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Three Crosses Loop in Villars-Colmars
Visorando Member
3.64 mi
+1,332 ft
-1,325 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Villars-Colmars (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Loop starting from Villars-Colmars, taking part of the Tour du Haut-Verdon. Possible difficulties during the climb: the gradient is a little steep for beginners and there are a few sections on slate rubble.
Panoramic loop of Chasse
4.27 mi
+1,112 ft
-1,093 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Villars-Colmars (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Trail on the left bank of a bubbling stream, very pretty panorama of the pretty hamlet of Chasse and Villars-Colmars. From the hamlet of Chasse, the route crosses the stream, then loops around the slope of the Gardette mountain.
Circular of the Adroit Canal in Colmars-les-Alpes
2.55 mi
+489 ft
-495 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Colmars (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Discover the Adroit Canal in Colmars-les-Alpes. This pleasant walk follows the route of the old Adroit Canal on the slopes of the Gardette mountain. You will enjoy superb views of the valley, the town and the fortifications of Colmars.
Throughout the route, information panels offer drawing activities with useful tips and, as a bonus, lots of details about the fauna, flora and history of this canal.
Towards the Lignin Lakes
11.05 mi
+2,667 ft
-2,664 ft
7h 25
Difficult
Departure from Colmars (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A beautiful hike starting at the Pont de la Serre by the Lance pools and leading to the Lignin Lakes through woods and alpine pastures.
The Lignin Lakes circular tour
11.21 mi
+2,306 ft
-2,320 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Colmars (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A superb circular walk offering views of a charming little valley, then, after a short but steep climb, the plateau home to the Lignin Lakes. View the lakes and descend via a very beautiful path that crosses the plateau and passes close to La Lance, where you can see some superb pools and waterfalls. Return to the starting point. No particular difficulties apart from the length of the route, provided there is no snow on the ground.
The Gorges de St-Pierre and the Tour de la Femme Couchée
10.97 mi
+4,285 ft
-4,285 ft
8h 45
Difficult
Departure from Beauvezer (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Very varied landscapes between canyons, forests and ridges.
Chaumie waterfall
2.06 mi
+942 ft
-928 ft
1h 45
Moderate
Departure from Colmars (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A short hike to a waterfall that is well worth the effort.
Ondres
4.52 mi
+906 ft
-902 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Thorame-Haute (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Ascent to and visit to Ondres, a small picturesque village belonging to Thorame-Haute.
From Allos to Colmars via the Autapie ridge
7.35 mi
+659 ft
-4,324 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
An easy hike starting from the Gros Tapi chairlift terminus. A ridge walk offering constantly stunning and unforgettable panoramic views of the Haut Verdon mountain ranges. An easy route with a final descent to Colmars through the forest on signposted paths. Best undertaken in summer whilst the chairlifts are operating.
Circular Boules and Chalufy Huts Loop
9.14 mi
+3,104 ft
-3,084 ft
6h 55
Difficult
Departure from Thorame-Basse (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
What a surprise to come across this cave-like hut nestled in a small valley – it makes you want to see more! And so it continues throughout this walk, taking in mountain passes, mountain pastures and the charming village of La Valette, typical of these low-lying Alpine valleys.
Two-day circular to Mont Pelat and Le Cimet
23.72 mi
+7,982 ft
-7,989 ft
2 days
Difficult
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A magnificent, challenging and breathtaking two-day circular route in the heart of the Mercantour National Park, starting from the village of Allos. The route passes by Lac d'Allos and its refuge, Mont Pelat, Lac du Trou de l'Aigle, Le Cimet and its many waterfalls, including Cascade du Pich, and the Bois de Vacheresse. You will set out to climb two peaks over 3,000 metres high: Mont Pelat (3,051 metres) and Le Cimet (3,020 metres), from which you will enjoy 360° panoramic views of the national park.
Allos - Mont Pelat
10.09 mi
+5,577 ft
-328 ft
9h 30
Difficult
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
The first part of this two-day circular is challenging and breathtaking, taking you through the heart of Mercantour National Park from the village of Allos, via Lac d'Allos and its refuge, Mont Pelat, Lac du Trou de l'Aigle, Le Cimet and its many waterfalls, including Cascade du Pich and Les Bois de Vacheresse.
The Old Postman’s Trail in Val d’Allos-le-Village
Tourist office
7.56 mi
+1,923 ft
-1,923 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A lush, wooded route passing through varied landscapes; pleasant with beautiful scenery, quiet and shaded, suitable for all seasons – on snowshoes in winter, on foot or by mountain bike the rest of the year.It allows you to follow the route taken by a postman until 1950, when the mountains were more densely populated, postmen used to visit every house, and there were no tracks, and to discover three magnificent sites of historic mountain settlements: the Brec d’Allos, the Bois de Vacheresse and the Ancienne Ferme des Bois, and finally the hamlet of Bouchier.
