Les Oules

From the parking lot, head for the hamlet of Le Laus and the start of the pistes, on the left as you go up. Take the wide track opposite the Gîte de l'Arpelin, towards Le Bletonnet and Bois des Oules. Then follow the signs for the "Les Oules" pedestrian/snowshoe trail. At the fork in the road, ignore the cross-country ski trail on the right towards Blétonnet. Continue along the right bank of the torrent towards La Cascade. Ignore the second right-hand track towards Col de l'Izoard. Follow the trail to its terminus, then take the same route back. The village of Cervières has a cross-country ski center, where you can rent cross-country ski equipment (alternating and skating), snowshoes, sealskins for cross-country skiing, sledges... Also tourist information and ski pass sales. Progressing on snow-covered terrain is much more demanding than in summer, requiring special equipment and knowledge of mountain risks. -Consult the weather forecast bulletin -Avalanche risk assessment bulletin -Consult guidebook recommendations -Make sure you have the right equipment, including avalanche transceivers, shovels and probes. -Choose an itinerary suited to your physical condition - Never set off alone.