La pointe des Cerces - Hiking trail

Hiking
Expert
7h
15km
Round trip
+1200m
-1200m
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Description

Emblematic hike in the Cerces massif leading to the Pointe des Cerces. From the summit, exceptional 360° panoramic views of the Écrins, Thabor, Aiguilles d'Arves and Mont-Blanc. A challenging ascent rewarded by breathtaking scenery.

Take on the Pointe des Cerces, one of the most emblematic hikes in the Cerces massif. The trail guides you through flower-filled alpine meadows, scree slopes and panoramic ridges, and past high-altitude lakes: Lac des Cerces, Lac du Grand Ban and Lac Rond, which add a magical touch to the route.

From the summit, a 360° panorama opens up of the most famous peaks: Écrins, Thabor, Aiguilles d'Arves, Mont-Blanc and Mont Viso.
The ascent requires a sustained effort, but every step is rewarded by the mountain's grandiose beauty.

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Address
Parking de Plan Lachat, Route des Grandes Alpes, 73450, Valloire

Car access and parking: From Valloire, take the Galibier road for 8 km. Before the last bridge over the Valloirette river, park on the left at the Plan Lachat parking lot. In summer, a shuttle bus runs between the center of Valloire and Plan Lachat several times a day.

Opening
Accessible outside the snow season and subject to weather conditions. Please check with the Tourist Office beforehand for current access conditions. Recommended season: summer.

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Address
Parking de Plan Lachat, Route des Grandes Alpes, 73450, Valloire

Car access and parking: From Valloire, take the Galibier road for 8 km. Before the last bridge over the Valloirette river, park on the left at the Plan Lachat parking lot. In summer, a shuttle bus runs between the center of Valloire and Plan Lachat several times a day.

Opening
Accessible outside the snow season and subject to weather conditions. Please check with the Tourist Office beforehand for current access conditions. Recommended season: summer.