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Temple-Écrins Refuge
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8.13 mi
+2,336 ft
-2,336 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Christophe-en-Oisans (Isère)
Treat yourself to one of the most beautiful views of the Écrins Massif and the Vénéon Valley by climbing up to the Refuge de Temple-Écrins. Your efforts will be richly rewarded with a 360-degree panorama of the highest peaks in the massif, including its highest point at 4,102 metres.
And as a bonus, you can enjoy a delicious omelette with bacon, potatoes and cheese on the terrace at an altitude of 2,410 metres!
Col des Avalanches
12.13 mi
+6,027 ft
-6,001 ft
10 hrs
Extremely difficult
Departure from Saint-Christophe-en-Oisans (Isère)
A very alpine hike in the magnificent Vallon de la Pilatte cirque, beneath the Dentelles des Écrins. Half of the route is off-trail and therefore requires good terrain reading skills.
After a steep climb through mountain pastures where marmots, chamois and ibex abound, the rounded rocks and scree precede the glacier leading to the Col des Avalanches, from where you can admire the splendid panoramic views of the Écrins, the Glacier Noir and the Rouies.
Walks near Refuge de Temple-Écrins
Crossing from Ailefroide to Chambran via the Cime du Paillon
4.39 mi
+4,193 ft
-3,497 ft
6 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Pelvoux (Hautes-Alpes)
An alpine hike, largely off-trail, through very wild terrain; not particularly difficult but requiring sure-footedness. You’re more likely to encounter chamois than people! Stunning views of the Pelvoux.
Setting off early means you can complete much of the ascent in the shade.
Vallouise - Pré de la Chaumette Mountain Hut
9.83 mi
+3,852 ft
-3,228 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Vallouise (Hautes-Alpes)
Stage11 of this route. One of the most beautiful and challenging stages of the route, featuring the Aup Martin pass at 2,700 metres and the Pas de la Cavale, the highest point ofthe GR® 54. This stage demands the utmost vigilance and experience of high-mountain hiking. The views are absolutely stunning and incredibly wild. We took the shuttle bus to avoid the 8 km of tarmac road to the car park at Entre-les-Aigues.
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.
Alpe de Villar d'Arêne Mountain Hut - Monêtier-les-Bains
9.66 mi
+1,266 ft
-3,271 ft
5h 35
Difficult
Departure from Villar-d'Arêne (Hautes-Alpes)
Stage9 of this route links the Refuge de l’Alpe de Villar-d’Arêne to Monêtier-les-Bains, taking a short detour to the Lac du Glacier d’Arsine, surrounded by the Pics de Chamoissière, d’Arsine, de Neige Cordier, the Pointe Cézanne and the Montagne des Agneaux. Unfortunately, the Arsine Glacier is suffering from global warming. The section starting from the pass along the Petit Tabuc stream in the valley, known as the Réou d'Arsine, is magnificent and very wild.
From Alpe de Villard-d'Arène to Monêtier-les-Bains
9.74 mi
+1,289 ft
-3,261 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Villar-d'Arêne (Hautes-Alpes)
Stage2 of the Tour du Combeynot: From the Romanche to the Guisane Valley via the Col d'Arsine, this stage takes place at the foot of the Agneaux
Vallonpierre refuge - Sebeyras lakes
14.23 mi
+4,291 ft
-4,255 ft
10h 15
Very difficult
Departure from La Chapelle-en-Valgaudemar (Hautes-Alpes)
From the Vallonpierre refuge, the hike takes you to the Rif du Sap chapel, then to the charming village of La Chapelle-en-Valgaudémar, where you can stop for refreshments at a local grocery store. The route then crosses the Valgaudémar National Forest before reaching the magnificent lakes of Pétarel and Sebeyras.
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.
Vallonpierre Refuge - La Chapelle-en-Valgaudemar
8.45 mi
+112 ft
-3,999 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from La Chapelle-en-Valgaudemar (Hautes-Alpes)
Here we are at the final stage of this 13-day route around the magnificent Écrins National Park. A downhill stage that takes you to La Chapelle-en-Valgaudemar, where this journey began 13 days earlier. A splendid start to the stage, all the way down to the glacial torrents. The panorama is breathtaking, surrounded by the most beautiful peaks of the southern part of the Écrins, already leaving us with a sense of nostalgia for the past 13 days. A route with no technical difficulty.
Les Naizets – Lac du Lautier (via Pic Turbat)
4.81 mi
+4,209 ft
-2,582 ft
5h 55
Very difficult
Departure from La Chapelle-en-Valgaudemar (Hautes-Alpes)
This stage takes you from Les Naizets to Lac du Lautier via the Col de Colombes. The route offers an optional detour to climb Pic Turbat before descending to the campsite by the lake.
Vallouise - Pré de la Chaumette Mountain Hut
13.54 mi
+5,381 ft
-3,255 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Vallouise (Hautes-Alpes)
The Col de l'Aup Martin and the Pas de la Cavale from the Onde Valley, leading into the Champoléon Valley.
The Aup Martin – what a pass!
Note: This route is a stage of the Tour de l'Oisans but it is very challenging, particularly in early summer when there is still snow on the Col de l'Aup Martin. For this reason, a diversion has been put in place starting from Vallouise, passing through Puy Saint-Vincent, the Col de la Pousterle and the Fournel valley. You then join the Pas de la Cavale (GR®54A).