Rochegrand at the start of the Col d'Allos

Climb to the summit of Rochegrand, with magnificent views of the Allos valley and the surrounding peaks.

Details

n°655453

Creation:
05 Jul 2017

Last update:
28 Oct 2017

Last review:
17 Mar 2025

Activity: Walking
Distance: 9.56 km
Average duration: 3h 30
Difficulty: Moderate
Back to start: Yes
Ascent: + 256 m
Descent: - 254 m
Highest point: 2,405 m
Lowest point: 2,238 m

Country: France
Areas: Alps, Ubaye Valley, Mercantour
District: Uvernet-Fours (04400)
Start/End: N 44.297382° / E 6.594301°
IGN map(s): Ref. 3540OT, 3540OTR
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Description of the walk

Park in the car park at Col d'Allos.

(S/E) With your back to the car park, head left and take the path starting at the bend.

White and red^GR® markings

Take the trail and keep an eye on the meadow, as there are many marmots active in this part of the hike.

(1) At the first fork, turn left and you will soon reach Baisse du Signal.

(2) Continue straight ahead, leaving the path up to La Foux on your right. You will reach Baisse de Prenier.

(3) Cross the ridge and immediately turn right, leaving the^{GR® trail.}

^PR® trail markers: yellow line

(4) Leave the descending trail and continue along the ridges, skirting Montagne de Cheiroueche.
You will reach the lake at Montagne de Cheiroueche.

(5) Continue along the trail until you reach Rochegrand and its superb view of the valley.

(6) Return to the Col d'Allos car park by taking the same route (S/E).

Waypoints

S/E : km 0 - alt. 2,243 m - Car park - Col d'Allos
1 : km 0.61 - alt. 2,265 m - 1st fork
2 : km 1.12 - alt. 2,295 m - Baisse du Signal
3 : km 1.87 - alt. 2,351 m - Baisse de Prenier
4 : km 2.83 - alt. 2,313 m - Cheiroueche Mountain
5 : km 3.45 - alt. 2,337 m - Lake
6 : km 4.78 - alt. 2,402 m - Rochegrand
S/E : km 9.56 - alt. 2,243 m - Car park - Col d'Allos

Notes

No shelter, no water.
Avoid in foggy weather, as visibility is poor.
Hiking in direct sunlight: bring appropriate equipment.

Worth a visit

See friendly marmots in the first 200 metres of the hike to Col d'Allos.
Tadpoles in Lake Cheiroueche (seen in July).
Birds of prey in flight.

Reviews and comments

4.7 / 5

Based on 9 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.6 / 5

Ease of following the route
4.7 / 5

Route interest
4.8 / 5

Oceja

17 Mar 2025 at 16:25 3600

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 17, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Hike planned for September 2025. This response therefore relates to the downloaded guidebook...

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Mframboisie

17 Jul 2023 at 09:08 7200

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 17, 2023
Reliability of the description : Not used / Not applicable
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

It is a gentle hike with little elevation gain, and the reward at the top of Rochgrand is a breathtaking view.

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isa du sud

14 Jul 2023 at 13:31 7200

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 06, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Lots of flowers at this time of year. Very nice view of the surrounding peaks.

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acquajm

16 Jun 2022 at 19:04 7200

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 16, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Very nice route, but
Be careful of the numerous sloping sections due to rockfalls on the first part.
So good soles and walking poles are essential.
I would not recommend this route for children.
On the other hand, there is no shortage of water in mid-June.
Conclusion: it would be perfect if the rockfalls had been cleared.

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Le-Club-des-5

15 Aug 2020 at 19:40 7200

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 15, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Excellent and not to be missed!
Thank you.

Marmots and eagles. Everything was there.
Magnificent scenery and a very peaceful hike.

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Aurelmouth

03 Aug 2020 at 11:22 7200

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 31, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A beautiful hike, ideal for children.
10 km round trip.
Lots of marmots, especially at the start near the pass.
Beautiful views all along the way and little elevation gain.

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gilou42570

19 Jul 2020 at 10:34 7200

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 13, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

Hello,

The ultimate family hike; suitable for children.

However, there aren't many marmots, but if you want to see some, just go behind the Col d'Allos refuge (towards the car park and orientation table). I took a great photo of three baby marmots!
You can take the opportunity to grab a bite to eat or have a drink (highly recommended!).

Great view of the Val d'Allos from the top of Rochegrand.

For those doing it without children (like us), it's ideal for warming up before moving on to longer and steeper hikes.

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elise et jules

08 Aug 2019 at 11:28 7200

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 31, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

Very beautiful hike. It should be noted that to reach the starting point, you have to cross the road.
Furthermore, Rochegrand is not signposted, so follow the directions to Baisse du Premier.

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philippe08

01 Aug 2019 at 11:11 7200

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 29, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

Beautiful hike, lots of flowers, marmots. A view of the Ecrins mountain range.

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