Col de Maronne – Walk from Auris-en-Oisans resort

Contacts

16 place des Orgières
38142 Auris-en-Oisans
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e-mail : info-auris@oisans.com
Telephone : 04 76 80 13 52
Facebook page : https://www.facebook.com/OisansTourisme/

Openings

From 01/05 to 31/10 daily.
The periods during which the trails are accessible vary from year to year depending on snow cover and weather conditions. In addition, trail conditions can change rapidly after a weather event and are not checked daily. If you encounter a damaged or dangerous section, turn back and report it to the tourist office.

Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

Description

An easy-access walk to admire the heights of the Auris-en-Oisans resort. Enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding peaks. A great way to warm up!

MAP AND TOPOGRAPHIC CHART
IGN TOP 25 Map No. 3335: Le Bourg d'Oisans – L'Alpe d'Huez

ITINERARY
With no technical difficulties and a gradual elevation gain, this hike is suitable for families.
You’ll follow a pastoral trail that leads to the Col de Sarenne, passing by a picnic and barbecue area complete with a zip line for the kids!
Once you reach the pass, you’ll enjoy views of Alpe d’Huez, the Grandes Rousses and Belledonne mountain ranges on one side, and the resort and the Écrins massif on the other.
The return trip can be made via a steep trail that cuts through the meadow and takes you back to the resort, or by retracing your steps.

Prices

Free access.

Equipments

  • Free car park
  • Parking nearby
  • Car park
  • Public WC
  • Play area
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue
Language(s) spoken :
English
French

Services on site

  • Pets welcome
  • Drinking water
  • Not accessible in a wheelchair

Location

Description

An easy-access walk to admire the heights of the Auris-en-Oisans resort. Enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding peaks. A great way to warm up!

MAP AND TOPOGRAPHIC CHART
IGN TOP 25 Map No. 3335: Le Bourg d'Oisans – L'Alpe d'Huez

ITINERARY
With no technical difficulties and a gradual elevation gain, this hike is suitable for families.
You’ll follow a pastoral trail that leads to the Col de Sarenne, passing by a picnic and barbecue area complete with a zip line for the kids!
Once you reach the pass, you’ll enjoy views of Alpe d’Huez, the Grandes Rousses and Belledonne mountain ranges on one side, and the resort and the Écrins massif on the other.
The return trip can be made via a steep trail that cuts through the meadow and takes you back to the resort, or by retracing your steps.

Prices

Free access.

Equipments

  • Free car park
  • Parking nearby
  • Car park
  • Public WC
  • Play area
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue
Language(s) spoken :
English
French

Services on site

  • Pets welcome
  • Drinking water
  • Not accessible in a wheelchair

Location