The Aquila Cross

Magnificent hike in the heart of a protected reserve: the Partias reserve, a wild place where flora and fauna cohabit in abundance.

Description

Follow the dirt track to the barrier marking the entrance to the Partias Regional Nature Reserve. A descriptive sign explains the regulations in force and the specific features of this reserve.

Cross the barrier and continue straight into the heart of the Partias via a wide path for around 600 meters.

At the fork in the road, take the left-hand path towards Col de la Trancoulette (signposted). The path climbs up into the forest below Rocher Jaune, up a valley and then begins a short, steady ascent to the pass.

Once at the pass, take the left-hand path; the ridge is visible to the south-west. Signs point the way to the Aquila cross. Follow this path until the final, more aerial section through the rocks to reach the cross. The panorama from this rocky promontory is simply breathtaking.

The return journey takes the same route.

Complément accueil

To preserve this space, Reserve staff are responsible for enforcing regulations and advising all users.

Savoir Vivre en Réserve :

- Stay on the trails
- Dogs must be kept on a leash
- Picking plants and flowers prohibited
- Bring your own garbage
- Camping and fires prohibited, bivouacs authorized
- Motorized traffic prohibited
- Respect the tranquillity of the site

Environnements

• Mountain view
• Mountain location
• Panoramic view

Tarifs

Free access.

Itinéraire

• Distance 5.8km
• Type d'itinéraire Aller/retour
• Dénivelé positif 600m
• Durée journalière 05h00
• Itinéraire balisé Oui
• Précision balisage Signs, Cairns, yellow paint markings.
• Passage délicat The final section is aerial, not to be done in wet weather. Not recommended for those prone to vertigo.
• Altitude moyenne 2100m
• Altitude maximum 2466m

Période d'ouverture

From 15/05 to 15/11 daily.

Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

Ouverture complémentaire

• Subject to favorable weather

• Subject to snow conditions

Tourisme adapté

• Not accessible in a wheelchair

Localisation

Animaux

Animaux acceptés : Oui