Parking de Laval walks

A family loop in the bottom of the Clarée valley to discover two beautiful mountain lakes. Important note: During the summer (14 July to 15 August), access by private car from Névache Ville Haute to the car park at the Laval terminus is impossible between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. A shuttle bus runs regularly to allow everyone to enjoy this beautiful valley. It is advisable to park your vehicle in the car parks at the entrance to Névache (Roubion).

A beautiful, challenging hike that takes you around the Cerces Massif, from lake to lake... There are a few tricky sections for those who are afraid of heights

Enjoy a beautiful walk in the Haute-Clarée valley, which offers a festival of lakes reflecting the peaks of the Cerces (the Pointe des Cerces, the Roches de Crépin, the Pointe du Riou Blanc and the Pointe des Banchets). The Col des Muandes (2,828 m) offers a view of the Etroite valley and Mont Thabor.

A classic walk in the Clarée Valley, set in one of the most beautiful landscapes in France. This easy walk allows you to admire the reflections of the Cerces and Écrins mountains in the crystal-clear waters of the many Gardioles lakes. The landscape is so striking that you should allow at least an hour or two more than the scheduled time to complete the circular route. Much of the route is far from the beaten track, sometimes off the beaten track altogether.

This is a short hike, with a section off the trail, to a magnificent lake, a true viewpoint of the Cerces massif. I recommend using the Visorando app.

This is an easy route that allows you to see the three most accessible lakes in the upper Clarée Valley. If the weather is fine, you won't be able to resist the temptation to cool off in the many pools created by the torrent, and the surroundings are majestic.

This 4-day circular bivouac is for experienced hikers. It does, of course, follow sections of marked trails (GR®,GRP®), but the nature of the terrain when off-trail requires extreme caution (rock falls) and a solid knowledge of navigation, especially in unpredictable weather. The daily summit climb is obviously dependent on your equipment (crampons?), weather conditions (snowfields?) and your physical fitness.

A hike where you’ll be captivated by the timeless beauty of Lac Biron with its emerald blue-green waters and by the panoramic view from Pointe de Rochachille stretching from Mont Blanc to Mont Viso. The ridge is somewhat exposed and may be daunting for those prone to vertigo. I recommend supplementing the route description by using the Visorando app.

In the Névache valley, a very pleasant circular path to discover Lac de la Cula and enjoy, from the circular path, a sweeping view of the Upper Clarée Valley.

Here is a classic short hike in the Clarée Valley. No one has published it to date, which is why I am suggesting it. A magnificent little lake is the destination, accessible to families who enjoy hiking and to dogs. This lake could well have been called Emerald Green Lake, as its colour is reminiscent of a precious stone set in a mineral setting. The landscape is spectacular, with its vertiginous cliffs and wild vegetation. The environment has remained in its natural state, but you’re sure to find a rock or two where you can sit down for a rustic picnic.

At the end of the world, beneath the Cerces massif, this short, family-friendly circular walk leads to the Drayères refuge via the stony track on the left bank of the Clarée, before returning along the magnificent, bucolic little path on the right bank.

A circular hike passing two viewpoints and numerous lakes, all set against the spectacular panorama of the Écrins and the Cerces. Three-quarters of the hike is off-trail, and even in the height of summer it is very rare to encounter other walkers. At an altitude of over 3,000 metres, the Rocher de la Grande Tempête offers a splendid view of Mont Thabor and the Étroite valley. The Pic du Lac Blanc, meanwhile, provides views of Mont Blanc and the Aiguille Rouge.

Last day of the circular, returning to the Laval car park via the Col du Vallon and the Pic du Lac Blanc, from where you can see the route of the previous three days.

First day of a 4-day circular starting from the Laval car park in the Upper Clarée Valley. As with the other parts of this circular, this route is intended for experienced hikers who are accustomed to high mountains.