Sentier du Génie des Alpages
- 0.7 mi
- round trip
- 749 ft
- climb
- 4,490 ft
- high point
- Out and back
- route
Sentier du Génie des Alpages is an out-and-back trail, 0.7 miles each way (1.3 miles round trip) in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France, inside Parc national des Écrins (aire d’adhésion). It runs between about 4,090 ft and 4,490 ft above sea level, with roughly 180 ft of climbing one way. It is a mountain path with steeper and uneven sections, so wear proper hiking shoes. The nearest town is Champcella, about 0.5 miles south of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Roche Charniere, Le Peyron and Tête de Gaulent. For camping, Camping La Cabane and Camping municipal de l'Île are within about 6 miles. There are 4 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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