Omschrijving
Guidebook to 70 walking routes in the Écrins national park in the French Alps. The Massif des Écrins is mostly a national park, with summits over 3000m high. Routes follow well-marked trails in the Romanche, Vallées de la Guisane, Vallouise, du Vénéon and Valgaudemar.
Seasons:
July to mid-September temperatures in the Ecrins range from 25°C to 28°C, but heavy rain and even snowfall can occur. Accommodation may be busy during this period. September is often more settled than July or August, but with lower temperatures.
Centres:
Walks centred on valley bases in Vallée de la Romanche, Vallée de la Guisane, Vallée de la Vallouise, Valgaudemar, Valjouffrey and Vallée du Vénéon.
Difficulty:
Suitable for all experienced walkers, from alpine novices to experts. All walks are graded for difficulty.
Must See:
Staying in one of the alpine huts, spectacular scenery (glaciers and peaks over 3000m abound), rustic alpine hamlets, picturesque lakes, abundant wildlife and willdflowers.