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The Saut du Laire

in Orcières
13.0 km
Round-trip
Walking/pedestrian
2h
Medium

  • An easy hike in the open Drac Noir valley. The grassy slopes, the hayfields, and the pastures are the marmots’ favourite places.

  • "On this warm June evening, I cross the Charnières plateau. I notice a strange shape in the middle of the prairie that is most full of flowers. No, it is not a marmot. I approach, hidden by the alders hanging over the Drac. A perfect lotus position, in the simplest of clothing but respecting decency and decorum, thanks to square of material, a man is meditating. A childlike smile lights up his face."
    Daniel Briotet, park ranger in Champsaur
  • Tips
    This itinerary which is suitable for children is best if you avoid setting off too late. Depending on meteorological conditions, vigilance is necessary when crossing the steep slopes under the Saulce chapel.

    Is in the midst of the park : The national park is an unrestricted natural area but subjected to regulations which must be known by all visitors.
    Herd protection dogs : In mountain pastures, protection dogs are there to protect the herds from predators (wolves, etc.).When I hike I adapt my behavior by going around the herd and pausing for the dog to identify me.Find out more about the actions to adopt with the article "Protection dogs: a context and actions to adopt".Tell us about your meeting by answering this survey.
  • Departure
    Orcières
  • Difference in height
    779 m
  • Departure : Prapic.
    Road access : In Orcières village, take the direction to Prapic hamlet where the car park is situated. .
    Parking recommended : Prapic hamlet (signposts with park regulations and information). .
    Public transport : Coach from Gap to Orcières. .
  • Documentation
    GPX / KML files allow you to export the trail of your hike to your GPS (or other navigation tool)
779 meters of difference in height
  • Maximum altitude : 1906 m
  • Minimum altitude : 1537 m
  • Total positive elevation : 779 m
  • Total negative elevation : -431 m
  • Max positive elevation : 257 m
  • Min positive elevation : -136 m