Refuge de la Selle – Rando
Long climb up the Vallon de la Selle to discover a breathtaking glacial and mineral universe!
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Start Point: Saint-Christophe-en-Oisans (1475 m)
Elevation: 1 m
Return time: 4 hours outward, 3 hours return
Distance: 8,2 km
Level – technique: easy / physical: moderate
MAP AND TOPO
OBP n° 5 (Oisans au Bout des Pieds): 538
IGN TOP 25 n°3336 AND
The Refuge, located on a promontory, faces the Glacier de la Selle and at the foot of Le Râteau. Like many of its counterparts in the massif, it sits at the end of its valley, where the hiking area slowly gives way to that of the high mountains.
The trail climbs into the Vallon de la Selle, revealing its waterfalls and incredible flora. The last hour of walking offers a magical panorama of the Glacier de la Selle, which can be approached after an additional hour of walking.
This long hike takes place in a fantastic atmosphere with the glaciers nearby, among marmots and particularly remarkable alpine flora.
TO KNOW
– Even in summer there may still be many snowfields, which should be crossed with caution.
– You are in the Écrins National Park, respect the regulations: do not leave the paths, no picking, fire or bivouac. To respect the wildlife, dogs are prohibited (even on a leash).
Start Point: Saint-Christophe-en-Oisans (1475 m)
Elevation: 1 m
Return time: 4 hours outward, 3 hours return
Distance: 8,2 km
Level – technique: easy / physical: moderate
MAP AND TOPO
OBP n° 5 (Oisans au Bout des Pieds): 538
IGN TOP 25 n°3336 AND
The Refuge, located on a promontory, faces the Glacier de la Selle and at the foot of Le Râteau. Like many of its counterparts in the massif, it sits at the end of its valley, where the hiking area slowly gives way to that of the high mountains.
The trail climbs into the Vallon de la Selle, revealing its waterfalls and incredible flora. The last hour of walking offers a magical panorama of the Glacier de la Selle, which can be approached after an additional hour of walking.
This long hike takes place in a fantastic atmosphere with the glaciers nearby, among marmots and particularly remarkable alpine flora.
TO KNOW
– Even in summer there may still be many snowfields, which should be crossed with caution.
– You are in the Écrins National Park, respect the regulations: do not leave the paths, no picking, fire or bivouac. To respect the wildlife, dogs are prohibited (even on a leash).
