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The Long and Rond Lakes
Visorando Member
5.57 mi
+1,467 ft
-1,467 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Névache (Hautes-Alpes)
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).
The Cerces tour
10.62 mi
+3,261 ft
-3,235 ft
7h 45
Difficult
Departure from Névache (Hautes-Alpes)
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
Col des Muandes - Rond, Muandes, Madeleine and Long lakes
9.13 mi
+2,930 ft
-2,900 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Névache (Hautes-Alpes)
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.
Tour of the Gardioles Lakes
6.78 mi
+2,310 ft
-2,313 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Névache (Hautes-Alpes)
A classic hike in the Clarée Valley, set against the magnificent backdrop of one of France’s most beautiful landscapes.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 scenery is so breathtaking that you should allow at least an hour or two longer than the scheduled time to complete the circular walk.Much of the route takes you far from the beaten track, sometimes off any path at all.
Lac de la Cula circular
3.81 mi
+1,542 ft
-1,542 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Névache (Hautes-Alpes)
Here is a short hike, with a section off the beaten track, to a magnificent lake, a real vantage point over the Cerces massif. I recommend using the Visorando app.
Lakes of the upper Clarée Valley via Les Rochilles
8.35 mi
+1,467 ft
-1,470 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Névache (Hautes-Alpes)
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.
4 days in the Clarée Valley (Cerces and Thabor)
30.15 mi
+12,549 ft
-12,520 ft
4 days
Very difficult
Departure from Névache (Hautes-Alpes)
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.
Circular Lac de la Cula starting from La Fruitière
7.40 mi
+2,054 ft
-2,044 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Névache (Hautes-Alpes)
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.
Pointe de Rochachille via Lac Biron
7.95 mi
+2,549 ft
-2,543 ft
5h 55
Difficult
Departure from Névache (Hautes-Alpes)
A hike where you’ll be captivated by the unchanging 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 description by using the Visorando app.
Lac des Béraudes
2.56 mi
+1,578 ft
-1,575 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Névache (Hautes-Alpes)
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.
Short circular loop from Laval to Les Drayères
3.71 mi
+469 ft
-469 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Névache (Hautes-Alpes)
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.
Rocher de la Grande Tempête and Pic du Lac Blanc
10.59 mi
+4,288 ft
-4,288 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Névache (Hautes-Alpes)
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 come across 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 Vallée Étroite. The Pic du Lac Blanc, meanwhile, provides views of Mont Blanc and the Aiguille Rouge.
Lac Lavoir - Laval car park via the Pic du Lac Blanc
8.57 mi
+2,746 ft
-3,556 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Névache (Hautes-Alpes)
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.
Laval car park - Lac des Cerces
7.23 mi
+3,537 ft
-2,254 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Névache (Hautes-Alpes)
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.
Chalet de Laval - Alpe du Lauzet
8.12 mi
+2,785 ft
-3,793 ft
6h 10
Difficult
Departure from Névache (Hautes-Alpes)
A traverse of the Cerces massif via one of its highest passes (Béraudes) and some very beautiful lakes.And a chance to see much of the previous day’s descent route, as well as the many lakes on the other side.In early summer, the route can be made difficult by the presence of snow in the Lac des Béraudes cirque or a snow cornice on the Col des Béraudes (speaking from experience).