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je cherche un topo guide de randonnée sur le tour du Grand Paradis en Italie - le pendant du tour du Mont Blanc en France - afin d'organiser moi même ce tour ou est' il conseillé d'avoir un accompagnateur.
Tour du Grand Paradis
by Orpist33
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Bonjour
Jai fait pas mal de tour dans le massif du Grand Paradis, je te joints une piéce jointe qui pourra te donner une idée de parcours, après il existe beaucoup d'autres possibilités mais si tu sais lire une carte tu n'as pas besoin d'accompagnateur
bonne prépa
CHARLY😉
Le Grand-Paradis porte bien son nom ! Son point culminant (4061 m), imposant sommet glaciaire, domine un vaste massif très sauvage au sud du Val d’Aoste. Ses vallées, aux magnifiques hameaux préservés, donnent accès à un parc national pionnier, le premier créé en Europe (1922), sanctuaire des bouquetins. Dans ce massif façonné par les glaciers, les cols que vous traversez sont autant de belvédères sur les plus hauts sommets du massif, leurs glaciers, et les cimes des massifs voisins tout proches : Vanoise, Mont-Blanc et Cervin. Les points forts de cette randonnée • Un tour du massif du Grand Paradis en six jours sans aucun transfert ! • Quatre passages de cols non techniques à près de 3 000 mètres avec des panoramas superbes sur de vastes ensembles glaciaires dont le Mont-Blanc, la Meije, le Cervin et le Mont-Rose. • L’accueil chaleureux des refuges italiens et la découverte de la gastronomie locale. • Un lieu de rendez-vous et de séparation pratique, pour faciliter l’accès en transports en commun.
Randonnée : pour aborder une région ou un pays en profondeur. Marches en traversée ou en boucle, faciles d'accès. Niveau 4 : (en moyenne) marche de 6 heures par jour sur sentier et hors sentier et/ou 700 à 1 000 mètres de dénivelée positive environ et/ou 15 à 18 kilomètres. Possibilité de passages en altitude. Autonomie : lire le balisage et s’orienter avec une carte et/ou suivre un tracé GPS dans un environnement francophone ou international.
Durée :6 joursPortage :Vos affaires personnelles pour 2 nuitHébergement :RefugeEncadrement :Sans encadrementGroupe minimum :2 participantsPériode :De mi-juin à septembreAu jour le jour J 1/ Valsavarenche - Eaux Rousses - refuge Savoia ou Chivasso Rendez-vous à 13 h 30 à Pont au bout de la route de Valsavarenche. Deux options s’offrent à vous. La première, plus longue, démarre du hameau de Pont (1994 m) par un sentier qui s’élève jusqu’au Grand Collet (2832 m). Pendant la montée et à l’arrivée au col, profitez d’un magnifique point de vue sur le célèbre Grand-Paradis. L’itinéraire redescend ensuite dans le vallon du Nivolet pour rejoindre le refuge Savoia (2533 m) ou Chivasso (2600 m). La seconde, plus courte, démarre du hameau de Pont (1994 m) par un sentier qui s’élève jusqu’à la croix de la Roley (2313 m) où s’ouvre un panorama grandiose sur le célèbre Grand-Paradis. Puis, au fil de l��eau, le long de la rivière du Nivolet, vous rejoignez votre hébergement pour la nuit. Repas du soir et nuit en refuge. Option Grand Collet : 4 h 30 de marche. M : 1000 m. D : 400 m. Option croix de la Roley : 2 h 30 de marche. M : 600 m. J 2/ Refuge Savoia ou Chivasso - col Rosset - refuge Benevolo Ce matin, vous tournez le dos au Grand-Paradis, horizon splendide, en suivant les traces dans les doux alpages parsemés de petits lacs, puis de névés, jusqu’au col Rosset (3023 m). Premier col à plus de 3 000 mètres de la semaine ! Descente dans le val de Rhêmes, dîner et nuit au refuge de Benevolo (2287 m) où vous découvrirez peut-être la grolle valdôtaine ! Repas du soir et nuit en refuge. 4 h 30 de marche. M : 600 m. D : 830 m. J 3/ Refuge Benevolo - col de Bassac-Déré - refuge Mario-Bezzi Journée alpine ! Vous quittez le refuge pour rejoindre, après le passage d’un verrou rocheux, le lac glaciaire de la Golette reflétant d’impressionnants séracs. Derniers efforts pour atteindre le col de Bassac-Déré (3082 m) et profiter de points de vue exceptionnels sur le massif et ses glaciers. Vous entamez la descente en cheminant le long du glacier de Glairetta pour terminer une journée inoubliable aux portes du refuge Mario-Bezzi (2240 m) où vous passez la nuit. Repas du soir et nuit en refuge. 4 h 30 de marche. M = D : 800 m. J 4/ Refuge Mario-Bezzi - refuge de l’Epée Aujourd’hui, pas de col d’altitude mais une magnifique traversée en balcon au-dessus de la vallée du Valgrisenche. Vous randonnez au cœur des alpages ou sur des parties plus rocailleuses entre petits lacs et torrents glaciaires. Vous êtes au royaume de la célèbre fontina, fromage au lait entier du Val d’Aoste. Tout au long du parcours, vous admirez le sommet du Ruitor, l’un des plus beaux belvédères des Alpes. Vous atteignez finalement l’accueillant refuge de l’Epée (2373 m). Repas du soir et nuit en refuge. 4 h 30 de marche. M : 720 m. D : 630 m.
