Porte de Briançon – Mont-Dauphin loop from Mont-Dauphin

Hiking trails & Routes

France

Provence-Alpes-Côte D'Azur

Provence

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

Briançon

Réotier

Porte de Briançon – Mont-Dauphin loop from Mont-Dauphin

Moderate

4.7

(13)

173

hikers

Porte de Briançon – Mont-Dauphin loop from Mont-Dauphin

02:39

8.88km

260m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 26, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Parc national des Écrins (aire d’adhésion)

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.89 km

Marmot trail

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3.37 km

View of Mont-Dauphin and the Vauban Citadel

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Mont Dauphin is a historic town located in the French Alps, renowned for its Vauban Citadel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and stunning mountain landscapes, attracting visitors seeking history and nature.

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4.68 km

Church of Saint Louise

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Much prettier on the outside than on the inside.

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4.96 km

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5.02 km

Porte de Briançon

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Impose this powerful gateway with its moat.

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5.04 km

Mont-Dauphin

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The Fort du Mont Dauphin was added to the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 2008. The fort dates back to 1693 and was used to defend the region …

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8.88 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.60 km

3.53 km

880 m

707 m

140 m

Surfaces

3.32 km

2.82 km

1.47 km

716 m

444 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,050 m)

Lowest point (880 m)

Weather

Thursday 8 October

18°C

6°C

8 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 11.0 km/h

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Comments

September 5, 2024,Balade au Mont-Dauphin

Walk to Mont-Dauphin, Vauban citadel, going up by the marmot rock where you can observe marmots up close.

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July 26, 2025,Cite fortifiee Mont Dauphin-lac d'Eygliers-la Durance

After a great journey from Nice via the Col de la Bonnette and its magnificent mountains, a very nice walk in one of the Vauban cities to discover.

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July 4, 2025,Randonnée à plan mont Dauphin à Eyglier

Departure from the Eyglier train station car park, follow the marmot trail and continue along the Mont Dauphin route.
Pleasant route with marmots in sight, the steeper climb to Mont Dauphin.
Beautiful landscapes upon arrival, including the creation by Vauban.

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