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  • 3 destinations
    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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  • Ski lift T. Blais must-sees in Izoard Haute Clarée Spring

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  • The Belvedere of La Meije
    restaurant The Belvedere of La Meije

    Cosy little restaurant and café, with a lovely south-facing wooden terrace facing the Meije. Inside, meals and drinks are served next to the wood-burning stove where winter dishes are simmering in a cosy mountain setting.

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  • Four Winds Farming Cooperative
    degustation Four Winds Farming Cooperative

    Production of dairy heifer and lamb meat.

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  • Anne Zanolin - hiking, safety, and mountain science
    commerce et service Anne Zanolin - hiking, safety, and mountain science

    Training in the use of equipment and avalanche rescue methods in simple situations.

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  • Le Bon Coin
    restaurant Le Bon Coin

    Restaurant and bar on the banks of the Clarée. This historic venue offers a warm welcome all year round, with its entirely home-cooked cuisine: generous, gourmet, local and with a touch of originality.

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  • Arpelin Restaurant
    restaurant Arpelin Restaurant

    Come for lunch or dinner in the exceptional setting of this inn! The Arpelin is located at an altitude of 1,745 meters, on the Great Alps road and at the foot of the legendary Col de l'Izoard.

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  • O Clarée Guest rooms
    accommodation O Clarée Guest rooms

    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. Simple, carefully prepared home cooking.

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  • L'ile de Dante - silkscreen workshop and store
    commerce et service L'ile de Dante - silkscreen workshop and store

    L'île de Dante is an artist's workshop for screen printing and etching. The workshop offers screen-printing courses throughout the year, and sells original creations from July to September.

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  • Les Airelles - Bed and breakfast
    accommodation 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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  • In Hélène's footsteps
    commerce et service In Hélène's footsteps

    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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  • TheoMultisport adventurer
    commerce et service TheoMultisport 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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  • Coeur Clarée
    commerce et 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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  • Snowkiting at Col du Lautaret - Wayra School
    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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  • Mountain Massage in La Grave
    commerce et service Mountain Massage in La Grave

    Treat yourself to a relaxing moment of pleasure at the foot of the Meije with Delphine - Mountain Massage in La Grave. I welcome you to my small massage studio from Wednesday through Saturday.

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  • The Lautaret Garden
    cultural heritage The Lautaret Garden

    The Jardin du Lautaret is a century-old jewel showcasing plants from every mountain in the world. It's undoubtedly one of Europe's finest high-altitude botanical gardens, and a mecca for science!

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  • The Moulin bistro restaurant
    restaurant The Moulin bistro restaurant

    Cosy little restaurant in the middle of nature (accessible with 2-minute walk). Home-cooked dishes, simple, local and tasty.

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  • The Lautaret Workshop - Producer
    degustation The Lautaret Workshop - Producer

    Véronique and Jérôme FOUVET were beekeepers for nearly 15 years. Since 2021, they have concentrated exclusively on making honey-based products. They have created and developed a number of gourmet honey-based recipes, as well as establishing a range of beauty products.

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  • The Côte Belle Farm
    degustation The Côte Belle Farm

    Discover the Bergerie La Côte Belle in La Grave, where you can buy meat from lambs raised on the farm, all in a sublime mountain setting... Come and experience authenticity!

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  • Refuge du Pic du Mas de la Grave - Chez Polyte
    shared housing Refuge du Pic du Mas de la Grave - Chez Polyte

    The mountain hut is located in the heart of an alpine area particularly conducive for hiking during Summer as well as Winter. It also provides an ideal stopover on the GR54 from the well known Tour de l'Oisans. The winter shelter open for 6 people, wood, gas, dishes, blanket.

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  • Alp'Bar Restaurant
    restaurant Alp'Bar Restaurant

    Beautiful, shaded, south-facing wooden terrace facing the Meije and its glaciers. The interior of the restaurant is all wooden, with a bay window overlooking the mountains.

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  • Visit the ice cave at 3200m
    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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  • La Boule Bakery in Meije
    commerce et service La Boule Bakery in Meije

    Artisanal manufacturing of breads, pastries, sandwiches, savory pies. Cakes on order.

