Summer activities in the Ecrins
Our favorites
Pointe Louise, South-East ridge 3668 m
Of the three classic rock ridges in the area, it is the most alpine and the closest to the Barre des Écrins, in the upper basin of the Glacier Blanc.
Autonomie Grande Voie 3 jours
Ailefroide Camp de Base de la grande voie. Devenez autonome pour parcourir, les plus belles au coeur des Ecrins.
Climbing for teenagers /kids (up to 5 days)
The Bureau des Guides des Écrins offers you climbing sessions for all ages from 1 to 5 half-days. Sessions of 3 hours.
Let’s meet the Chamois
Ailefroide’s village is the starting point for an end-of-day walk to meet wildlife, especially chamois.
The Glacier Blanc
Above Mme Carle’s meadow, the Glacier Blanc will tell you his story, which has shaped our valley.
Sélé pass 3283 m
In a place full of atmosphere, typical of the wild Oisans massif, Sélé pass is an easy ascent full of charm.
Climbing course 4h
come improve your physical and technical skills with a guide
Trad climbing 4 days
The fractured and cracked granite of Ailefroide is an ideal terrain for discovering rock climbing.
The Fournel (canyon)
Come and have fun in white water. On the menu, water walk jumps and abseiling.
Roche Paillon southern corridor 3613 m
A corridor facing south in the Glacier Blanc to fully enjoy the view of the Barre des Écrins.
Ice School + Roche Faurio 3765 m
A formula to access a summit more easily : ice school to practice the first afternoon and implementation at the Roche Faurio the following day.
Eperon Bouchier
Splendid half-day outing to learn how to evolve on a mountain terrain or to improve your skills in protective installation.
Bouldering
Perfect way to begin or improve your rock climbing. Ailefroide is one of the world’s most beautiful place to practice bouldering
Autonomy Alpinism course, confirmed "All Included"
Autonomy training course for mixed races. Pedagogical content and programme adaptable to the level and expectations of the participants.
Via Ferrata of the Sentier de la Combe
One of the easiest in the valley, it will delight the youngest with its playful aspect.
TRAD climbing initiation 4h
trad climbing clinic : cam placement, building anchors, ..
The "Agneaux" Normal route 3664m
It is one of the most beautiful views of the Glacier Blanc, off-centre, offering a varied ascent and completing an exhilarating panoramic view.
Sportive Hiking
We invite you to get off the beaten tracks and discover some of the most beautiful and unknown peaks in our country.
Integral Via Ferrata of the Gorges of Ailefroide
Wonderful, playful, varied and sportive Via Ferrata with easy parts to rest, overlooking the glacial stream.
Rando escalade au "Pas la Rosse" (2334m)
Journée inoubliable pour un randonneur qui veut approcher la Montagne et découvrir un passage historique.
Pointe Cézanne’s crossing 3365 m - Arsine’s peak 3363m
One of the most beautiful ridges of the Glacier Blanc in this difficulty, in snow and varied rocks.
Via Ferrata - easy - Ailefroide’s gorges
First part of the Via Ferrata in a breathtaking setting, under the Pelvoux, on the banks of the glacial stream with photogenic footbridges.
Immersion au coeur du glacier blanc
Venez découvrir le monde de la haute montagne au rythme de la découverte.
Autonomy Alpinism course, introduction "All included"
This course will allow you to learn the basics of mountaineering. Rope, safety, movement, autonomy.