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Val d'Escreins from Guillestre
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9.38 mi
+2,490 ft
-2,490 ft
6h 30
Moderate
Departure from Guillestre (Hautes-Alpes)
A pleasant trail nestled at the bottom of a gorge running alongside the Rif Bel leads to the heart of a valley. Until 1880, this trail was the only direct access between Guillestre and the hamlets of the Val d'Escreins, before the road from Vars was built.
Around the Rocher de l'Aigle, starting from Guillestre
5.02 mi
+1,253 ft
-1,237 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Guillestre (Hautes-Alpes)
A lovely walk around this rock, starting off along the Route de la Viste, the old stagecoach route serving the Queyras.
Around the village of Risoul
4.02 mi
+1,270 ft
-1,253 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Risoul (Hautes-Alpes)
A short walk, lasting no more than 3 hours, which does not take into account the recent flooding in the village of Risoul.
Salva Canal from Guillestre
5.18 mi
+935 ft
-928 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Guillestre (Hautes-Alpes)
A lovely walk in a green setting with little elevation gain on an easy trail (along the water) to do with the family, keeping a close eye on young children in the more exposed areas or on the ridge. Some sections offer superb views of Guillestre and beyond, then through the trees to the Guil Gorges.
A circular route to Le Cugulet and the Pic d’Escreins from Guillestre
11.68 mi
+5,551 ft
-5,554 ft
10h 10
Difficult
Departure from Guillestre (Hautes-Alpes)
A long and challenging hike starting from Guillestre and returning via the Val d’Escreins, with magnificent views and a wild, unspoilt atmosphere.
Circular Mont-Dauphin starting from Simoust
5.04 mi
+1,302 ft
-1,296 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Guillestre (Hautes-Alpes)
This pleasant circular walk, starting from Le Simoust on the heights of Guillestre, is organised by the CDRP 05 as part of the 2024 Walking Festival. Alternating between descents and ascents, it takes in some interesting sights: the citadel of Mont-Dauphin and the spectacular Rue des Masques.
The gateway to Queyras, between shadow and light
7.85 mi
+2,398 ft
-2,395 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Eygliers (Hautes-Alpes)
A pleasant hike at the mouth of the Guil Gorges, sharing between trails, paths and tarmac roads, but with little or no traffic.
Eygliers, Gros, Maison du Roy and Guillestre are on the itinerary. The south-facing balcony trail between Eygliers and Gros contrasts with the return trip along the old Maison du Roy road and its turnstiles, which face north.
Circuit around Mont-Dauphin
3.65 mi
+656 ft
-659 ft
2h 15
Moderate
Departure from Eygliers (Hautes-Alpes)
A relatively short and easy walk around the "Vauban" citadel of Mont-Dauphin. From the top of the circuit, there are fine views of the surrounding mountains and valleys, while the section along the river Guil offers a view not only of the Guil, but also of the Chalp canal waterfall. The walk can be followed by a stroll around the citadel.
The Rocher de l'Aigle and return via the Canal Salva
4.34 mi
+1,325 ft
-1,329 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Guillestre (Hautes-Alpes)
A short hike starting from Guillestre with the added bonus of climbing to a small summit for the view, before returning via a wide forest path, then a path that joins the hamlet of Les Terrasses before taking the Canal Salva path that brings us back to the starting point.
Mont Dauphin via the marmot trail
2.80 mi
+577 ft
-538 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Eygliers (Hautes-Alpes)
A fairly short and very pleasant walk that allows you to visit Mont-Dauphin in a different way. You can see many marmots, which are not very shy, at the bottom of the trail.
Belvédère de l'Homme de Pierre
7.34 mi
+1,932 ft
-1,926 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Risoul (Hautes-Alpes)
This is a beautiful route with no real difficulties, offering magnificent scenery along most of the way. The 360° view from the Homme de Pierre viewpoint is truly spectacular. The Martinat ridge also offers superb panoramic views.
Col Garnier from the hamlet of Gros
10.08 mi
+3,868 ft
-3,848 ft
8h 00
Difficult
Departure from Eygliers (Hautes-Alpes)
A lovely circular walk that will take you through varied landscapes overlooking the Guil Valley. From the Col Garnier, you’ll enjoy a bird’s-eye view of the Furfande chalets.
Moderator update as at 20/08/2020: Please note! Route change; see the notice from slax57 dated 20/08/2020
Around the Merdanel
9.57 mi
+3,868 ft
-3,894 ft
7h 45
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Crépin (Hautes-Alpes)
A long hike around the Merdanel torrent with its ‘demoiselles coiffées’ (rock formations), high-altitude forests and vast mountain pastures, returning via a beautiful marked path – not always shown on the map – before fording the torrent.
Warning! This walk should not be undertaken after a period of heavy rain (thunderstorms): crossing the Merdanel may prove difficult.
Pinfol Circular Loop
3.99 mi
+968 ft
-965 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Réotier (Hautes-Alpes)
A lovely short walk on the slopes of Réotier, alternating between walks through the woods, mountain pastures and views over the valley.
On the heights of Réotier
6.72 mi
+1,827 ft
-1,827 ft
5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Réotier (Hautes-Alpes)
A short walk in the forest, on the heights of Réotier, on the path to Tête de Vautisse. This easy hike has the advantage of taking place in a little-frequented area with a more than pleasant panorama of the resorts of Vars, Risoul and Ceillac, as well as a magnificent view of the Val d'Escreins and the sublime Font Sancte.
The peaks of La Mayt and Chabrières
9.34 mi
+3,153 ft
-3,156 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Vars (Hautes-Alpes)
Overlooking the ski areas of Vars and Risoul, enjoy a 360-degree panorama of the Ubaye, the Queyras and the Ecrins. This panorama is helpfully described at the summit of Chabrières, where there is an orientation table.
Crêtes de Vars via Vars-Sainte-Catherine
6.44 mi
+2,703 ft
-2,690 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Vars (Hautes-Alpes)
A magnificent route along a jagged rocky ridge offering sublime views of Font Sancte and the surrounding peaks. Panoramic views of the Écrins mountains throughout.
La Mortice from Sainte-Catherine
14.28 mi
+4,216 ft
-4,186 ft
10h 15
Difficult
Departure from Vars (Hautes-Alpes)
Heading towards La Mortice and its three small peaks at over 3,000m.
Magnificent views from this ridge after passing the small Lac des Neuf Couleurs on the way up.
The Selle ridges
7.14 mi
+2,060 ft
-2,031 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Vars (Hautes-Alpes)
A beautiful hike starting from the village of Sainte-Catherine. You will pass from one valley to another. Along the way, you will see a beautiful valley, numerous marmots and an interesting descent along the Chagnon torrent.
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