Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur · Hiking

Crête des Autanes

2.3 mi
one way
1,493 ft
climb
8,993 ft
high point
Point to point
route

Crête des Autanes is a 2.3-mile point-to-point route in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France, inside Parc national des Écrins (aire d’adhésion). It runs between about 7,710 ft and 8,990 ft above sea level, with roughly 1,490 ft of climbing one way. It is demanding mountain hiking, with rocky or exposed stretches where you need sure footing. It is mapped as a named hiking route, with the sections joined into one trail here. The nearest town is Serre-Eyraud, about 3.5 miles south of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include La Coupa, La Motte and Le Barle. For camping, Camping municipal de Réallon and Lou Draou 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.

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Conditions and forecast

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