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Tête de Sanguinière from Saint-Dalmas-le-Selvage
Visorando Member
11.11 mi
+4,698 ft
-4,672 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Dalmas-le-Selvage (Alpes-Maritimes)
A summit in the Alpes-Maritimes that is rarely visited but is nonetheless well worth the detour. Long and steep, but with a gradual ascent and a magnificent route through one of the region’s most beautiful valleys, which apparently nearly became a ski resort before the creation of the Mercantour National Park.
You are in the Mercantour National Park; there are regulations to be observed, and failure to do so may result in a fine of up to €1,500 – see the practical information.
Sestrière Plateau and the Braissa hut, returning via Gianto
7.93 mi
+2,569 ft
-2,566 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Dalmas-le-Selvage (Alpes-Maritimes)
A lovely walk starting from Saint Dalmas le Selvage, this route takes you on foot to the Sestrière plateau via an old path leading to alpine barns and overlooking the Sestrière torrent canyon. The return route follows a pleasant forest track for part of the way and leads to the Pras viewpoint, overlooking the village.
This walk is particularly recommended in autumn when the larch trees are decked out in their crimson finery.
St-Dalmas-le-Selvage to Refuge de Gialorgues
15.45 mi
+4,514 ft
-4,514 ft
11h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Dalmas-le-Selvage (Alpes-Maritimes)
A beautiful walk to a secret valley with a lush green meadow surrounded by rocky mountain peaks.
Plateau de Sestriere to Col de Sanguiniere
5.49 mi
+2,349 ft
-2,336 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Dalmas-le-Selvage (Alpes-Maritimes)
A short drive from St Dalmas le Selvage you will find this beautiful walk through meadows, woodland and up to rocky peaks.
Circular Vens loop via the Vens torrent, return via Tortisse
12.11 mi
+3,898 ft
-3,875 ft
9h 00
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée (Alpes-Maritimes)
This is a variation on the traditional hikes to the magnificent lakes of Vens. Although the last section on tarmac between Le Pra and the car park at the start is not the most attractive, this circular route takes you through both the Vens and Tortisse valleys, with a more pleasant climb along the torrent and a breathtaking descent from the Col de Fer.
Le Pra – Vens Mountain Hut
4.69 mi
+2,792 ft
-417 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Dalmas-le-Selvage (Alpes-Maritimes)
A first day to stretch your legs and discover the magnificent natural setting of the Vens lakes.
Note: as this route ends in Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée, it is advisable, if possible, to park a second car in Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée to shuttle back to the starting point. Otherwise, allow around €25 for the taxi journey from Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée to Le Pra, but please note that booking is required a few hours in advance.
The Lacs de Vens from Le Pra
9.74 mi
+3,481 ft
-3,478 ft
7h 30
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée (Alpes-Maritimes)
A magnificent hike in the Haute-Tinée offering varied panoramas and one of the most beautiful series of lakes in the Mercantour!
The climb from Le Pra is gradual and easy, with the Cime de la Bonnette behind you. You then pass under the strange Aiguilles de Tortisse before arriving at the Col du Fer (view of Mont Viso).
After the Collet de Tortisse, you arrive at the arch, where you can enjoy a splendid panorama of the Lacs de Vens and the peaks of the Trou de l'Âne!
The Gialorgues Lakes
5.23 mi
+1,831 ft
-1,824 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Dalmas-le-Selvage (Alpes-Maritimes)
After climbing up the pretty Vallon de Gialorgues to the refuge, you will make a small circular loop above it off the beaten track to discover the three lakes of Gialorgues, a wild and uncrowded area at the foot of Fort Carra.
You will encounter many marmots around the refuge, and with a little luck, you may spot chamois or ibex near the third lake.
Tête de la Boulière via the Vallon de Gialorgues
7.88 mi
+2,523 ft
-2,523 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Dalmas-le-Selvage (Alpes-Maritimes)
This walk, starting from the Vallon de Valloar, will take you through the Vallon de Gialorgues, past several lakes and offering varied panoramic views from the Col de Gialorgues and the Baisse de la Boulière.
The ascent to the Tête de la Boulière is straightforward and offers a superb panoramic view of the Haut-Var peaks (Cime de Pal, Fort Carra, Pointe Côte de l’Âne and Mont Pelat).
You are in the Mercantour National Park; there are regulations to be observed, and failure to comply may result in a fine of up to €1,500 – see the practical information.
