My summer family week in Izoard

Cervières, au pied du col d’Izoard, Villard-Saint-Pancrace, entouré de mélèzes, Puy-Saint-André et Puy-Saint-Pierre, entre fermes et tourisme scientifique, il y en a pour tous les goûts et tous les âges.

Découvrez ces territoires restés sauvages et confidentiels pour vivre une expérience originale loin des sentiers battus en famille.

Embark on a day of exploration by becoming real wildlife detectives. Follow the Villard-Saint-Pancrace botanical trail from the Centre Montagne, a 2 km trail through the woods that will enable you to identify the plant species of the larch forest and discover the remains of the peasant coal mines.

If you feel like it, you can also discover life in the woods along the route of the Moulin de Sachas bird sanctuary, taking the time to observe the world around you. Explanatory panels on birds, insects and bats will be there to enrich your experience along the way. A day rich in discovery and immersion in nature awaits you.

To stretch your legs after a morning at the museum, head for Puy Chalvin and the hamlet of Les Combes. The hamlet loop is a 6 km hike between forest and torrent, with no more than 300 meters of ascent.

Onwards to Lac des Sarailles, reflecting the summit of Chenaillet. This place is a testimony to the geological history of the Alps (it will remind us of some of the notions we learned at the Maison de la Géologie). And yes, it's sometimes hard to believe, but once upon a time, these rocks were under the ocean.

Back in the valley, you can try your hand at fly-fishing in the crystal-clear torrent of the Cerveyrette, or watch the evening milking at the Ferme du Lasseron alpine chalet in the hamlet of Les Chalps.

On the way back to Cervières, why not stop off for a drink at the Petit Cerf - Mountain Lodge?

Today, we're getting to know all the feathered and furry inhabitants of the Petite Ferme des Regains, an educational farm based on Alpine traditions, which is sure to take us back in time once again. You can either take the Back to the Past tour, or become a farmer for a night, helping Julie with animal care at the end of the day. Donkeys, horses, sheep, pigs, chickens... you can stroke them, feed them, get to know their habits, and find yourself immersed in mountain life.

To get there, we take our mountain bikes and return via the pastoral tracks and irrigation canals of the Planparin loop.

Discover the magic of Lac de l'Orceyrette, nestled in an unspoilt natural setting, a perfect getaway for young and old alike. Soak up the serenity of the setting, surrounded by majestic mountains. Whether you're looking for a peaceful lakeside stroll, an outdoor picnic or a fun activity, Lac de l'Orceyrette invites you to share unforgettable moments with your family.

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