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Trail course "Tour des lacs"

in Orcières
19.2 km
Loop

  • The “Tour des Lacs” trail is rated black for difficulty and starts in Prapic.

  • This loop will take experienced hikers to Lac des Pisses, then Lacs Jumeaux, Profonds, and Longs before reaching the Jujal plateau with its lake and descending via the Balet trail to Prapic. Some sections are in the heart of the Ecrins National Park, so please respect the regulations in force.

    You will also cross mountain pastures, which are places where shepherds live and work. Respect their privacy by staying away from the huts and preserving the mountain environment.
    Due to predation,...
    This loop will take experienced hikers to Lac des Pisses, then Lacs Jumeaux, Profonds, and Longs before reaching the Jujal plateau with its lake and descending via the Balet trail to Prapic. Some sections are in the heart of the Ecrins National Park, so please respect the regulations in force.

    You will also cross mountain pastures, which are places where shepherds live and work. Respect their privacy by staying away from the huts and preserving the mountain environment.
    Due to predation, herds may be guarded by one or more protection dogs. Be sure to go around them and keep your distance.
  • Departure
    Orcières
  • Difference in height
    1104.93 m
  • Environment
    • In the mountains
  • Spoken languages
    • French
  • Documentation
    GPX / KML files allow you to export the trail of your hike to your GPS (or other navigation tool)
1105 meters of difference in height
  • Maximum altitude : 2481 m
  • Minimum altitude : 1523 m
  • Total positive elevation : 1105 m
  • Total negative elevation : -1105 m
  • Max positive elevation : 895 m
  • Min positive elevation : -572 m
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