In winter, the Col de l'Izoard road is transformed into a groomed trail for cross-country skiers and walkers. Take the opportunity to discover this mythical pass on this easy snowshoe hike.
The Col de l'Izoard is one of the must-do snowshoe hikes in the Briançonnais. With family or friends, it's an easy hike with one of the most beautiful panoramic views of the Queyras. Ideal on full-moon evenings, to enjoy the nocturnal ambience of the snow-covered forests, it's also an opportunity to discover the unmissable Refuge Napoléon, built in 1858.
Detailed route :
1. From the parking lot, head up towards and through the hamlet of Le Laus.
2. Pass the Auberge de l'Arpelin. Then, as you leave the hamlet, put on your snowshoes and begin the 8-kilometer ascent of the pass on the groomed trail.
3. As you ascend, enjoy the view of the Pic du Grand Rochebrune, the summit of l'Arpelin and the Grand Peygu.
4. Once you've reached Refuge Napoléon, continue for a further 1 km to reach the pass.
5. Return by the same route
There is a cross-country ski center in the village of Cervières, where you can rent cross-country skiing equipment (alternating and skating), snowshoes, sealskins for cross-country skiing and sledges.
Due to the risk of avalanches, wearing complete safety equipment (avalanche transceiver, probe, and shovel) is strongly recommended.
Accepted customers
- Walkers/hikers
- Level bue - Medium
Environment
- Mountain view
- Panoramic view
- Mountain location
- Village 2 km away
