• Guided hike around Lake Serre-Ponçon
  • Guided hike around Lake Serre-Ponçon
  • Guided hike around Lake Serre-Ponçon
  • Guided hike around Lake Serre-Ponçon
  • Guided hike around Lake Serre-Ponçon
  • Guided hike around Lake Serre-Ponçon
French Alps / Hautes-Alpes

Guided hike around Lake Serre-Ponçon

Réf : ZHSEMK

In summary

  • Sports
    Hiking / Trekking
  • Duration
    6 days
  • Level
    Intermediate

    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
    French Alps / Hautes-Alpes
  • Age
    From the age of 18
  • CO₂-Emissions
    102.66 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This group trip is perfect for travelers who want to experience a sporting adventure with other enthusiasts and be guided.
    Type of stay
    In a group
  • Languages
    French

In a few words

For your holidays, discover Lake Serre-Ponçon and its surroundings on a hike! Accompanied by passionate guides who are experts on the region , you'll discover the most beautiful viewpoints overlooking the lake, the Durance Valley, and the many surrounding peaks of the Écrins, Queyras, and Ubaye mountain ranges. The landscapes, fauna, and flora of the region will immerse you in a surreal world . Your accommodation, a 3-star hotel, will offer comfort and an ideal location. Just a short walk from the Embrun lake, you'll have the opportunity to take a refreshing dip after your hike. Combining relaxation and exploration, this trip is perfect for a getaway with family or friends.

The highlights

  • Spring and autumn stay
  • 3-star hotel by the lake
  • Swimming every day in the lake opposite the hotel
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Sport

Level

Hiking / Trekking

Intermediate

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 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.

In figures

Hiking

  • Average duration/day: 5h
  • Average daily elevation gain: 610 m
  • Average daily descent: 610 m

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Languages ​​spoken:
French
Supervisor
You will be accompanied by state-certified guides, passionate and specialists in the Queyras region.

Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6

  • Welcome

    • Transportation Minibus - 00h07 - 4km
    • Accommodation 3-star hotel
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner included

    You will be met by your guide at 6:15 pm on Sunday evening at the train station. If you prefer to arrive by car, go directly to the accommodation.

    Day 1

Note

Don't hesitate to consider this program as a flexible promise!

Due to variables such as weather, drought, trail conditions, or other factors beyond our control, we may occasionally make adjustments. However, rest assured, our guide is an expert on the mountain range, knowing its every secret, and will strive to guarantee you an exceptional experience. For example, if certain routes are crowded, he will show you magnificent and unspoiled paths to ensure your stay is truly memorable. Get ready to explore enchanting places!

Accommodation

🏨 3-star hotel - Days 1 to 6

Your hotel for your stay is located a 20-minute walk from Embrun's historic town center and 150 meters from Embrun's lake. Spacious and comfortable, it's the ideal place to relax after your day's activities.

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Price details

The price includes

  1. Full board from dinner on Day 1 to lunch on Day 6
  2. Accommodation in a double room
  3. The hikes are led by a state-certified mountain professional.
  4. Transfers by minibus and shuttle as indicated in the day-by-day itinerary (up to 8 people)
  5. Transfers between the train station and the accommodation

The price does not include

  1. Drinks and wine during meals
  2. Transportation to the meeting point
  3. Personal expenses
  4. The extras

Options

You will be able to select these options when booking.
  1. Extra night BEFORE stay - Single room : CHF132.65 / unit
  2. Extra night BEFORE stay - Double room : CHF210.40 / unit
  3. Additional night AFTER your stay - Single room : CHF132.65 / unit
  4. Additional night AFTER stay - Double room : CHF210.40 / unit
  5. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities

Specifics

Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).

In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.

It is your responsibility to ensure that you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (

For example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return date. Consider visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to take into account any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.

ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.
Equipment

Equipment to bring

  1. Backpack of approximately 40L
  2. Sleeping bag sheet
  3. Picnic
  4. Airtight container for picnics
  5. Gourd
  6. Hiking shoes
  7. Lightweight shoes
  8. Telescopic poles
  9. Sunglasses
  10. Hat/cap
  11. Camera
  12. Toiletries
  13. Headlamp

Clothing to bring

  1. Waterproof windproof jacket
  2. Fleece jacket
  3. Breathable walking clothes
  4. Change of clothes
  5. Swimsuit
  6. Towel
The Marion, Boris et Christophe team
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The Marion, Boris et Christophe team

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A specialist in the Southern Alps for over 20 years, our local partner operates in exceptional regions such as the Queyras, the Écrins, the Mercantour, and the Ubaye, not forgetting its heartland: the Calanques. This small, friendly agency relies on a team of passionate experts to design tailor-made trips, perfectly suited to your desired length and comfort level. Known for its strong local presence, it guarantees year-round departures for its guided tours, placing conviviality and human values ​​at the heart of every shared adventure.
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