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Les Oriols (trail route no. 9)
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Description
This loops offers insights into rural life as well as astonishing views, and you can also take in high-alpine landscapes!
Starting from the hamlet of Sainte-Marguerite, head uphill towards L'Oriol de Sainte-Marguerite.
At the intersection, turn left and carry on along the track until you come to L'Oriol de Sainte-Marguerite.
At L'Oriol de Sainte-Marguerite, after the chapel, take the track on the right and continue straight on until you come to L'Oriol de Queyrières.
Here, take the path on the right which takes you to a short section of sharp scree, which you need to cross.
Take the path on the left to drop downhill through a forest to the hamlet of Sainte-Marguerite.
Take the track on the right to continue the descent and then back to your starting point.
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Additional information
Public transport
Public transports >> www.pacamobilite.fr Consider car-sharing >> www.blablacar.fr For more information, ask at the Tourist Information Office nearest to the trail starting point.
Advice
Before setting off, it is very important to check the opening periods for this route on the website: stationdetrail.com/fr/stations/le-pays-des-ecrins/parcours Share your photographs on social networks with #stationdetrailecrins Check weather conditions before setting off. Rescue services contact details: Secours Montagne (Mountain Rescue): +33 (0)4 92 22 22 22 or 112 Show consideration for the work of farmers, livestock keepers and owners Close all gates behind you Take your litter home Do not take shortcuts across pastureland The trail routes are also suitable for walking
Advised parking
Car park in the hamlet of Sainte-Marguerite, Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières
Access
7 km from L'Argentière-La Bessée, take the N94.
Arrival
Hamlet of Sainte-Marguerite, Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières
Ambiance
This trail offers not only a magnificent view over the majestic Mont Pelvoux, but also a discovery of the high-mountain hamlets where a pastoral way of life continues to this day. Was that a high-pitched whistle? Keep your eyes peeled, the iconic marmot must be nearby!
Departure
Hamlet of Sainte-Marguerite, Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières
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