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Bivouac Tour Ecrins

Briançon

Les Deux Alpes and La Grave

Grenoble

Beautiful hiking trip around the National Park of Les Ecrins

Also in Hautes-Alpes, France

Hiking Difficult

Distance
87 km
Ascent
4.9 km
Descent
4.6 km
Duration
1 day +
Low Point
1.2 km
High Point
2.5 km
Gradient
25˚
Bivouac Tour Ecrins Map

This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's remote, it features high exposure and is typically done between June and September. From a low point of 1.2 km to the maximum altitude of 2.5 km, the route covers 87 km, 4859 vertical metres of ascent and 4552 vertical metres of descent.

Description

beautiful tour in the French Alps

Difficulty

Difficult

Hiking trails where obstacles such as rocks or roots are prevalent. Some obstacles can require care to step over or around. At times, the trail can be worn and eroded. The grade of the trail is generally quite steep, and can often lead to strenuous hiking.

High Exposure

3 out of 4

Some trail sections have exposed ledges or steep ascents/descents where falling could cause serious injury.

Remoteness

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between June and September

Features

  • Alpine
  • Wildlife
  • Historical
  • Summit Hike
  • Wild flowers
  • Water features
  • Forestry or heavy vegetation