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Refuge de la Lavey walks
Lavey Refuge and Muande Valley from Le Clot
Visorando Member
10.95 mi
+2,749 ft
-2,746 ft
7h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Christophe-en-Oisans (Isère)
Admittedly a fairly long hike, but one that will allow you to discover the magnificent Muande valley, with the Lavey refuge halfway along, and, once you reach the end, its majestic peaks and glaciers.
No particular difficulty; the paths are always clearly visible and well signposted.
Several alternative routes are available: see the ‘Practical Information’ section.
Walks near Refuge de la Lavey
Olan Mountain Hut – Clot Mountain Hut (Xavier Blanc)
8.28 mi
+1,152 ft
-4,216 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from La Chapelle-en-Valgaudemar (Hautes-Alpes)
A very beautiful third stage, albeit a little long, mainly at the bottom of the valley along the Séveraisse.
Refuge des Souffles - Refuge de l'Olan
5.32 mi
+3,061 ft
-1,837 ft
5h 05
Difficult
Departure from Villar-Loubière (Hautes-Alpes)
A magnificent second stage in a very mineral setting, culminating in the Pas de l'Olan pass.
From the Souffles refuge, continue on theGR® 54 towards Lac Lautier, then the Col des Colombes and finally the Pas de l'Olan (caution: technical passage).
From the pass, admire the landscape before gently descending to the Refuge de l'Olan.
Refuge des Souffles - Le Désert-en-Valjouffrey
6.85 mi
+2,221 ft
-4,491 ft
5h 05
Difficult
Departure from Villar-Loubière (Hautes-Alpes)
Thesecond stage of this route, which we unfortunately completed in the rain in 6 hours and 10 minutes. We set off from the Refuge des Souffles with a steep climb right from the start up to the Col de la Vaurze. A challenging pass from which the view must be magnificent on a clear day. A descent over slate-covered ground, which is very slippery in wet weather. Numerous landslides. The reward: the Les Arias lodge, where we received a warm welcome.
From Rif du Sap to Navette via Le Chapeau
7.39 mi
+4,045 ft
-4,301 ft
6h 55
Very difficult
Departure from La Chapelle-en-Valgaudemar (Hautes-Alpes)
A beautiful and challenging hike in the hills, varied with some unexpected sections. Stunning views. Be careful, there are many tricky and slippery sections. Avoid in wet weather.
La Chapelle-en-Valgaudemar - Refuge des Souffles
6.40 mi
+4,393 ft
-1,496 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from La Chapelle-en-Valgaudemar (Hautes-Alpes)
Thefirst stage begins with a variant ofthe GR® 54 and takes you to the Refuge des Souffles via the Col de Colombes, Lac Lautier and the Col des Clochettes, avoiding the route through Villar-Loubière.
A challenging route with a 1,400-metre climb and steep gradients right from the start. A good way to get your legs going for thefirst stage and a good warm-up for the rest of the route.
The scenery is already exceptional, promising some fabulous stages ahead.
A 13-day grand tour of the Parc des Ecrins via the GR® 54
105.16 mi
+37,625 ft
-39,075 ft
13 days
Very difficult
Departure from La Chapelle-en-Valgaudemar (Hautes-Alpes)
A very challenging 180 km route with 12,000 metres of elevation gain, requiring excellent physical fitness. Stages offering spectacular scenery, steep mountains, passes, wildlife, flora and colours. The most beautifulGR® route we have ever done. We completed the route in August, the ideal time to tackle the most difficult passes, which are likely to be snow-covered early in the season, such as La Muzelle, l’Aup Martin, the Pas de la Cavale, de la Valette, Vallonpierre and de La Vaurze.
Villar-Loubière - Refuge des Souffles
2.92 mi
+3,005 ft
-3 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Villar-Loubière (Hautes-Alpes)
Efirst stage to warm up your legs before climbing to the Refuge des Souffles.
From Villar-Loubière to La Chapelle-en-Valgaudemar via Lac du Lautier
8.29 mi
+4,780 ft
-4,475 ft
8h 00
Difficult
Departure from Villar-Loubière (Hautes-Alpes)
A beautiful, varied hike with stunning views and a lake perfect for relaxing. A pleasant climb (a little steep at the start and very end), in the shade (early in the morning) for a good half of the route; a fairly long and difficult descent over scree. A full day's hike. Use the shuttle bus or bring two vehicles.
Le Désert-en-Valjouffrey - Valsenestre
7.01 mi
+3,330 ft
-3,278 ft
6h 05
Difficult
Departure from Valjouffrey (Isère)
Ethird stage involving the ascent of a pass with no major technical difficulty, though the gradient is steep in places and differs slightly from the route shown on the IGN map. From the top of the pass, there is a splendid view of the Col de la Muzelle, the Roche de la Muzelle and the Pic du Clapier du Peyron on either side, promising a beautiful stage for the following day. During the descent, you pass through a maze of large, intertwined slabs of slate clinging to the mountainside.
Refuge de la Muzelle - Lodge l'Emparis in Mizoën
9.89 mi
+3,045 ft
-6,040 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Vénosc (Isère)
After a challenging and technical day on this trek, today is a transitional stage leading to the magnificent village of Mizoën. The descent to Venosc is absolutely stunning, featuring beautiful waterfalls.
Then, after a cable car ride reducing the elevation gain to 300 m, you’ll cross the resort of Les Deux Alpes, dominated by the Girose Glacier. You’ll reach Lac Chambon and the splendid village of Mizoën with its Lodge l’Emparis.