Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières walks

A hike away from the crowds to one of the most beautiful ridges in the Hautes-Alpes, offering a sweeping 360° panorama of the Écrins and the Queyras, with a bird’s-eye view of the magnificent Lacs d’Escur and de l’Ascension. You’ll be captivated by the timeless beauty of the rocks of the Aiguille des Pénitents massif. A high-clearance crossover-type vehicle is essential to reach the starting point.

Hike on the impressive and magnificent rocky massif of Montbrison with a passage under Les Tenailles, a legendary spot for climbers. The cross is a magnificent viewpoint. The route includes a few short off-trail sections, made easier by using the Visorando app. Moderator's note: following some difficulties encountered by a hiker, you can watch this video to get a better idea of the potential problems this route may pose.

A walk through the land of owls painted on the pebbles of the Durance by the pupils of the Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières primary school.

Loop starting from Pierre Feu. This circuit will take you to the chapels and hamlets around Puy-Saint-André, sundials and the "Décoiffées" fairy chimneys. An easy circuit, except for the descent to Pierre Feu, which has a few sections where you need to take care not to slip.

A route away from the crowds, leading to one of the most beautiful larch forests and a ridge offering a stunning panoramic view stretching from the Écrins and the Briançonnais region all the way to the Aiguilles d’Arves. Navigation here is made easier by the Visorando app.

A classic route in the Briançon area, allowing you to visit two of the main alpine hamlets in the commune of Villar-Saint-Pancrace.

A cool hike starting from the village of Les Vigneaux. The Col de la Pousterle can be reached by many routes, but this one takes the "Via Novo", the GR®50. At the pass, there is a view overlooking the Vallée de la Vallouise, and you can even see the front of the Glacier Blanc.

An easy walk through the Swiss pine forest of Bois des Ayes above Villar-Saint-Pancrace.

This summit, rounded like a Vosges balloon, will captivate you with its marvellous panorama of the Écrins, stretching from the Vanoise to Mont Viso.

A trail hike offering spectacular views of the surrounding ridges and peaks, as well as the Briançonnais and the Cerces as far as the Aiguilles d’Arves. I recommend supplementing the route description by using the Visorando app.

A circular route through the Bois de Parapin, passing by the Saint-Marcellin fountain with a breathtaking view of the superb south face of the Tête d'Amont.

A fine walk with two passes and some very beautiful scenery. Swimming available.

A very pleasant walk to discover the chapels of the commune of Puy-Saint-Pierre above Briançon.

For this first stage, you will begin your journey at the Argentière-les-Écrins train station. The hike follows the GR®54A, taking you through the Fournel valley and the Deslioures biological reserve. You will finally arrive at a plateau that is ideal for camping. Please note: landslide in July 2025

This 7-day trek is for hikers who are used to camping in tents.Although there are a few refuges along the route, the stages are designed for those who wish to sleep in the heart of nature.The circuit crosses the Écrins massif and offers total immersion in the alpine landscape, where you can encounter local flora and fauna.Ideal for walkers who are used to the mountains, it is a complete adventure that will challenge you with its significant elevation changes and occasional technical or unmarked sections.

Visit a chapel overlooking Briançon, offering remarkable views of the Durance valley.

This family hike allows you to discover the discreet but magnificent little Lac des Charbonnières and a splendid panorama from the summit of Les Têtes. The route is mainly through larch forest, alternating between trails and tracks, but does not present any major difficulties.

The first part of the hike is sunny. At the top of Les Têtes, you can enjoy a 360° panorama of the Pelvoux massif to the north and west and the Durance Valley to the south.

In the footsteps of the military constructions of the Briançonnais region.

A very easy visit combining the traditional houses of Vallouise, grouped side by side, and those of Les Parchers, which are much more spread out.

Hike in a high mountain setting on a summer trail passing at the foot of a cliff where a majestic waterfall flows, with a magnificent panorama of the high peaks of the Écrins.

This is a very interesting circular route for visiting the Poët Morand chalets, which offer remarkable views of two of the old Briançon forts: Infernet to the north and Grand Maye to the south.

Briançon and the surrounding valleys are full of canals, which are a boon to farmers and gardeners. The Canal des Queyrelles irrigates the land overlooking the Guisane and Durance rivers and, in dry, hot weather, offers a pleasant walk in the shade of the forest.

An easy hike between Vauban fortifications and the turquoise waters of Lake Pont Baldy.

A very pleasant walk along the banks of the Guisane canals.

A pleasant, shaded walk, suitable for all ages, following the canals along the right bank of the Guisane.

