Plat de la Selle
Sporty and aerial route above Saint Christophe under the Aiguille du Plat de la Selle.
The Plat de la Selle offers you a demanding route that winds through the pristine beauty of the Écrins. Be prepared to conquer steep paths and cross varied landscapes combining the robustness of the rocks and the softness of the alpine vegetation.
TECHNICAL INFORMATIONS :
Departure: Parking at the exit of the village
Elevation: 1000 m
Duration: 7h00
Distance: 11 km
ITINERARY :
Leave the car at Saint Christophe and take the path at the exit of the village to Pré-Clot. After Pré-Clot, take the path on the left that goes up towards Plat de la Selle. Steep climb up to 2500 m on steep slopes. The descent above Saint Christophe is long and requires vigilance. Return to Saint Christophe via the hamlet of Prés.
TO SEE ON THE ROUTE:
You may encounter a flock of sheep being kept during the summer.
TECHNICAL INFORMATIONS :
Departure: Parking at the exit of the village
Elevation: 1000 m
Duration: 7h00
Distance: 11 km
ITINERARY :
Leave the car at Saint Christophe and take the path at the exit of the village to Pré-Clot. After Pré-Clot, take the path on the left that goes up towards Plat de la Selle. Steep climb up to 2500 m on steep slopes. The descent above Saint Christophe is long and requires vigilance. Return to Saint Christophe via the hamlet of Prés.
TO SEE ON THE ROUTE:
You may encounter a flock of sheep being kept during the summer.
