The Col des Ayes

This wild hike follows the GR5 through the Bois des Ayes and its Biological Reserve to the Col des Ayes, which marks the boundary with the Queyras Regional Nature Park.

Description

Park at the entrance to the hamlet of Chalets des Ayes, then cross the hamlet to the last chalets, following the GR5 ( direction Col des Ayes / Brunissard ) to the left.

The route then enters the Bois des Ayes forest on the left bank of the torrent, as a wide forest track for 3.2 km to the "Chalets de vers le Col".

Following the GR, this wide track continues for 1km and ends as a small path to the pass, crossing scree and meadows. The Queyras peaks and the Queyras Regional Nature Park stretch out before our eyes.

The return journey takes the same route.

Complément accueil

Certain parts of the Bois des Ayes Natura 2000 site are protected areas with specific regulations, and the law provides for fines in the event of infringement. In particular, the Bois des Ayes reserve aims to protect nesting woodpeckers, nocturnal birds of prey and black grouse.

The site is open to all, but please remember to observe the following recommendations:

- Stay on marked trails
- Keep your dog on a leash
- Behave discreetly
- Photograph flowers and animals from the paths
- Leave stones in their place
- Do not light fires
- Bring back your garbage

Environnements

• Forest location
• Mountain view
• In a nature reserve
• Panoramic view

Tarifs

Free access.

Itinéraire

• Distance 10km
• Type d'itinéraire Aller/retour
• Dénivelé positif 770m
• Durée journalière 04h30
• Itinéraire balisé Oui
• Altitude maximum 2491m

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

Localisation

Animaux

Animaux acceptés : Oui