High Valleys - La Grave, Clarée, Izoard

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High Valleys

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in the High Valleys

Les Hautes Vallées is a destination with three territories and eight communes spread across the wild, unspoilt valleys of the Briançonnais: La Grave, Villar d'Arène, Névache, Val-des-Prés, Cervières, Villard-Saint-Pancrace, Puy-Saint-Pierre and Puy-Saint-André. In the very north of the Hautes-Alpes and the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region, on the border with Isère, Savoie and Italy.

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In the high valleys,
La Grave

A popular destination for freeride skiing and outdoor activities in winter, you're at the gateway to the Ecrins National Park.
In summer, the terraced mountain pastures contrast with the blue of the glaciers, watched over by the Queen Meije for hiking enthusiasts.
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In the high valleys,
La Clarée

Welcome to the Vallée Enchantée, between Val-des-Prés and Névache!
In the heart of the Hautes-Alpes, on the French-Italian border, this destination offers over 20,000 hectares of pure nature: Nordic skiing and ski touring in winter, or a hiker's paradise in summer.
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In the high valleys,
L'Izoard

Between Briançonnais and Queyras, discover this atypical and grandiose territory.
Situated between the Col de l'Izoard and the Briançonnais, these four charming villages have a rich military and religious history, but above all they're peasant villages: welcome to Cervières, Villard-Saint-Pancrace, Puy-Saint-Pierre and Puy-Saint-André.
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hosting O Clarée Guest rooms and Tables d'hôtes
At the entrance to the Clarée valley, on the banks of the Durance river, in the village of La Vachette (1358 m), Stéphanie and Pascal welcome you to their chambres d'hôtes and tables d'hôtes. Our simple, tasty, home-cooked cuisine.
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restaurant Restaurant l'Arpelin
Come for lunch or dinner in the exceptionnal setting of this inn ! The Arpelin is located at an altitude of 1745m, on the Great Alps road and at the foot of the mythical Col de l'Izoard.
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trade and service Coeur Clarée
A new boutique in the heart of Ville Haute, opposite the church, where you can discover authentic, quality, handcrafted regional products. Everything on offer has been imagined and created by passionate craftsmen.
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restaurant Le Belvédère de la Meije
Very cozy little bar with its beautiful wooden terrace, south oriented, facing La Meije mountain and its glacier. To drink a coffee or enjoy a good beer on the terrace or in the warm inside Wood-burning stove and mountain decor, for a warm mountain setting.
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activity Snowkiting at Col du Lautaret - Wayra School
Discover Wayra, your snowkite school at Col du Lautaret! Glide through sumptuous snow-covered landscapes and let the wind carry you. Ideal for fans of snow sports and winter adventures.
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trade and service Anne Zanolin - hiking, safety and mountain science
Training in the use of equipment and relief methods avalanche in simple situation.
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restaurant Le Bon Coin
Bistrot, restaurant, tearoom on the banks of the Clarée: This bistrot de Pays lives up to its name. A warm welcome all year round, and family-style, gourmet, authentic cuisine with Mediterranean flavors. All homemade with local produce.
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trade and service ThéoTour multisport adventurer
With TheoTour, tailor-made multi-activity sports coaching Théophile MERTZ, qualified mountain leader and multisport educator for introductory discovery courses
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hosting Les Airelles - Bed and breakfast
Chambres & Tables d'Hôtes Les Airelles in the sunny Clarée valley in the Hautes-Alpes, near Briançon, a paradise for mountain lovers. The owners are cooks and mountain guides.
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trade and service Dans les pas d'Hélène
A state-qualified mountain leader with a passion for the Briançonnais region, and particularly the Clarée valley, she'll be happy to help you discover its secret paths, whatever your level of experience and desires!
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collective accommodation Lac du Pave alpine hut (FFCAM)
At the heart of a mountain cirque, between Le Pavé, Roche Méane and Pic Gaspard, on the shores of a glacial lake, this small mountain refuge offers a trip having an Himalayan air in one of the most secret and wild valleys from the massif des Ecrins. The ascent route is 4 hours starting from Arsine and has 1150m height difference
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collective accommodation Adele Planchard Mountain Hut
Adèle Planchard bequeathed her fortune to build the refuge along the Grande Ruine ascent route. Despite its "high mountain" setting, the long walk to the top is simple and superb, accessible to almost any hiker!
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equipment 2400 m play area
Access by La Grave cable car to the panoramic playground at Peyrou d'Amont station
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equipment Belvédère de la Meije
Observation platform at the Col des Portes (just past the little oratory at Chazelet), with a breathtaking view over the valley. Free access
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equipment Visit the ice cave at 3200m
At 3200m altitude, buried in the gashes of the Girose glacier, the La Grave ice grotto has been completely rebuilt. Come and visit and be amazed by the softness of the ice sculptures...
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trade and service PEAKALPES
Passionate about painting and woodworking, Laetitia and Simon have combined their two skills to create unique and original objects . A lovely shop to discover!
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activity Cani-balade - Nordic Footprint
Come and meet Dakota, Lummi, Nougat... Sophie and her small pack of a dozen Alaskans invite you to discover cani-balade! Equipped with a harness and an elastic lanyard, let these extraordinary dogs pull you along.
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trade and service La page Clarée bookshop
General bookshop with a mountain and nature flavour. Reading area with coffee and herbal teas. Stationery, games and gifts.
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equipment Canyon des Acles
Situated high above Plampinet, the torrent des Acles offers a complete canyoning course, with several abseiling descents, slides and jumps in a steep, high mountain canyon.
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hike Le sentier des Cascades
This essential Haute Clarée trail follows the river through fields and forests, waterfalls and alpine chalets to Fontcouverte. Great for family outings, it's accessible from an early age.
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degustation La Ferme de La Clarée
Organic farmhouse & inn nestled in the hills above Ville-Haute. Direct sale of farm produce. Table d'hôtes every evening in season, booking essential. Bed and breakfast on a half-board basis.
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collective accommodation La Joie De Vivre - Charming House and Spa
Our Demeure de Charme welcomes you all year round to its 11 comfortable and spacious rooms, all with en-suite bathrooms, wifi and connected screens ... Generous gourmet cuisine ... Wellness area available.
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guided_tour House museum "Faure-Vincent Dubois"
The Faure-Vincent Dubois House, Historical Monument, is a museum house. It is located in the village of Cervières and offers visitors a moment immersed in the daily life of mountain peasants in the heart of the 18th century.
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cultural heritage La Petite Ferme des Regains - Educational farm & Alpine traditions
La Petite Ferme des Regains - Educational farm & Alpin traditions opens for you the doors of time...coming from the past, the farmer lady will accompany you in an original experience to discover farm animals and mountain know-how.
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guided_tour La Maison des Bêtes à laine educational farm
Come and discover the educational farm "La maison des bêtes à laine", where you can stroke our gentle sheep, carry, pamper and bottle-feed the lambs! And maybe, with a bit of luck, you'll be able to witness... a birth!
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