Col and Cime d'Anelle
5.96 mi
+2,277 ft
-2,251 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée (Alpes-Maritimes)
This morning route is an alternative to the Bois d'Anelle loop, passing via the Cime d'Anelle. The first section climbs through the Ublan countryside, then crosses the woods in the shade of the fir trees.
Saint-Etienne-de-Tinée - Lacs de Vens - Small Pass of Tortisse
7.52 mi
+5,942 ft
-1,342 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée (Alpes-Maritimes)
First stage of a two-day hike in the Haute-Tinée.
Ascent to the magnificent Lacs de Vens and the small pass of Tortisse via the Claï valley and Lac des Babarottes.
Plenty of marmots and chamois around the Lacs de Vens and below the small pass of Tortisse.
Camp des Fourches - Ferrere Refuge
6.25 mi
+1,381 ft
-2,615 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Dalmas-le-Selvage (Alpes-Maritimes)
This first stage of the Tour du Mont Aiga starts from Camp des Fourches on the Bonette road and, via the Col des Fourches, descends into the large Salso Moreno valley, which you climb back up to the Col de Pouriac. From the Col de Pouriac, you quickly reach Bassa di Colombart and then, after a long descent through the mountain pastures, the charming village of Ferrere. You may encounter flocks of sheep in Salso Moreno and, at night, the wolves that prey on them.
Three-day tour of Mont Aiga starting from Camp des Fourches
18.20 mi
+5,856 ft
-5,873 ft
3 days
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Dalmas-le-Selvage (Alpes-Maritimes)
Three days of hiking in Haute-Tinée and Alta Val Stura in Italy, starting from Camp des Fourches, with balanced stages and no technical difficulty. This tour will allow you to discover Salso Moréno, the charming village of Ferrere in Italy and the Refuge des Lac de Vens.
Lakes Morgon and Laussets at the start of the Camp des Fourches
6.86 mi
+2,060 ft
-2,054 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Dalmas-le-Selvage (Alpes-Maritimes)
A beautiful, accessible hike starting from Camp des Fourches. You will cross the Salso Moreno sinkholes to discover the superb lakes of Morgon and Laussets.
You are in the Mercantour National Park, where there are regulations to be observed, with fines of up to €1,500 for non-compliance. See practical information.
Tête de l'Enchastraye
8.53 mi
+3,917 ft
-3,937 ft
5 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Dalmas-le-Selvage (Alpes-Maritimes)
A summit off the beaten track.
This is a challenging hike with a significant elevation gain and difficult terrain.
The Agnel and Salso Moreno Lakes
4.51 mi
+1,562 ft
-1,562 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Dalmas-le-Selvage (Alpes-Maritimes)
This hike, starting from Camp des Fourches, will take you through the magnificent Salso Moreno valley, characterised by its many winding streams amid marmot meadows and numerous sinkholes.
You will climb to the small Lacs d'Agnel lakes, overlooking this pretty cirque at the foot of the Roubines Nègres.
You are in the Mercantour National Park, where there are regulations to be observed, with fines of up to €1,500 for non-compliance. See practical information.
Pelousette and Mont des Fourches forts
5.12 mi
+1,775 ft
-1,791 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Dalmas-le-Selvage (Alpes-Maritimes)
A beautiful climb takes you to a summit at 2,757 metres, from where you can enjoy a 360° panorama of many of the high mountains in the surrounding area.
These forts were built at the end of the 19th century to prevent Italian troops from entering the country via the Salso Moreno valley. They were occupied during both World Wars but were never actually used.
Sélasse route
3.81 mi
+2,221 ft
-2,234 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée (Alpes-Maritimes)
A hike to discover the Ténibres valley from both sides as well as the architecture of the region.
Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée - Rabuons Refuge
4.55 mi
+4,951 ft
-423 ft
6h 25
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée (Alpes-Maritimes)
This first stage will take you to the Rabuons mountain hut, on the shores of the largest lake in the Alpes-Maritimes.The landscape is very rocky. You’ll come across plenty of Italians, as just across the border there are several mountain huts offering lovely routes via the nearby Pas de l’Ischiator.
⚠️ Allow around 4 hours for an average hiker in good physical condition to complete this walk.
The Mont Ténibre circular from Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée
12.42 mi
+6,496 ft
-6,476 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée (Alpes-Maritimes)
A long and demanding circular in the Mercantour National Park that will first take you to Lac de Rabuons, the largest lake in the Alpes-Maritimes, which is worth the detour in itself, before climbing Mont Ténibre, the highest peak in the Tinée at 3,031 metres.
You are in the Mercantour National Park, where there are regulations to be observed, with fines of up to €1,500 for non-compliance. See practical information.
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