• 4-5 day trek around the mountain huts in Vallouise
  • 4-5 day trek around the mountain huts in Vallouise
  • 4-5 day trek around the mountain huts in Vallouise
  • 4-5 day trek around the mountain huts in Vallouise
  • 4-5 day trek around the mountain huts in Vallouise
Briançon / Écrins Massif

4-5 day trek around the mountain huts in Vallouise

Réf : KOJNZK

In summary

  • Sports
    Hiking / Trekking
  • Duration
    5 days
  • Level
    Advance

    Levels

    Hiking / Trekking
    Beginner
    For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
    Intermediate
    For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
    Confirmed
    For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
    Advanced
    For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
    Expert
    For those who want a challenging hike of 7 to 8 hours per day with over 1200 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years, and you are training for this event.
  • Destination
    Briançon / Écrins Massif
  • Age
    From 14 - 90 years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    26.02 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This personalized stay offers you the opportunity to experience a sporting adventure with an organization tailored to your needs.
    Type of stay
    Independent traveler

In a few words

Embark on an exceptional itinerary in the heart of the Écrins National Park , exploring the Vallouise valley on a 4- to 5-day trek . This trek, suitable for experienced hikers, immerses you in a wild and rugged landscape , between high mountain passes , shimmering glaciers , and breathtaking panoramas.

Each day takes you from mountain refuge to mountain refuge, in a warm and authentic atmosphere, fostered by passionate wardens. Evenings, punctuated by conversations among hikers and convivial meals , are an invitation to total disconnection . The remarkably clear night sky transforms into a veritable starry theater , far from any light pollution.

Easily accessible by train , particularly thanks to overnight services from Paris to L'Argentière-la-Bessée, this stay promotes an eco-friendly and car-free approach. A perfect balance between exertion, contemplation, and immersion , in the heart of a protected area.

Treat yourself to a unique alpine getaway , in the spirit of great mountain treks, between raw nature and mountain hospitality .

The highlights

  • Magnificent high mountain landscapes in the heart of the Écrins National Park
  • Nights in mountain refuges
  • Landscape diversity
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Sport

Level

Hiking / Trekking

Advance

Levels

Hiking / Trekking
Beginner
For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
Intermediate
For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
Confirmed
For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
Advanced
For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
Expert
For those who want a challenging hike of 7 to 8 hours per day with over 1200 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years, and you are training for this event.
For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.

The expert's opinion

This is a self-guided trip, meaning it is not supervised or in a group.

Safety: Some sections of the route are steep with cables, exposed and slippery in wet weather, especially on the ascent to Sélé. The path is sometimes rocky.

As this is a high-altitude route, we encourage you to check the access conditions to the mountain huts and the weather forecast before booking.


To fully enjoy this stay, it is advisable to be in good health and physical condition.

In figures

Hiking

  • Average duration/day: 5h
  • Average distance/day: 9 km
  • Average daily elevation gain: 717 m
  • Average daily descent: 715 m
  • Exposed Passages: Yes

Management

The digital roadbook is your travel companion.
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Management

Security

This is a self-guided trip, meaning it is not supervised or in a group.

Safety: Some sections of the route are steep with cables, exposed and slippery in wet weather, especially on the ascent to Sélé. The path is sometimes rocky.

As this is a high-altitude route, we encourage you to check the access conditions to the mountain huts and the weather forecast before booking.


To fully enjoy this stay, it is recommended that you be in good health and physical condition. Contact us if you would like more information, particularly regarding the minimum recommended age.
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Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
  • map

    From Ailefroide to the Sélé refuge

    • Activity Hiking
    • Duration of the activity 5h
    • Distance 7 km
    • Positive elevation gain 1000 m
    • Negative elevation 45 m
    • Exposed passages Yes
    • Accommodation Refuge
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner included

    The hike begins in Ailefroide, a legendary spot for hikers and mountaineers. You'll follow a trail that climbs gently through a larch forest before opening onto breathtaking, rocky landscapes. Along the way, waterfalls and streams punctuate your ascent. The Refuge du Sélé, situated at 2,511 meters altitude, offers a majestic setting with stunning views of the surrounding glaciers and peaks. A peaceful evening awaits you in the heart of the Écrins National Park, perfect for recharging your batteries.

    Day 1

Accommodation

During this stay, you will sleep in several different accommodations.

Access

Departure
Ailefroide, Vallouise-Pelvoux, France
Day 1
End of stay
Ailefroide, Vallouise-Pelvoux, France
Day 5

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toL'Argentière les Écrins

You can take the train to L'Argentière station, then drive to Ailefroide.

Access by car
Travel to the place of stay with parking available

Price details

The price includes

  1. 4 nights in a dormitory room with half-board (breakfast, dinner)
  2. A hiking map
  3. The digital roadbook

The price does not include

  1. Transportation to the place of stay
  2. Picnics
  3. Drinks and personal expenses
  4. The tourist tax
  5. Anything not listed under "Price includes"

Options

  1. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities
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The Juliette team
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The Juliette team

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Our local partner offers independent or group experiences, whether with friends or family, throughout their territory. Accompanied by local guides, travelers set off to discover the unspoiled nature of these valleys, located within the Écrins National Park. It's a unique opportunity for everyone to explore local traditions, wildlife, flora, rivers, glaciers, and the region's many trails. A true adventure playground with unlimited resources is thus made available by our local partner, guaranteeing total immersion in the high mountains.
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