Hikes to discover the lakes and peaks in the country of La Meije with the Hotel le Faranchin

With this life-size hiking stay, a change of scenery is guaranteed! Between Massif des Ecrins and the Oisans mountains, the Haute Romanche valley is the playground of this trip. Thanks to your guide, you will discover a very alpine environment.

Description

The Haute Romanche valley is one of those mythical places where man still comes face to face with unspoilt nature on a daily basis. Sabrina and David from Hôtel le Faranchin are delighted to invite you to discover their beautiful region. Each day will be exceptional, thanks to the beauty of the landscape and its natural riches.

This trip is designed for seasoned hikers with mountain experience. Be able to walk 5 to 6 hours and up to 900m of positive ascent per day.

Day 1: Your arrival at the hotel.
From 154h, installation in your room. You will then be invited to an aperitif with all the participants and your guide, with whom you will be able to discuss your stay.

2nd day: The Laurichard pass 2654m
The start is at the Col du Lautaret. This wild and mineral route will take you to the heart of the national park. An ideal day to observe chamois.
Picnic at the pass.
Elevation: about 630m 4h30 of effective walking / duration of the day: 6h30

3rd day: Summit and all of the Aiguillette du Lauzet 2610m
From the parking lot of the Pont des Alpes, you will embark on a beautiful panoramic circuit, in the heart of the Cerces massif. And maybe you will let yourself be surprised by the arrival of ibex...
Picnic in the mountain pastures, under the aiguillette.
Elevation: about 900m 5 hours of effective walking / duration of the day: 8 hours

Day 4: Lake Goléon and Cruq des Aiguilles 2707m
Departing from Valfroide, you will get off the beaten track in the mountain pastures, with a breathtaking view of La Meije and its glaciers. You will discover the Lac du Goléon. A course on which you can find rock crystal.
Picnic at the pass.
Elevation: 850m approximately 5h30 of effective walking / duration of the day: 8h

5th day: The Emparis plateau and the Lériés and Noir lakes 2450m - Massarelle loop.
This time, it's a contemplative outing that promises, from the hamlet of Chazelet, with the discovery of the highest plateau in the Alps, and as a bonus, a view of the glaciers of La Meije.
Picnic lunch at Lac Noir.
Elevation: 750m 5h30 of effective walking / duration of the day: 8h30

6th day: "Alpine" day at the foot of the glaciers - the Pacave breach 2836m
Ascent by cable car to 2400m, you will be guided through a very mineral landscape towards the Pacave breach, passing by the Puy Vachier lake 2282m. The descent will take place along the "Vallons de la Meije", to the intermediate station of the cable cars at 2400m. Return by cable car to La Grave.
Picnic facing the Râteau glacier.
Elevation: 750m 5h of effective walking + overall duration 7h30

7th day: The end of your journey.
Departure after breakfast.

Environments

• In the country
• Mountain location

Rates

Adult: 875 €.

Opening period

From 09/06 to 15/06/2024.

From 14/07 to 20/07/2024.

From 04/08 to 10/08/2024.

From 01/09 to 07/09/2024.

Spoken languages

• French

Location

Animals

Pets allowed : No