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Prads-Haute-Bléone walks
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.
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!
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.
Summit of the Estrop
The summit of the Estrop massif at an altitude of 2,961 metres.
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.
Panoramic loop of Chasse
Trail on the left bank of a bubbling stream, very pretty panorama of the pretty hamlet of Chasse and Villars-Colmars. From the hamlet of Chasse, the route crosses the stream, then loops around the slope of the Gardette mountain.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
The peaks of Couard and Cucuyon via Pas d'Archail
Hike in the northern part of the Coupe mountain, east of Digne-les-Bains, between the Bléone and Issole valleys. After a beautiful climb through the forest, you will reach two peaks approaching 2,000 metres, offering superb panoramic views. The hike starts in Archail, a small village 13 km from Digne-les-Bains, which can be reached by a road, already magnificent, that runs alongside the Bouinenc torrent.
Three Crosses Loop in Villars-Colmars
Loop starting from Villars-Colmars, taking part of the Tour du Haut-Verdon. Possible difficulties during the climb: the gradient is a little steep for beginners and there are a few sections on slate rubble.
Laverq Valley - Les Eaux Tortes
This route allows you to discover the famous Eaux Tortes site starting from the Vallon du Laverq.
The Gorges de St-Pierre and the Tour de la Femme Couchée
Very varied landscapes between canyons, forests and ridges.
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.
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