Explore this hiking route of 8,94mi starting from Molines-en-Queyras, Hautes-Alpes. The hike is a loop and returns to the starting point. This hike is rated as difficult, plan for about 5h13m to complete it. The route has a positive elevation gain of 3360ft and a negative elevation loss of 3323ft.
Description of the route by the creator
Park at the Lariane bridge parking lot, then follow the signs for the first ascent to the Col de Longet (take care to turn right shortly after the start of the path, there are only markings on the ground). After the pass, follow either the path along the mountain (the shortest but narrowest) or take the main path and the road leading to the observatory. Once at the observatory, the view of Pic de Château Renard is well worth the detour. Take the same route back. No particular difficulty, apart from the length of the path and the difference in altitude.
