Sentier des Avachis

Sentier des Avachis is an out-and-back trail, 1.5 miles each way (3.0 miles round trip) in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France. It runs between about 6,920 ft and 8,600 ft above sea level, with roughly 80 ft of climbing one way. It is demanding mountain hiking, with rocky or exposed stretches where you need sure footing. Most of the way is natural ground. The nearest town is L'Alpe d'Huez, about 2.4 miles northeast of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Clocher de Mâcle, Dôme des Petites Rousses and Pic de l'Herpie. Cascade du Roubier and Cascade de la Fare are within about 3 miles. For camping, Le Martinet and Camping Le Grand Calme are within about 6 miles. 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.