In the footsteps of the peasant miners of Guisane
Departure from Le Monêtier-les-Bains (Hautes-Alpes)
The Briançonnais region had several hundred peasant-mines each operated by 2 to 3 people.
This route lets you access two of these sites in the Guisane valley. Here you can still find remnants of these operations.
It also offers stunning panoramic views of the Guisane valley and the Les Agneaux mountain. You can enjoy this in both summer and winter, with snowshoes (the southern exposure allows for rapid stabilisation of the snowpack).
The Cinquante Anes Cave via the Lauzes Cabin
Departure from Val-des-Prés (Hautes-Alpes)
Lovely loop above Val-des-Prés providing a bird's eye view of the famous Clarée Valley.
Croce Chabriere
Departure from Bardonecchia (Torino)
Above Bardonecchia, this cross has a particularly striking view of the winding road connecting the exit from the Fréjus tunnel to the Italian cities, beginning with Turin.
The sheepfold of Peyre Moute
Departure from Cervières (Hautes-Alpes)
Circuit opposite the magnificent peak of Rochebrune with an exceptional view of the road of the Col d'Izoard. And besides, there are chamois here!
Oules du Diable, Cascade du Buchardet and Cabane de l'Aup
Departure from La Chapelle-en-Valgaudemar (Hautes-Alpes)
Very nice, accessible hike: no difficult passages, breathtaking views of the glaciers all the way, regular waterfalls, marmots, an incredible end to the hike with the Oules du Diable.
Hike done on August 23, 2014, a year with a lot of water, we were lucky: waterfalls and torrents "at full throttle" and a very flowery route!
Pont des Oules du Diable and Cascade de Buchardet
Departure from La Chapelle-en-Valgaudemar (Hautes-Alpes)
Magnificent walk between the Pont des Oules du Diable and the Cascade du Buchardet waterfall.
Fressinières Pass (Col)
Departure from Orcières (Hautes-Alpes)
From Prapic to Dormillouse via the Fressinières Pass.
Please note: the height difference is only 1200 m.
Circuit around Mont-Dauphin
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 Cabane de Tante Yvonne (Aunt Yvonne's cabin!)
Departure from Saint-Jean-Saint-Nicolas (Hautes-Alpes)
This is a walk where you'll find shelter right in the heart of mountain pastures and where you can enjoy a friendly meal ... in very pleasant surroundings.
Between Molines-en-Queyras and Saint-Véran
Departure from Molines-en-Queyras (Hautes-Alpes)
A short circuit from the hamlet of Pierre Grosse through the ski slopes to reach and discover Saint-Véran.
The Col de Bramousse and Col de Fromage via the Col de Souillet
Departure from Ceillac (Hautes-Alpes)
You'll take the Aiguillettes path up to the two major passes above Ceillac, then join the Col de Fromage via the Souillet path on the Guil valley side, on a beautiful balcony path.
⚠️Caution: the Aiguillettes path crosses 3 ravines that may pose problems for some. If this is the case, you can take the GR® which starts nearby and ends at the same point. Less interesting but quieter.
Valpréveyre - Lago Verde
Departure from Abriès (Hautes-Alpes)
First stage of Circuit Franco-Italian border "Queyras in Val Pellice" punctuated by passages through three interesting passes: Malaure, Bouchet and Vampréveyre.
The Queyras circuit - Val Pellice
Departure from Abriès (Hautes-Alpes)
Three days walking through the passes and cabins in this region and opportunities to explore this lovely area. Enjoy an Italian tradition: agroturismo by residing overnight in one of the farms alongside calves, cows, pigs, chickens etc.
Col de Clausis by its lake
Departure from Ceillac (Hautes-Alpes)
A fine hike, not too strenuous, with a pretty lake in a high-mountain landscape. The last part, a little harder, takes you up to 2800m and offers magnificent views. A few marmottes can be seen on the way to the pass.
The Refuge de Vallonbrun
Departure from Lanslevillard (Savoie)
A half-day hike for intermediate walkers. You'll walk through different settings that offer a large range of Vanoise flora, while benefiting from an extraordinary view over the summits of Maurienne and the Ecrins national park.
Trek around Chambeyron Mountain Range (4) Maljasset - Refuge Campo Base
Departure from Saint-Paul-sur-Ubaye (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Quite a long stage but a steady route. A climb up to Col de Mary then a long downhill hike all the way to the shelter, in Chiaperra, Italy.