J 5/ Refuge de l’Epée - col Fenêtre - Breuil - Rhêmes-Notre-Dame Seconde journée alpine du séjour. Le gardien du refuge de l’Epée sera essentiel à la réussite de cette journée de par sa connaissance des lieux et conditions de terrain. Vous réalisez la montée au col Fenêtre (2875 m) par un bon sentier, le panorama sur le sommet du Grand-Paradis est superbe ! Puis, la descente sur Rhêmes-Notre-Dame (1717 m) s’effectue par un sentier plus engagé qui suit un itinéraire raide et parfois aérien. Vous perdez rapidement de l’altitude et rejoignez le lieu-dit de Torrent (2170 m), c’est la fin des difficultés du jour ! Derniers efforts pour atteindre le village de Breuil (1723 m). Repas du soir et nuit en gîte auberge. 4 h 30 de marche. M : 470 m. D : 1120 m.NB : si les conditions de terrain de début/fin de saison ne permettent pas la descente du col Fenêtre (2875 m), vous effectuerez l’ascension du col en aller et retour depuis le refuge de l’Epée. Vous rejoindrez ensuite le fond de vallée du Valgrisenche, pour atteindre finalement Rhêmes-Notre-Dame en navette locale (à votre charge). J 6/ Rhêmes-Notre-Dame - col d’Entrelor - Eaux-Rousses - Valsavarenche Etape plus longue que les autres pour une magnifique traversée au profil doux et varié avec des points de vue inoubliables. Départ matinal du village de Rhêmes-Notre-Dame, vous cheminez dans de belles forêts de mélèzes jusqu’aux alpages d’Entrelor (2142 m). Puis, vous suivez le torrent éponyme pour finalement atteindre par une montée progressive le col d’Entrelor (3007 m), le dernier col de plus de 3 000 mètres de ce séjour ! Descente régulière face au Grand-Paradis jusqu’au lac Noir (2670 m) puis vers les lacs Djouan (2516 m). Vous êtes presque au bout du voyage. Vous traversez à flanc pour rejoindre la Maison du parc et, enfin, tout en bas au milieu des conifères, c’est le village d’Eaux-Rousses (1666 m), terme de votre itinéraire dans le massif du Grand-Paradis. Fin du séjour en fin d’après-midi à Eaux-Rousses. 6 h 30 de marche. M : 1300 m. D : 1350 m.En option : l’ascension du Grand-Paradis (4061 m) Il est possible de prolonger votre séjour de deux jours pour effectuer l’ascension du Grand-Paradis, encadrée par un guide de haute montagne. Voir la rubrique “Services plus”. NB : la durée des étapes est donnée à titre indicatif. M : dénivelée ascendante. D : dénivelée descendante.
Jai fait pas mal de tour dans le massif du Grand Paradis, je te joints une piéce jointe qui pourra te donner une idée de parcours, après il existe beaucoup d'autres possibilités mais si tu sais lire une carte tu n'as pas besoin d'accompagnateur
bonne prépa
CHARLY😉
Le Grand-Paradis porte bien son nom ! Son point culminant (4061 m), imposant sommet glaciaire, domine un vaste massif très sauvage au sud du Val d’Aoste. Ses vallées, aux magnifiques hameaux préservés, donnent accès à un parc national pionnier, le premier créé en Europe (1922), sanctuaire des bouquetins. Dans ce massif façonné par les glaciers, les cols que vous traversez sont autant de belvédères sur les plus hauts sommets du massif, leurs glaciers, et les cimes des massifs voisins tout proches : Vanoise, Mont-Blanc et Cervin. Les points forts de cette randonnée • Un tour du massif du Grand Paradis en six jours sans aucun transfert ! • Quatre passages de cols non techniques à près de 3 000 mètres avec des panoramas superbes sur de vastes ensembles glaciaires dont le Mont-Blanc, la Meije, le Cervin et le Mont-Rose. • L’accueil chaleureux des refuges italiens et la découverte de la gastronomie locale. • Un lieu de rendez-vous et de séparation pratique, pour faciliter l’accès en transports en commun.
