Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · Hiking

Sentier de la Baronne

2.6 mi
round trip
4,570 ft
climb
7,936 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Sentier de la Baronne is an out-and-back trail, 2.6 miles each way (5.2 miles round trip) in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France. It runs between about 5,610 ft and 7,940 ft above sea level, with roughly 3,410 ft of climbing one way. It is alpine hiking on rough, exposed ground where you may need your hands for balance; it is for experienced hikers. The nearest town is Saint-Baudille-et-Pipet, about 2.1 miles southeast of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Château des Chèvres, Le Nid and Ratier. For camping, Pré Rolland and La Jarjatte are within about 6 miles. There are 18 other mapped trails within about 3 miles, so you can combine or extend the outing. Distances, elevations and the route shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Trails, access rules and conditions change, so check locally before you go.

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