes)
Grande boucle entre forêt de mélèzes et crêtes offrant un très beau point de vue sur Queyras, Ubaye, Ecrins, Thabor.
Horse riding in Queyras and Ubaye
30.50 mi
+10,669 ft
-10,666 ft
4 days
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Véran (Hautes-Alpes)
Here is a simple 4-day route that alternates between Queyras and Ubaye, starting from the hamlet of Cros before Saint-Véran. The Queyras valley will be the first stop for a night by Lac de la Blanche at the refuge of the same name. The route through Ubaye will take you over the Col de la Noire before descending to the hamlet of Maljasset. You will return to Queyras on day 3 via the Col Girardin before returning to the starting point via the Col des Estronques on the fourth day.
Le Cros - Refuge de la Blanche
6.63 mi
+2,943 ft
-906 ft
5h 35
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Véran (Hautes-Alpes)
This is the first stage of this journey, half in Queyras and half in Ubaye. Follow the right bank of the Aigue Blanche, then continue along the Col de Saint-Véran trail, before enjoying a beautiful descent that leads to the lake and the Refuge de la Blanche.
Saint Véran – Refuge de la Blanche
10.15 mi
+4,537 ft
-3,035 ft
8h 35
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Véran (Hautes-Alpes)
This serves as an introduction to a cross-border trek between Saint-Véran and Larche. We set off from the mountain pastures for a gentle approach to the border, through a rocky and colourful landscape that can at times be quite disorientating. There are no real difficulties, but a good understanding of how to read the terrain is sometimes necessary to avoid losing your way.
The Curlet Cross
3.57 mi
+1,867 ft
-1,844 ft
5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Véran (Hautes-Alpes)
From the Curlet cross, there is a superb view of Saint Véran, the highest village in Europe, and the entire upper Queyras, from the Col d'Izoard to the Col Agnel.
The Refuge de la Blanche, starting from Saint-Véran
8.69 mi
+1,814 ft
-945 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Véran (Hautes-Alpes)
Via the Grand Canal, now completely disused, a long crossing opposite the Grande Tête des Toillies, ending at the Refuge de la Blanche and then at the observatory car park.
Crête de la Marcelette from Saint-Véran
7.01 mi
+3,711 ft
-3,714 ft
6h 25
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Véran (Hautes-Alpes)
This is a superb hike, partly unmarked on the IGN map, where you will undoubtedly be the only ones to enjoy the 360° panorama throughout the central part of the hike.The ridge is safe for hikers who are not afraid of heights and are used to the mountains. Hiking boots are recommended.About halfway along the ridge, there is a lovely spot for a snack, with a hollow to shelter from the wind.
Pic de Cascavelier via the Curlet ridges
5.42 mi
+2,746 ft
-2,756 ft
4h 55
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Véran (Hautes-Alpes)
This beautiful and varied hike follows ridges offering unobstructed views. The route to the summit of Pic de Cascavelier via the rocky ridge is more alpine in character but never dangerous. The exposed path, zigzagging between the rocks, sometimes requires you to use your hands. From the Croix du Curlet, you have a magnificent bird’s-eye view of the village of Saint-Véran and its valley.
The balcony trail along the Grand Canal in Saint-Véran
7.65 mi
+1,266 ft
-1,266 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Véran (Hautes-Alpes)
This hike starts in Saint-Véran, follows the Clausis chapel trail, which it leaves to return via a beautiful balcony path along the course of the old Grand Canal. Without any difficulty, it offers superb views of the Saint-Véran valley, the village and the surrounding peaks throughout the route.
Saint Véran - Col Agnel
8.02 mi
+3,468 ft
-1,683 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Véran (Hautes-Alpes)
The fourth stage takes you towards the Italian border, offering beautiful views of Mont Viso.
Astragales Circular Loop
4.72 mi
+1,427 ft
-1,440 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Château-Ville-Vieille (Hautes-Alpes)
Overlooking the Guil valley on the south side, two high-altitude hamlets, Les Meyries and Rouet, are worth a visit, especially in winter. To reach them, simply take the Sentier des Astragales trail and continue the hike along theGR®58.
Snowshoeing to the Col de Longet
4.71 mi
+2,211 ft
-2,211 ft
5 hrs
Easy
Departure from Molines-en-Queyras (Hautes-Alpes)
A snow-covered forest and white expanses surrounded by peaks await you. The view from the pass offers a high mountain panorama.
The Saint-Veran observatory and the Pic de Château-Renard
9.11 mi
+3,422 ft
-3,422 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Molines-en-Queyras (Hautes-Alpes)
This route in A/R takes you through enchanting surroundings to the beautiful Saint-Véran observatory, where you can then flirt with the 3,000 m mark (2,989 m) by climbing to the Pic de Château Renard for one last effort.
Friendly marmots will accompany you along the way, guaranteed to steal your heart.
Longet Pass
4.61 mi
+2,211 ft
-2,211 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Molines-en-Queyras (Hautes-Alpes)
A round trip to Col de Longet, along a wide, very pleasant valley.