Randonnée : pour aborder une région ou un pays en profondeur. Marches en traversée ou en boucle, faciles d'accès. Niveau 4 : (en moyenne) marche de 6 heures par jour sur sentier et hors sentier et/ou 700 à 1 000 mètres de dénivelée positive environ et/ou 15 à 18 kilomètres. Possibilité de passages en altitude. Autonomie : lire le balisage et s’orienter avec une carte et/ou suivre un tracé GPS dans un environnement francophone ou international.
Durée :6 joursPortage :Vos affaires personnelles pour 2 nuitHébergement :RefugeEncadrement :Sans encadrementGroupe minimum :2 participantsPériode :De mi-juin à septembreAu jour le jour J 1/ Valsavarenche - Eaux Rousses - refuge Savoia ou Chivasso Rendez-vous à 13 h 30 à Pont au bout de la route de Valsavarenche. Deux options s’offrent à vous. La première, plus longue, démarre du hameau de Pont (1994 m) par un sentier qui s’élève jusqu’au Grand Collet (2832 m). Pendant la montée et à l’arrivée au col, profitez d’un magnifique point de vue sur le célèbre Grand-Paradis. L’itinéraire redescend ensuite dans le vallon du Nivolet pour rejoindre le refuge Savoia (2533 m) ou Chivasso (2600 m). La seconde, plus courte, démarre du hameau de Pont (1994 m) par un sentier qui s’élève jusqu’à la croix de la Roley (2313 m) où s’ouvre un panorama grandiose sur le célèbre Grand-Paradis. Puis, au fil de l��eau, le long de la rivière du Nivolet, vous rejoignez votre hébergement pour la nuit. Repas du soir et nuit en refuge. Option Grand Collet : 4 h 30 de marche. M : 1000 m. D : 400 m. Option croix de la Roley : 2 h 30 de marche. M : 600 m. J 2/ Refuge Savoia ou Chivasso - col Rosset - refuge Benevolo Ce matin, vous tournez le dos au Grand-Paradis, horizon splendide, en suivant les traces dans les doux alpages parsemés de petits lacs, puis de névés, jusqu’au col Rosset (3023 m). Premier col à plus de 3 000 mètres de la semaine ! Descente dans le val de Rhêmes, dîner et nuit au refuge de Benevolo (2287 m) où vous découvrirez peut-être la grolle valdôtaine ! Repas du soir et nuit en refuge. 4 h 30 de marche. M : 600 m. D : 830 m. J 3/ Refuge Benevolo - col de Bassac-Déré - refuge Mario-Bezzi Journée alpine ! Vous quittez le refuge pour rejoindre, après le passage d’un verrou rocheux, le lac glaciaire de la Golette reflétant d’impressionnants séracs. Derniers efforts pour atteindre le col de Bassac-Déré (3082 m) et profiter de points de vue exceptionnels sur le massif et ses glaciers. Vous entamez la descente en cheminant le long du glacier de Glairetta pour terminer une journée inoubliable aux portes du refuge Mario-Bezzi (2240 m) où vous passez la nuit. Repas du soir et nuit en refuge. 4 h 30 de marche. M = D : 800 m. J 4/ Refuge Mario-Bezzi - refuge de l’Epée Aujourd’hui, pas de col d’altitude mais une magnifique traversée en balcon au-dessus de la vallée du Valgrisenche. Vous randonnez au cœur des alpages ou sur des parties plus rocailleuses entre petits lacs et torrents glaciaires. Vous êtes au royaume de la célèbre fontina, fromage au lait entier du Val d’Aoste. Tout au long du parcours, vous admirez le sommet du Ruitor, l’un des plus beaux belvédères des Alpes. Vous atteignez finalement l’accueillant refuge de l’Epée (2373 m). Repas du soir et nuit en refuge. 4 h 30 de marche. M : 720 m. D : 630 m.
