Miroir des Fétoules – randonnée depuis Saint-Christophe-en-Oisans
Perfect for the whole family, this hike offers a magnificent view of the Vénéon valley between forest and pastures.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Departure: Saint Christophe en Oisans car park 1450m
Elevation: 348 m
Duration: 4 hour 00 minutes
Distance: 4,8 km
Level:
HIKE: Medium
IGN Top 25 No. 3336 ET
OBP topographic map no. 5 (Oisans at the End of the Feet), trail 523
ITINERARY :
Park in the parking lot of Saint-Christophe-en-Oisans, go back down the road to the Pont du Diable, the path starts on your right. A few bends then lead to the Vierge du Collet (arrival of the Via Ferrata) which overlooks the valley. Continue quietly to the hamlet of Le Puy, which was once inhabited all year round and even had a school.
When you arrive at the hamlet, take the time to refresh yourself at the washhouse and don't miss the pretty oratory. You can then continue your climb towards the Miroir des Fétoules, which takes its name from the fact that you can see the Tête des Fétoules reflected in its surface. Around this small lake, which varies in size depending on the season, you can picnic and take a well-deserved nap with a beautiful view of Lauranoure and its Alpe du Pin refuge.
Continue your loop towards Saint Christophe via a slightly steep path to the Devil's torrent. Arrive at the Prés car park, continue 50m along the road and take the path on your left which will take you through the hamlets of Prés and Leyrette to your car
Dogs must be kept on a leash due to the presence of herds at certain times of the year.
TO SEE ON THE COURSE
– The village of Saint-Christophe-en-Oisans
– The cemetery which constitutes a magnificent place of remembrance on the history of mountaineering in Oisans.
– The “Memories of Mountaineering” Museum
– The Virgin of Collet
Departure: Saint Christophe en Oisans car park 1450m
Elevation: 348 m
Duration: 4 hour 00 minutes
Distance: 4,8 km
Level:
HIKE: Medium
IGN Top 25 No. 3336 ET
OBP topographic map no. 5 (Oisans at the End of the Feet), trail 523
ITINERARY :
Park in the parking lot of Saint-Christophe-en-Oisans, go back down the road to the Pont du Diable, the path starts on your right. A few bends then lead to the Vierge du Collet (arrival of the Via Ferrata) which overlooks the valley. Continue quietly to the hamlet of Le Puy, which was once inhabited all year round and even had a school.
When you arrive at the hamlet, take the time to refresh yourself at the washhouse and don't miss the pretty oratory. You can then continue your climb towards the Miroir des Fétoules, which takes its name from the fact that you can see the Tête des Fétoules reflected in its surface. Around this small lake, which varies in size depending on the season, you can picnic and take a well-deserved nap with a beautiful view of Lauranoure and its Alpe du Pin refuge.
Continue your loop towards Saint Christophe via a slightly steep path to the Devil's torrent. Arrive at the Prés car park, continue 50m along the road and take the path on your left which will take you through the hamlets of Prés and Leyrette to your car
Dogs must be kept on a leash due to the presence of herds at certain times of the year.
TO SEE ON THE COURSE
– The village of Saint-Christophe-en-Oisans
– The cemetery which constitutes a magnificent place of remembrance on the history of mountaineering in Oisans.
– The “Memories of Mountaineering” Museum
– The Virgin of Collet
