If you're travelling by night towards Les 2 Alpes and La Grave, a light will guide you through the winding, vertical gorges of the Romanche. Like a lighthouse, the church of Saint-Christophe, perched on a promontory at 1 m, watches over the Oisans. Behind it is the village of Mizoën, alpine, flower-filled and panoramic.
It's at the Chambon dam that you'll have to take the 12% gradient to get to Mizoënn. Once you arrive, you'll realise that this village is an XXL-sized lookout point. From here, you can see the blue waters of the Romanche, the Écrins with its famous Meije, the south face of the Grandes Rousses massif and the distant ridges of the Taillefer.
In addition to its centre, Mizoën is made up of 2 rustic hamlets, Les Aymes and Singuigneret, as well as alpine land reaching altitudes of over 2 metres. This is a land of agriculture and transhumance, with its traditions and paths dotted with oratories. You can also count on the hospitality of the Mizoën refuges, if you wish to explore these verdant mountain pastures.
Mizoën is also the gateway to the Ferrand Valley, named after the torrent that runs through it. A vast, wild territory bordering the Écrins National Park, it is home to remarkable natural sites, such as the Emparis Plateau, the Quirlies Lake, and even ancient hamlets.
Just 15 minutes from Les 2 Alpes, Mizoën will offer you its hospitality, for a peaceful stay, while enjoying the modern facilities of this international resort.
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The essentials of Mizoën
Discover Mizoën as you stroll through the village and its picturesque hamlets. You'll admire the charming mountain architecture. The surrounding area is a true paradise for outdoor enthusiasts! Just a stone's throw from the village, nature awaits you. On the trails of the Emparis plateau and around its lakes, you can enjoy hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, paragliding, or even the pleasures of ski touring and snowshoeing in winter.
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Walk to the Plateau d'Emparis
Since Mizoën, you will access this must-see place in Oisans. Made up of mountain pastures, wetlands, lakes and surrounded by high peaks, this place is a true gem that is protected. But access is earned and you will have to climb the GR54C, arduous and sometimes aerial.
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The Petrifying Fountain
A geological curiosity not to be missed! You'll be amazed by this impressive waterfall, whose waters gush from the mountain pastures and form a tufa bed. This site is a protected natural heritage site and a must-see.
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Sail on the Chambon nautical base
Just past the Chambon dam, La Cabane au Bord du Lac awaits you for a refreshing break. You can relax on its deckchairs, dine there for lunch or dinner, and paddleboard, canoe, or pedal boat on the calm waters of the Romanche River.
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Climb the Bridal Veil via ferrata
Aerial, sporty, and vertical, this via ferrata runs along the Pisse waterfall. There's no escape; you'll be alone facing the wall. Although magnificent, this via ferrata is not recommended for beginners.
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Escape to Lake Lovitel
More private than its famous counterpart, Lake Lovitel is a charming body of water with lush greenery, contrasting with the mineral environment that surrounds it. Located in a protected wetland, explore the area to discover its flora and fauna.
Highlights
in the Ferrand valley
Welcome Guide
Find all the practical information to prepare your stay in the Ferrand valley
Tourist Office
from the Ferrand valley
The Ferrand Valley Tourist Office will help you discover Mizoën, Clavans-en-Haut-Oisans et Besse-en-Oisans, crossing the valley from the heights of Lake Chambon to the col de Sarenne passing through the Emparis plateau!
Opening periods
| Opening hours from June 16 to September 07, 2025 | |
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| Monday | Open from 09 a.m. to 30 p.m. and from 12 p.m. to 30 p.m. |
| Tuesday | Open from 09 a.m. to 30 p.m. and from 12 p.m. to 30 p.m. |
| Wednesday | Open from 09 a.m. to 30 p.m. and from 12 p.m. to 30 p.m. |
| Thursday | Open from 09 a.m. to 30 p.m. and from 12 p.m. to 30 p.m. |
| Friday | Open from 09 a.m. to 30 p.m. and from 12 p.m. to 30 p.m. |
| Open on Saturday | Open from 09 a.m. to 30 p.m. and from 12 p.m. to 30 p.m. |
| Sunday | Open from 09 a.m. to 30 p.m. and from 12 p.m. to 30 p.m. |