La cascade de la Meije
Short, easy and accessible, this route is perfect for a family walk punctuated by beautiful viewpoints.
The waterfall can be particularly impressive in spring when melting snow intensifies the water flow.
In summer, ideal for a cool break and in autumn, the colours of the leaves add a special touch to the landscapes offering a unique decor.
The start of this hike is from the parking lot of the Glaciers de la cable car Meije.
(Parking spaces also on the other side of the cable car station, near the village hall).
To the left of the station: take the staircase with metal steps which opens onto a dirt path and goes down to the bridge over the Romanche.
Cross the bridge and turn right onto the tarmac road (D233t). Walk for about 300m to reach a small bridge along the road. On the left is the sign “Cascade de la Meije".
At the sign, turn left to reach the Cascade (picnic tables).
Once back down, take the dirt road opposite, shared with cyclists, and enjoy a shaded, flowery walk for around 1,2 km along the banks of the Romanche.
Back on the paved road, turn left and follow the road for about 1,6 km. Find the Cascade de la on the right. Meije, then go back over the bridge and go back up to the starting point.
In summer, ideal for a cool break and in autumn, the colours of the leaves add a special touch to the landscapes offering a unique decor.
The start of this hike is from the parking lot of the Glaciers de la cable car Meije.
(Parking spaces also on the other side of the cable car station, near the village hall).
To the left of the station: take the staircase with metal steps which opens onto a dirt path and goes down to the bridge over the Romanche.
Cross the bridge and turn right onto the tarmac road (D233t). Walk for about 300m to reach a small bridge along the road. On the left is the sign “Cascade de la Meije".
At the sign, turn left to reach the Cascade (picnic tables).
Once back down, take the dirt road opposite, shared with cyclists, and enjoy a shaded, flowery walk for around 1,2 km along the banks of the Romanche.
Back on the paved road, turn left and follow the road for about 1,6 km. Find the Cascade de la on the right. Meije, then go back over the bridge and go back up to the starting point.