J 5/ Refuge de l’Epée - col Fenêtre - Breuil - Rhêmes-Notre-Dame Seconde journée alpine du séjour. Le gardien du refuge de l’Epée sera essentiel à la réussite de cette journée de par sa connaissance des lieux et conditions de terrain. Vous réalisez la montée au col Fenêtre (2875 m) par un bon sentier, le panorama sur le sommet du Grand-Paradis est superbe ! Puis, la descente sur Rhêmes-Notre-Dame (1717 m) s’effectue par un sentier plus engagé qui suit un itinéraire raide et parfois aérien. Vous perdez rapidement de l’altitude et rejoignez le lieu-dit de Torrent (2170 m), c’est la fin des difficultés du jour ! Derniers efforts pour atteindre le village de Breuil (1723 m). Repas du soir et nuit en gîte auberge. 4 h 30 de marche. M : 470 m. D : 1120 m.NB : si les conditions de terrain de début/fin de saison ne permettent pas la descente du col Fenêtre (2875 m), vous effectuerez l’ascension du col en aller et retour depuis le refuge de l’Epée. Vous rejoindrez ensuite le fond de vallée du Valgrisenche, pour atteindre finalement Rhêmes-Notre-Dame en navette locale (à votre charge). J 6/ Rhêmes-Notre-Dame - col d’Entrelor - Eaux-Rousses - Valsavarenche Etape plus longue que les autres pour une magnifique traversée au profil doux et varié avec des points de vue inoubliables. Départ matinal du village de Rhêmes-Notre-Dame, vous cheminez dans de belles forêts de mélèzes jusqu’aux alpages d’Entrelor (2142 m). Puis, vous suivez le torrent éponyme pour finalement atteindre par une montée progressive le col d’Entrelor (3007 m), le dernier col de plus de 3 000 mètres de ce séjour ! Descente régulière face au Grand-Paradis jusqu’au lac Noir (2670 m) puis vers les lacs Djouan (2516 m). Vous êtes presque au bout du voyage. Vous traversez à flanc pour rejoindre la Maison du parc et, enfin, tout en bas au milieu des conifères, c’est le village d’Eaux-Rousses (1666 m), terme de votre itinéraire dans le massif du Grand-Paradis. Fin du séjour en fin d’après-midi à Eaux-Rousses. 6 h 30 de marche. M : 1300 m. D : 1350 m.En option : l’ascension du Grand-Paradis (4061 m) Il est possible de prolonger votre séjour de deux jours pour effectuer l’ascension du Grand-Paradis, encadrée par un guide de haute montagne. Voir la rubrique “Services plus”. NB : la durée des étapes est donnée à titre indicatif. M : dénivelée ascendante. D : dénivelée descendante.
Bonjour,
J'ai fait ce tour il y a quelques années. Je le trouve difficile et technique sur certaines sections avec des passages ou la glissade est interdite. Mais ca vaut le coup très beau et c'est sauvage, pour les amateurs de randos hors des sentiers battus. Photos et trace: https://goo.gl/photos/dH1Xs7bw6CjS2Zqt7 https://www.openrunner.com/r/1214993 Sinon il y a un topo dans le livre "les plus beaux treks des Alpes" par Kurschner et Gantzhorn.
J'ai fait ce tour il y a quelques années. Je le trouve difficile et technique sur certaines sections avec des passages ou la glissade est interdite. Mais ca vaut le coup très beau et c'est sauvage, pour les amateurs de randos hors des sentiers battus. Photos et trace: https://goo.gl/photos/dH1Xs7bw6CjS2Zqt7 https://www.openrunner.com/r/1214993 Sinon il y a un topo dans le livre "les plus beaux treks des Alpes" par Kurschner et Gantzhorn.
Etienne
Il n'y a pas de chemin vers le bonheur, le bonheur c'est le chemin.
"Qui avale une noix de coco fait confiance à son anus" Proverbe africain
http://etienne.fert.pagesperso-orange.fr/
Bonjour
Tu parles du trek décrit plus haut lorsque tu dis " difficile et technique " ?
Euh, pas sur. J ai lu tour grand paradis sans verifier que ca correspondait bien a ce qui est dans le post. Donc mes commentaires sont valides pour ce que j ai fait et la trace mais pas forcement a ce qui est decrit dans le post initial. Si ce n est pas le cas alors oubliez mes commentaires.
Euh, pas sur. J ai lu tour grand paradis sans verifier que ca correspondait bien a ce qui est dans le post. Donc mes commentaires sont valides pour ce que j ai fait et la trace mais pas forcement a ce qui est decrit dans le post initial. Si ce n est pas le cas alors oubliez mes commentaires.
Etienne
Il n'y a pas de chemin vers le bonheur, le bonheur c'est le chemin.