Towards Les Brecs d'Allos
5.07 mi
+1,407 ft
-1,421 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Explore the Piste de Vacheresse and the Plateau du Brec starting from Allos. Return to La Cluite via theGR®56along the Chadoulin
Pich and Cimet Waterfalls in the Mercantour
12.68 mi
+3,022 ft
-3,022 ft
8h 30
Difficult
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Beautiful view of the Cascade du Pich and climb to the Cascade du Cimet via the Torrent de Bouchier and the Maison Forestière du Talon.
Rochecline from Allos
6.33 mi
+3,182 ft
-3,189 ft
5h 40
Difficult
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Three-quarters of the route is sheltered by larch trees, ending with a ridge trail. Magnificent view of the valley.
Rochecline, setting off from Val d’Allos le Village
5.52 mi
+2,720 ft
-2,726 ft
4h 55
Difficult
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Discover the iconic peak of Val d’Allos.
Valplane – Lac d’Allos circular loop
10.86 mi
+3,589 ft
-3,612 ft
8h 05
Difficult
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A lovely circular walk starting from the Cluite car park on the Lac d’Allos road. Ascend the Vallon de Valplane, pass by the Tête de Valplane and descend towards Lac d’Allos. The Vallon de Valplane is much less frequented than the neighbouring Vallon du Lac d’Allos; you may spot chamois and ibex there. Return via the GR®
From one hamlet to another from La Baumelle
4.16 mi
+1,260 ft
-1,260 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A lovely circular route passing through the hamlets of Val d'Allos le Village
Preinier Valley
7.53 mi
+2,293 ft
-2,306 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A hike through forest, mountain huts and alpine vegetation.
The foresters’ cottages at Le Pasquier at the start of the trail from Peyresq
10.44 mi
+2,684 ft
-2,690 ft
7h 10
Moderate
Departure from Thorame-Haute (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Located between the Mercantour National Park and the Verdon Nature Park.
A route of moderate difficulty; on the return leg to Plan de Rieu, you can retrace your steps to Peyresq via the path taken on the way out, which offers a more comfortable hike.
Lac d’Allos – Tête de Valplane – La Cluite car park
4.56 mi
+1,306 ft
-2,707 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Alternative route to reach the Cluite car park from the Lac d’Allos refuge. The route passes via the Tête de Valplane, which offers breathtaking views of Lac d’Allos, the Cirque de l’Encombrette and the valley leading to Colmars. 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.This route takes you off the marked trails; please read the reviews.
Mont Pelat
8.14 mi
+3,179 ft
-3,173 ft
6h 30
Difficult
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
The highest peak in the Haut Verdon Valley in the heart of the Mercantour National Park.
Col and Cirque de l'Encombrette
5.25 mi
+1,368 ft
-1,365 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Explore the Cirque de l'Encombrette and its pass at an altitude of 2,500 metres in the heart of the Mercantour National Park.
The Mercantour Lakes Circular Route
6.93 mi
+1,978 ft
-1,952 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Explore the glacial lakes: Petite Cayolle, Garrets, Lausson and d’Allos.
Col de l'Encombrette via Lac d'Allos
5.69 mi
+1,191 ft
-1,188 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
This hike, completed in early June, was invigorating. The snow, still very much present, gives way to nature awakening. Flora and fauna are in full swing. These sites are located in the Mercantour National Park. For the benefit of all, please respect the regulations and guidelines posted.
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.
Lake Allos
4.65 mi
+571 ft
-574 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Discover the largest natural high-altitude lake in Europe.
Mont Pelat and Lac d'Allos
8.76 mi
+3,179 ft
-3,202 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
It is renowned as the easiest 3,000-metre peak in the Southern Alps. To the north, it overlooks the glacial site of Lac d'Allos, the largest high-altitude lake in Europe at 2,227 metres: Mont Pelat, in the Mercantour National Park, is the highest point in the Haut Verdon.
The Allos Lakes Trail
7.81 mi
+1,962 ft
-1,975 ft
5h 20
Difficult
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A hike to discover four glacial lakes among chamois, ibex and marmots!
Mont Pelat from the Laus car park
8.44 mi
+3,317 ft
-3,304 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
It is the 3000m peak renowned as the easiest in the Southern Alps. To the north, it overlooks the glacial site of Lac d'Allos, the largest high-altitude lake in Europe at 2,227 metres.
Mont Pelat, in the Mercantour National Park, is the highest point in the Haut Verdon.
Mont Pelat - Allos via Le Cimet
13.63 mi
+2,405 ft
-7,661 ft
8h 20
Very difficult
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Second part of the circular. This second stage will take you to the village of Allos, starting from Mont Pelat, via the Trou de l'Aigle, the Cimet and its many waterfalls, including the Cascade du Pich and the Bois de Vacheresse.