View of the Écrins Mountains – Lake Fourchu loop from Ornon
View of the Écrins Mountains – Lake Fourchu loop from Ornon
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View of the Écrins Mountains – Lake Fourchu loop from Ornon
09:47
20.7km
1,420m
Hiking
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: July 18, 2026
Tips
Includes segments that may be dangerous
Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.
After 2.90 km for 7 m
After 6.23 km for 4.29 km
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
2.85 km
Panoramic view
Highlight • Other
3.51 km
View of the Écrins Mountains
Highlight • Viewpoint
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3.74 km
View of Mont Blanc
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4.82 km
Taillefer Refuge
Highlight • Mountain Hut
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7.68 km
Lac du Galbert
Lake
8.17 km
Grand Galbert
Highlight • Summit
10.4 km
Ruins
Ruins
14.4 km
Lac Fourchu
Lake
15.1 km
Lake Fourchu
Highlight • Other
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15.6 km
Lac Noir & Lac de la Veche
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17.6 km
Mountain waterfall with lagoon
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This lagoon offers a place to cool off in hot temperatures.
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20.7 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
17.3 km
1.88 km
969 m
447 m
163 m
Surfaces
16.2 km
1.80 km
1.38 km
751 m
610 m
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Highest point (2,520 m)
Lowest point (1,280 m)
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