"Qui avale une noix de coco fait confiance à son anus" Proverbe africain
http://etienne.fert.pagesperso-orange.fr/
Bonsoir
Le tour ci dessus est un trek proposé par un voyagiste mais généralement c'est ce que font la majorité des gens c'est abordable pour tout bon randonneur quelques passages délicats en début de saison avec la neige assez fabuleux si on aime les névés sinon il faut le faire après le 14 juillet, le tarif des refuges italiens autour de 50 euros, les cartes Alpes sans frontiéres n°14 et 15 ou n°102 carte italienne , une bonne adresse pour les acheter (librairie du voyage "Ariane" a Rennes) Quand a moi j'ai fait 2 treks dans ce massif fin juin début juillet que j'ai organisé moi même mais en alternance bivouacs et refuge sur 12 et 14 jours tu dois pouvoir trouver des infos sur le forum
CHARLY😉
Le tour ci dessus est un trek proposé par un voyagiste mais généralement c'est ce que font la majorité des gens c'est abordable pour tout bon randonneur quelques passages délicats en début de saison avec la neige assez fabuleux si on aime les névés sinon il faut le faire après le 14 juillet, le tarif des refuges italiens autour de 50 euros, les cartes Alpes sans frontiéres n°14 et 15 ou n°102 carte italienne , une bonne adresse pour les acheter (librairie du voyage "Ariane" a Rennes) Quand a moi j'ai fait 2 treks dans ce massif fin juin début juillet que j'ai organisé moi même mais en alternance bivouacs et refuge sur 12 et 14 jours tu dois pouvoir trouver des infos sur le forum
CHARLY😉
J'ai trouvé un lien du trek que l'on a fait cet été , c'est mon copain Bruno l'auteur du blog
bonne lecture
CHARLY😉
http://trottesenmontagne.blogspot.fr/2017/07/du-mont-blanc-au-grand-paradis.html
bonne lecture
CHARLY😉
http://trottesenmontagne.blogspot.fr/2017/07/du-mont-blanc-au-grand-paradis.html
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I’m looking for tips from people who know this section well (Coutances → Regnéville-sur-Mer → Hauteville-sur-Mer → Bréhal → Granville → Genêts → bay crossing):
Budget-friendly accommodations: I’m struggling to find affordable stopover lodgings (a lot of what I find online are expensive vacation rentals, not really suited for a solo hiker). If you have any great spots (hostels, hiker-friendly B&Bs, nice campgrounds), I’d love to hear them! Bay crossing: Any feedback on guides/providers leaving from Genêts for the final crossing? General tips for a first long-distance trek: What you wish you’d known before your first time, pitfalls to avoid, etc.
Budget-friendly accommodations: I’m struggling to find affordable stopover lodgings (a lot of what I find online are expensive vacation rentals, not really suited for a solo hiker). If you have any great spots (hostels, hiker-friendly B&Bs, nice campgrounds), I’d love to hear them! Bay crossing: Any feedback on guides/providers leaving from Genêts for the final crossing? General tips for a first long-distance trek: What you wish you’d known before your first time, pitfalls to avoid, etc.
Hi,
We’re planning to do the 4-day trek from Mestia to Ushguli without an agency. The descriptions mention that there are accommodations at each stop, but we can’t find any details about them. Has anyone got info or feedback on this route?
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Cat, Bruno.
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Cat, Bruno.
Hi everyone!
New to this forum, I’m planning a pretty big project for 2028. I’m heading to Nepal to do a trek from Kathmandu all the way to Everest Base Camp (a cool 5,300 m 😄). This trek is a bit special because even though I’ll be part of a group, I’m going solo (so far, no problem—I’m used to it). But it’s my first real trek, and it’s also a humanitarian one: once I reach base camp, I’ll stay an extra week to help clean up the waste left by tens of thousands of climbers! Since I’m originally from South America, from two countries that share the Andes, I have a deep respect for mountains—they fascinate me. So Everest… it’s kind of the trip of a lifetime!
So, a little question for those who’ve done treks to Everest before… any tips for good mental preparation (I’m already working on the physical side)?
Thanks in advance for your advice! 🙂
New to this forum, I’m planning a pretty big project for 2028. I’m heading to Nepal to do a trek from Kathmandu all the way to Everest Base Camp (a cool 5,300 m 😄). This trek is a bit special because even though I’ll be part of a group, I’m going solo (so far, no problem—I’m used to it). But it’s my first real trek, and it’s also a humanitarian one: once I reach base camp, I’ll stay an extra week to help clean up the waste left by tens of thousands of climbers! Since I’m originally from South America, from two countries that share the Andes, I have a deep respect for mountains—they fascinate me. So Everest… it’s kind of the trip of a lifetime!
