Discovering the area

The Champsaur valley, a beautiful patchwork quilt of fields and hedgerows spread over gently rolling hillsides, and Valgaudemar, a deep and dramatic Alpine valley, often compared to a Himalayan landscape.

Enjoy the liveliness and warmth of the local people and the tranquility and solitude of nature.

Experience the intimacy of a village festival and the openness of a vast natural wilderness.

A gentle mountain environment accessible to everyone, and for the initiated, a true high mountain experience.

Champsaur, from Spring through Autumn...

A gentle, open valley with the only remaining example of ‘bocage’ the traditional alpine farmers’ field and hedgerow networks, left in the French Alps.

Situated at the entrance to the Ecrins National Park where the abundance and diversity of flora and fauna demands respect and exploration.

1001 different walks suitable for families and more hardened mountaineers alike: from the classic summit of the Vieux Chaillol to a gentle stroll in Prapic to see the marmottes… there are 60 way-marked routes to choose from.

A holiday destination perfect for families and friends who want a combination of outdoor activities, mooching around local markets, cultural and entertainment events or simply time to relax and do nothing.

Valgaudemar, from Spring through Autumn...

A high mountain valley with a real Himalayan ambience; dramatic, steep sides, glaciers and 3000m plus summits including l’Olan, le Gioberney, les Bans and le Sirac.

A preserved, natural and wild environment at the gateway to the Ecrins National Park with numerous species of plants and animals.

Explore the high altitude lakes and then, why not, stay the night in a mountain refuge?

Walk around the falls of des Oulles du Diable, do the Gioberney, go under the Voile de la Mariee waterfall…there are numerous walking possibilities and 33 way-marked routes.

An adventurer’s paradise, Valgaudemar is a mecca for mountaineering, climbing and white water sports.