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  • No Limit Rafting
    commerce et service No Limit Rafting

    With the No Limit Rafting multi-activity base in La Grave la Meije, discover the pleasures of whitewater rafting on the Romanche or canyoning down the torrent du Gâ in front of the glaciers!

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  • Au Vialaou - Restaurant
    restaurant Au Vialaou - Restaurant

    Traditional cuisine. The meal of the day is carefully cooked with local ingredients : lamb meat, wild foraging soups, gratins and savoury pies, the famous blueberry pie, crumbles... all of this in a welcoming and moutainy setting !

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  • Le Brec - Cafés & Apéros
    commerce et service Le Brec - Cafés & Apéros

    Come and relax on Le Brec's large terrace, the ideal spot after a good hike! Beers brewed on site, and plenty of other home-made drinks. Home-made snacks and waffles - everything you need to have a great time!

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  • Outdoor Enthusiast
    commerce et service Outdoor Enthusiast

    Passion Outdoor is the climbing and canyoning specialist in the Clarée valley. These activities are supervised by a professionnal and passionate climber who has lived in the valley for over 20 years.

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  • La page Clarée bookshop
    commerce et 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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  • Coeur Clarée
    commerce et 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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  • Gîte Les Mélézets
    shared housing Gîte Les Mélézets

    A gîte d'étape et de séjour (7 rooms, sleeps 15), open all year round, where you can enjoy Emilie's delicious dishes in a warm, family atmosphere.

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  • In the Footsteps of Our Journey - Clapiz Geneviève, Mountain Leader
    commerce et service In the Footsteps of Our Journey - Clapiz Geneviève, Mountain Leader

    In the mood for large landscapes and social sharing? Come and reconnect in the mountains, either with shoes or snowshoes! Geneviève accompanies your steps, between nature and altitude, wild plants and writing, breathing and rejuvenation, all senses and perceptions awakened.

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  • Boulangerie du Cristol
    commerce et service Boulangerie du Cristol

    A typical high-mountain bakery, this passionate baker prepares organic breads, kneaded, shaped and baked on site over a wood fire. Lunch available on site: tea, coffee, etc. will be served!

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  • Alain Tallaron - Mountain Guide
    commerce et service Alain Tallaron - Mountain Guide

    Alain, a mountain guide, is a specialist in the Clarée region, with a passion for botany and above all alpine flora. He will accompany you in summer and winter for all your snowshoeing, ski touring, botanical hiking and Via Cordata activities.

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  • House museum "Faure-Vincent Dubois"
    cultural heritage 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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  • House of Geology
    cultural heritage House of Geology

    At the gateway to Briançon, the Maison de la Géologie et du Géoparc is a place dedicated to planet Earth within the Universe. Geology, planetarium, dinosaur exhibition, outdoor geodrome.

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  • Terres de Trek - Tanguy Trompette
    commerce et service Terres de Trek - Tanguy Trompette

    Tanguy, an independent mountain guide, leads tours year-round on his most scenic routes. These include wildlife excursions, summit climbs, and tent camping. In winter, he offers snowshoe hikes, igloo-building workshops, and hut-to-hut treks.

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  • The House of Woolly Animals educational farm
    cultural heritage The House of Woolly Animals 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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  • Le Bois De Barracan cottage
    shared housing Le Bois De Barracan cottage

    Welcome all year round for individuals or groups, in rooms or dormitories. The holiday cottage is located in a peaceful traditional village, adjacent to the city of Briançon, offering you both tranquility and proximity to a multitude of activities.

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  • Bar & Restaurant - Le Petit Cerf - Mountain Lodge - Hôtel d'Izoard
    restaurant Bar & Restaurant - Le Petit Cerf - Mountain Lodge - Hôtel d'Izoard

    The Petit Cerf team welcomes you to the bar-restaurant for a drink, an aperitif, lunch, a snack, or dinner.

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  • Restaurant La Maison de Catherine
    restaurant Restaurant La Maison de Catherine

    Whether you're a visitor or a resident, come and enjoy the calm, charm and authenticity of the house and its surroundings over a drink or a meal.

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