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Everything you need to know before you goAddress
Lac des Neuf Couleurs, 04530 Saint-Paul-sur-Ubaye, France
GPS coordinates
44.5397148, 6.8639153
Phone
Not available
When?
Opening hours
No information
Varies by season
Best season
Fall
Spectacular colors
Best time
Early morning
Less crowded
Weather (next days)
Loading
How much?
Entry fees
Adult
Not available
Child
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What to bring?
Gear
- Hiking shoes Essential
- → Salomon Elixir Tour Mid WP · 203.38 $
- Layered clothing Essential
- Rain jacket Essential
- Trekking poles
- → Black Diamond Trail Ergo Cork · 69.99 $
- Headlamp
- → Petzl Actik Core 625 · 103.95 $
Water & food
2L minimum
No water point on the trail
Bring energy snacks for a 4h+ hike
Good to know
Park rules
No dogs
Safety
Download the GPX before you go
Limited cellular coverage on the trail
Slippery after rain
Be careful on rocky sections
In an emergency
Emergency
911
Parking GPS
44.5397148, 6.8639153
Center
Not available
FAQ - Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to knowHard
1661.00 m
3412.00 m
5h30
No
No
No, this trail is rated as Hard difficulty with 850 m of elevation gain over 12 km, making it unsuitable for beginners or inexperienced hikers. You should have good fitness and mountain hiking experience before attempting this route.
The hike takes approximately 5h30 to complete the 12 km trail with 850 m of elevation gain. Actual time may vary depending on your fitness level, pace, and weather conditions.
The trail has 850 m of elevation gain, which combined with the 12 km distance contributes to its Hard difficulty rating. This makes it a challenging hike requiring good physical conditioning.
No, dogs are not permitted on this trail. Please leave your dog at home or arrange alternative care before your visit.
No, parking is not free at the trailhead. You should budget for parking fees when planning your visit to this trail in Hautes-Alpes.
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