So, a little question for those who’ve done treks to Everest before… any tips for good mental preparation (I’m already working on the physical side)?
Thanks in advance for your advice! 🙂
We're planning to trek in Peru and Bolivia and would love to find some local agencies.
If you know any, could you share details on prices and, of course, the names of the agencies?
Which trek would you recommend?
Elocine
I'm heading out on a fully self-sufficient trek in Morocco (10 days) from Imilchil to Aghbalou.
Can I find screw-on gas canisters (Coleman, Primus) in Marrakech (any addresses?) or in villages between Imilchil and Aghbalou?
If not, are Butagaz canisters for camping gas (small 230g size) available?
Thanks in advance for your tips!
Hello, I’d like to embark on a little trip in my home country, Switzerland. I’ll start walking from La Cure, heading toward Le Noirmont first, then I’ll improvise my route—but it’ll probably follow the French border... at least as far as Lac de Joux.
I’ll decide day by day how much farther to go after that. My goal is to stay in nature as much as possible, wander around for as long as I can, and restock food in villages or towns along the way.
I’m thinking of mostly camping, but we’ll see if I end up in a hotel or another campsite depending on my route.
I’d love to reach La Chaux-de-Fonds on foot... maybe even Delémont. The whole thing should take about a week, give or take.
I’ll be bringing my dog, and I’m preparing for this as soon as I’m ready.
Any tips to make sure everything goes smoothly for us? Things I should know—or avoid? What about shepherds with their flocks of sheep? And isn’t hunting season open right now?
I’m not sure if what I’m planning is even doable, which is why I’m asking around.
This’ll be my first time doing something like this—wandering in nature *and* with a dog. I’m really excited for this adventure... and I need it. Thanks!
I’ll decide day by day how much farther to go after that. My goal is to stay in nature as much as possible, wander around for as long as I can, and restock food in villages or towns along the way.
I’m thinking of mostly camping, but we’ll see if I end up in a hotel or another campsite depending on my route.
I’d love to reach La Chaux-de-Fonds on foot... maybe even Delémont. The whole thing should take about a week, give or take.
I’ll be bringing my dog, and I’m preparing for this as soon as I’m ready.
Any tips to make sure everything goes smoothly for us? Things I should know—or avoid? What about shepherds with their flocks of sheep? And isn’t hunting season open right now?
I’m not sure if what I’m planning is even doable, which is why I’m asking around.
This’ll be my first time doing something like this—wandering in nature *and* with a dog. I’m really excited for this adventure... and I need it. Thanks!
Hello,
We’re really keen on ecosystems and want to hike in "natural" ancient forests—not planted woods or areas heavily degraded by human activity. Travel guides (like Lonely Planet) don’t provide much info on this. Could you point us to the most interesting spots? Thanks in advance for your tips. We wish you happy holidays and a fantastic 2026, full of discoveries! Claire and Albert
We’re really keen on ecosystems and want to hike in "natural" ancient forests—not planted woods or areas heavily degraded by human activity. Travel guides (like Lonely Planet) don’t provide much info on this. Could you point us to the most interesting spots? Thanks in advance for your tips. We wish you happy holidays and a fantastic 2026, full of discoveries! Claire and Albert
Hi, this might not be the right section, but I’d like to know if it’s possible to start mountaineering with another person without necessarily hiring a guide. We’ve done quite a bit of hiking but not mountaineering—we’ll just do a half-day glacier course. After that, we were thinking of starting with La Grande Motte and the Pointe de la Traversière, which were recommended to us. Honestly, for things like roping up and knots, I’ll learn at home with lots of videos and a book.
Spots where we could pitch the tent near a stream
I’d love to know if anyone has done treks in the Rwenzori Mountains and how much it costs on average, what the infrastructure is like, the landscapes, and safety in the area. Thanks so much! I’m really looking forward to your replies.
Hi there,
I’m looking for half-day hikes near Karakol (not Jety-Oguz, since I’ll be heading there separately—max 30 minutes’ drive to the trailhead).
I can find longer treks, but nothing for a short outing!
So, if you’ve got any ideas...
Thanks! :)
I’m looking for half-day hikes near Karakol (not Jety-Oguz, since I’ll be heading there separately—max 30 minutes’ drive to the trailhead).
I can find longer treks, but nothing for a short outing!
So, if you’ve got any ideas...