The climb is steady, passing through forest and mountain pastures before reaching rocky terrain.
Variations: see § Practical information*
This hike can be done on snowshoes up to (3). See § Practical information**
Tour du Queyras
56.34 mi
+22,976 ft
-22,575 ft
7 days
Moderate
Departure from Château-Ville-Vieille (Hautes-Alpes)
The Tour du Queyras, labelledGR®58, is adaptable. The route described, starting from Château Queyras and completed in a group in September 2008, will take you through this natural park, skirting and climbing some 3,000 metres. You will discover the beautiful villages of this park with their well-known names: Ceillac, Saint Véran, Abriés... What's more, in summer the weather is almost always fine. The bright blue sky the next day will quickly make you forget the storm of the previous evening.
Chateau Queyras - Montbardon
5.97 mi
+2,717 ft
-2,169 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Château-Ville-Vieille (Hautes-Alpes)
This is the first stage of the tour and is an adaptation as the route is not on theGR®58, but it allows you to visit the castle that dominates the Guil pass.
(Please note) The Montbardon stopover lodge (Le Cadran Solaire) has been closed since 2018, so the best option from Château Queyras is to go directly to Ceillac via the Col Fromage.
(Important note): See this website mentioning the reopening of this lodge for summer 2023.
Lake Roue from Fort Queyras
6.43 mi
+1,795 ft
-1,781 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Château-Ville-Vieille (Hautes-Alpes)
A lovely walk to Lac de Roue, mainly through woodland on tracks and forest paths. The return journey from the lake to Fort Queyras follows partly the access track to the lake and partly the unshaded tarmac road leading to Souliers. A picnic by the lake is possible, and the walk can be combined with a visit to the fort.
The Pic de Caramantran circular
5.39 mi
+1,906 ft
-1,906 ft
4h 10
Difficult
Departure from Molines-en-Queyras (Hautes-Alpes)
The Pic de Caramantran is an extraordinary destination! This hike takes you on a circular route that also allows you to discover the Col de Saint-Véran. You may see ibex and numerous marmots along the way.
The Blanchet and Longet lakes from the Agnel refuge
11.82 mi
+4,219 ft
-4,190 ft
9h 05
Very difficult
Departure from Molines-en-Queyras (Hautes-Alpes)
A physically demanding hike starting from the Refuge Agnel, passing a total of five passes and offering views of a dozen lakes in these magnificent areas. It starts in Queyras and returns there after a loop through Haut-Ubaye and Italy.
This hike can be completed in two days (refuges, bivouac).
The Sugar Loaf
3.73 mi
+1,946 ft
-1,946 ft
3h 25
Difficult
Departure from Molines-en-Queyras (Hautes-Alpes)
A short, challenging hike to a first-class viewpoint on Mont Viso, which, at an altitude of 3,208 metres, offers a magnificent 360° panorama of Italy and the Queyras.
The Pic de Caramantran
4.02 mi
+1,457 ft
-1,447 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Molines-en-Queyras (Hautes-Alpes)
Set off to climb the Pic de Caramantran, one of the easiest 3,000-metre peaks in the Queyras Regional Nature Park, and enjoy transalpine views of Italy and the Saint-Véran valley from its summit.
Col Agnel - L'Echalp
7.80 mi
+2,090 ft
-4,961 ft
5h 25
Difficult
Departure from Molines-en-Queyras (Hautes-Alpes)
Fifth stage with the recommended ascent of Pain de Sucre.
Pic de Caramantran and its lakes from Agnel
7.09 mi
+2,621 ft
-2,631 ft
5h 35
Difficult
Departure from Molines-en-Queyras (Hautes-Alpes)
A border route to tackle the Pic de Caramantran (3,025 m), observe a multitude of 3,000-metre peaks: Mont Viso, Pain de Sucre, Tête des Toillies, and discover three magnificent lakes: Blanchet supérieur, Blanchet inférieur and Blanche.
Lac de Foréant via Col Vieux
3.32 mi
+1,214 ft
-1,211 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Molines-en-Queyras (Hautes-Alpes)
Nestled at the foot of the Crête de la Taillante and overlooked by the Pain de Sucre, Lac Foréant is located in a very protected environment. Indeed, many animal and plant species have made it their home (marmots, ibex, marsh plants, cottony cotton grass, etc.).
Lake Asti from Col Agnel
4.09 mi
+1,549 ft
-1,542 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Molines-en-Queyras (Hautes-Alpes)
A French-Italian loop to discover Lake Asti in a very rocky setting. The path to the lake is mostly very stony and requires careful attention.
Pic de Foréant and its lakes
7.78 mi
+2,795 ft
-2,792 ft
6h 00
Difficult
Departure from Molines-en-Queyras (Hautes-Alpes)
A wild climb to Pic Foréant via equally wild ridges. This is followed by a visit to several lakes, each different in size and charm. All this at the foot of the Pain de Sucre and the Crêtes de la Taillante.
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