Visit a sentry fort overlooking the five Briançon valleys.

An easy family hike. Caution in the mountains: children must be supervised at all times due to the presence of ravines. Round trip route in the Vauban city of Briançon. Numerous viewpoints and historical sites of great interest.

This hike takes us to see the largest concentration of blue thistles in the entire Alpine arc.

A beautiful hike starting from the centre of Briançon, offering magnificent views of the town, the valley and the famous glaciers of the Écrins massif.

This is a short circular walk around Puy Aillaud, to be done when there is no snow, which will allow you to admire the paragliders taking off from one of the most famous spots in the valley. You will then pass through the shade of the forest as you cross the Ravin du Goitreux.

Circular loop to explore Combe de Narreyroux and the Canaux trail in Puy-Saint-Vincent. It follows the 1800m discovery trail to the Pont de Narreyroux bridge, passing through the Combe, which is reminiscent of Switzerland. The return journey is along the botanical trail alongside the Canal Trail.

This is a must-do hike in Vallouise, offering views of the Écrins, the Cerces and the Queyras, and in particular, thanks to its proximity, the Pelvoux, the Pic sans Nom and the Ailefroide.

A short loop starting from Puy-Aillaud will take you from larch forests to hay meadows and pastures, with views of Pelvoux and the Puy-Saint-Vincent valley as far as L'Argentière-la-Bessée.

For those who love aerial views, the Croix de Toulouse offers a spectacular view of Briançon.

Easily accessible at the top of the resort, this easy route can be enjoyed with children (by section depending on age). There are constant views of the entire mountain range.

Part of the route is off-trail, allowing you to discover an alpine pasture that is neglected by hikers but particularly interesting. Important note: access to the car park via the Col d'Anon forest road is difficult and not recommended for low-clearance vehicles.

Loop to the Ascension lakes starting from Lauzet. The hike passes through the small pass of Peyron, which offers a magnificent view of the two valleys, the three lakes and the entire cirque. The return trip along the forest path is a bit monotonous, but this is more than compensated for by the beauty of the landscapes you encounter.

This circuit can be started from many different places. The one described here starts from the hamlet of Lauzet above La Roche-de-Rame. Please note that the 10km access track is in very poor condition and not recommended for low-clearance vehicles.

A day's hike starting from the hamlet of Narreyroux near the resort of Puy-Saint-Vincent (30 minutes from Briançon). A beautiful hike to Col de Bal, a feast for the eyes in the flower-filled month of June. Return to the hamlet via the same trail.

This lovely walk showcases two remarkable features of Saint-Chaffrey: a cool path along the Torrent de la Guisane and its canal, followed by a tour of the hamlets of Chantemerle, Villard Laté and La Villette. Beautiful views of the valley and surrounding mountains complete this walk.

In the Crête des Grangettes cirque, there is a particularly famous mountain lake at 2,514 metres, called the Eychauda.

A very pleasant route through a pine forest. Panoramic views of the Serre Chevalier valley, the village of Saint-Chaffrey and the Écrins mountain range.

This route takes you to Lac de l'Eychauda, looping back via the pass of the same name, then Pas de l'Âne and finally Col des Grangettes. The view of the lake from Col des Grangettes is panoramic.

This easy circular walk allows you to discover a charming alpine chalet and, in spring, enjoy the magnificent flower-filled mountain pastures.

A lovely mountain bike loop, climbing on a forest track and descending on a remarkable trail through a cool larch forest. Fans of fast, flowing single tracks will be delighted. Straddling the municipalities of Freissinières and Champcella, the latter have always fought over the mountain pastures, and this is still the case today. There is a very short section where you will need to carry your bike.

Based on the route already suggested on Visorando, the Cimetière des Vaudois, I suggest a route that allows you to discover, after the cemetery, the Grotte des Fazys, where some of these Waldensians were smoked out during the 14th and 15th centuries. This is followed by a detour through some of the charming neighbourhoods that make up the village of Freissinières, an educational route (arboretum) and finally a return via the Bois de Monsieur, along the Torrent de la Biaysse.

Hike along the ridges starting from the Freissinières valley.

The Tour de la Tête du Gaulent via the Col de Val Haute is a superb circular route. It crosses secret mountain pastures that gradually reveal themselves, unveiling the timelessness of pastoral life.

A very pleasant route along the banks of the Clarée with the discovery of a historic cave. (Please note: the path through the Ravin des Sables is currently completely destroyed, so it is advisable to reverse the direction of the hike to reach the cave.)