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

Col de Maronne - Balade depuis Auris_Auris-en-Oisans

Contacts

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!

With no technical difficulties and a gradual elevation gain, this hike is suitable for families. There are no tricky sections along the route, which features a picnic area, a barbecue area, and a zip line for children.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Start: Place des Orgières
Elevation gain: 120 m
Round-trip duration: 1 hour
Distance: 2.5 km
Level: easy

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

ROUTE
The starting point is at Place des Orgières. Head toward the Vacancéole residence at the far right of the resort to reach the pass road. Go around the residence on the left side of the building to reach the Col de Maronne road, which is shared with mountain bikes. Along the way, you’ll find a picnic area with a barbecue and a zip line for kids. Keep an eye out: you might spot marmots throughout the hike. Just be careful not to scare them!
The Col de Maronne is marked by the intersection of several trails. Once you arrive, you can admire the view of the Uissans peaks. You can then head back down toward the resort via the small trail on your left or retrace your steps.

Since this route passes near alpine pastures, you may encounter livestock guard dogs. Check with the tourist office to learn the proper way to interact with them.

HIGHLIGHTS ALONG THE ROUTE
- The sheepfold
- Panoramic views of Les Deux Alpes, La Meije, and Les Grandes Rousses.
- The resort of Auris-en-Oisans
- Marmots
- Barbecue and zip line for children at the picnic area

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS
- The resort and hamlets of Auris-en-Oisans