Thanks! :)
Hi everyone,
We’re leaving in 9 days for a two-week trip to Madeira, mainly to hike.
From my research, I’ve found that since last year, access to most trails—and systematically for the most popular ones—is now paid. You have to pay an access fee of 4.50 € per person per classified hike in 2026, and even 10.50 € for the most iconic hike: Pico Arieiro to Pico Ruivo. When paying, you also have to choose a day and a 30-minute time slot for your start time. Of course, this reservation is neither changeable nor refundable, even if the weather that day is terrible.
Personally, given the massive influx of tourists to the island in recent years, I don’t mind paying a fee to help maintain the trails. Similarly, setting a limit on the number of people who can hike them per day is certainly preferable to preserve this priceless heritage.
However, what’s much less fair is that in reality, most of the available spots are reserved: 1/ for Madeira residents (which is normal); 2/ for "economic operators" (meaning local tour operators). For example, if you’re a non-resident (independent tourist), no booking is possible for the Pico Arieiro hike for an early morning start before September! So, unfortunately, we’ll have to skip this hike. It’s the same issue for Ponta de São Lourenço, the 25 Fontes, Pico Ruivo... in short, all the most popular hikes. Oh well, we’ll skip those too!
So my question is: which hikes do you recommend where we won’t face the huge crowds that the others get? And where we can book the day before for the next day, taking the weather into account?
Finally, a quick accommodation question: we’ve booked the first week in Funchal, but I haven’t decided yet for the second week. Do you have any advice on where to stay in the south or north, preferably avoiding overly concrete-heavy and touristy spots?
Thanks in advance for your tips! 🙂
Pascal
We’re leaving in 9 days for a two-week trip to Madeira, mainly to hike.
From my research, I’ve found that since last year, access to most trails—and systematically for the most popular ones—is now paid. You have to pay an access fee of 4.50 € per person per classified hike in 2026, and even 10.50 € for the most iconic hike: Pico Arieiro to Pico Ruivo. When paying, you also have to choose a day and a 30-minute time slot for your start time. Of course, this reservation is neither changeable nor refundable, even if the weather that day is terrible.
Personally, given the massive influx of tourists to the island in recent years, I don’t mind paying a fee to help maintain the trails. Similarly, setting a limit on the number of people who can hike them per day is certainly preferable to preserve this priceless heritage.
However, what’s much less fair is that in reality, most of the available spots are reserved: 1/ for Madeira residents (which is normal); 2/ for "economic operators" (meaning local tour operators). For example, if you’re a non-resident (independent tourist), no booking is possible for the Pico Arieiro hike for an early morning start before September! So, unfortunately, we’ll have to skip this hike. It’s the same issue for Ponta de São Lourenço, the 25 Fontes, Pico Ruivo... in short, all the most popular hikes. Oh well, we’ll skip those too!
So my question is: which hikes do you recommend where we won’t face the huge crowds that the others get? And where we can book the day before for the next day, taking the weather into account?
Finally, a quick accommodation question: we’ve booked the first week in Funchal, but I haven’t decided yet for the second week. Do you have any advice on where to stay in the south or north, preferably avoiding overly concrete-heavy and touristy spots?
Thanks in advance for your tips! 🙂
Pascal
Hi there,
I’m reposting about the logistics for Samaria Gorge. I’d love to get recent info, especially about whether it’s possible to park my car in Omalos, do the hike, and then catch a bus back to my vehicle. In theory, it’s doable, but when you check the KTEL website, there aren’t any feasible schedules listed. If anyone has recently organized this with reliable, verified details, I’d really appreciate it. Thanks in advance!
I’m reposting about the logistics for Samaria Gorge. I’d love to get recent info, especially about whether it’s possible to park my car in Omalos, do the hike, and then catch a bus back to my vehicle. In theory, it’s doable, but when you check the KTEL website, there aren’t any feasible schedules listed. If anyone has recently organized this with reliable, verified details, I’d really appreciate it. Thanks in advance!
Hi there,
We’re flying from Montreal to Lyon this August to go hiking in the French Alps. We’ve rented a car and will be staying at campgrounds. We’re planning to do day hikes and want to stay a few days in one spot, do a few hikes, then move on to our next camping spot. Could you share your favorite spots or any recommendations for places to spend a few days with great hikes?
A few details: We arrive in early August and leave in early September. We’re looking for day hikes (or shorter), moderate difficulty, with a cumulative elevation gain of no more than 1000m, and of course, beautiful scenery! We’d prefer not to drive too much—maybe it’s best not to head too far south and deal with unnecessary heat? Along the same lines, if you know of any great campgrounds where we can start our hike directly without needing the car, we’d love to hear your suggestions!
