Les Oules on snowshoes

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 track to its end, then take the same route back. A cross-country ski hostel is located in the village of Cervières, where you can rent cross-country skiing equipment (alternating and skating), snowshoes, cross-country skins, sledges... Also tourist information and ski pass sales. Progressing on snow-covered terrain is far more demanding than in summer. It requires 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.