Thanks! :-)
A few details: We arrive in early August and leave in early September. We’re looking for day hikes (or shorter), moderate difficulty, with a cumulative elevation gain of no more than 1000m, and of course, beautiful scenery! We’d prefer not to drive too much—maybe it’s best not to head too far south and deal with unnecessary heat? Along the same lines, if you know of any great campgrounds where we can start our hike directly without needing the car, we’d love to hear your suggestions!
Thanks! :-)
Hi there,
I’m planning to go hiking on this island and would like to know the best time to do it. I visited for a few days in November 2018—not for hiking but just to explore—and the weather wasn’t great, especially in the mountains. So, is a star-shaped itinerary doable if I rent a car and maybe use two different accommodations?
I’m not planning to join an organized group—just traveling with one other person and organizing things ourselves—unless you’d recommend a local agency or guide. Finally, even though I’ll be getting maps, a topo guide, and a GPS, I’d really appreciate your top hiking recommendations. Thanks so much for your tips!
I’m not planning to join an organized group—just traveling with one other person and organizing things ourselves—unless you’d recommend a local agency or guide. Finally, even though I’ll be getting maps, a topo guide, and a GPS, I’d really appreciate your top hiking recommendations. Thanks so much for your tips!
hi there,
I’m planning a trip around Cap Corse and the AGRIATES in 2026, from May 8th to 15th (there are still 2 spots left, by the way! Just DM me if you're interested).
I’d love to know which hikes are worth prioritizing in the AGRIATES. We’ll be staying in SALECCIA for two days as our base—what should we focus on from there? A round trip to IGNHU beach? Any other suggestions? For Ostricano, I think it’s too far for a round trip... Thanks for your tips! Have a great day, Anie, Toulouse
I’m planning a trip around Cap Corse and the AGRIATES in 2026, from May 8th to 15th (there are still 2 spots left, by the way! Just DM me if you're interested).
I’d love to know which hikes are worth prioritizing in the AGRIATES. We’ll be staying in SALECCIA for two days as our base—what should we focus on from there? A round trip to IGNHU beach? Any other suggestions? For Ostricano, I think it’s too far for a round trip... Thanks for your tips! Have a great day, Anie, Toulouse
Hi,
I’d like some advice on doing the Camino de Santiago—or part of it—from the Basque Country.
Best,
Hi there,
I’d like to get some info about the GR10 Pyrenees traverse. I need help planning the daily stages and accommodations—my wife isn’t an experienced hiker but walks a lot, so I’d like to schedule shorter walking days and thus a longer overall trip in terms of number of days.
Could anyone give me some help and advice? Best regards,
I’d like to get some info about the GR10 Pyrenees traverse. I need help planning the daily stages and accommodations—my wife isn’t an experienced hiker but walks a lot, so I’d like to schedule shorter walking days and thus a longer overall trip in terms of number of days.
Could anyone give me some help and advice? Best regards,
Hi there, I’m planning the Annapurna Circuit for March 2027 and I’m looking for a local agency with a local guide—preferably French-speaking—to arrange this trek for us. Any suggestions? Thanks
Hello!
We’re spending a few days in Toraja country at the end of May. We’d love to do a day trek—taking our time—on a route that’s stunning in terms of scenery, but not a level 5 in difficulty!
Any suggestions you can share, please?
Thanks in advance
Hi everyone,
I’d like to do the Mare a Mare Sud in May over 4 days. I’ve found quite a few places to stay along the route, but I’m stuck on the start and finish. I’ll be arriving by plane on Sunday evening and would like to start pretty early on Monday morning. Ideally, accommodation right at the trailhead (Alzu di Gallina) would be amazing, but I can’t find anything. Any tips? Also, for the transfer from Figari Airport to Porto Vecchio or Alzu di Gallina? At the end, I’d like to pick up a rental car—any advice on that too?
Thanks in advance!
Caro
I’d like to do the Mare a Mare Sud in May over 4 days. I’ve found quite a few places to stay along the route, but I’m stuck on the start and finish. I’ll be arriving by plane on Sunday evening and would like to start pretty early on Monday morning. Ideally, accommodation right at the trailhead (Alzu di Gallina) would be amazing, but I can’t find anything. Any tips? Also, for the transfer from Figari Airport to Porto Vecchio or Alzu di Gallina? At the end, I’d like to pick up a rental car—any advice on that too?
Thanks in advance!
Caro