The Ancestral Irrigation Canals of the Vallouise Valley: The Béal Neuf Canal, a Refreshing Walk
Following the path along the Béal Neuf means immersing yourself in an authentic setting where clear water gently flows along the trail. … Read more
Mountain Biking in the Écrins Region
A guide to the mountain biking trails in the Écrins Region… Read more
Alpine skiing in the South Alps
A short guide to outdoor activities in Vallouise-Pelvoux. In this section I offer some useful information for downhill skiing enthusiasts.… Read more
Lunch at the Refuge des Bans
What is the meal worthy of Escapadelia? The athletic meal of course! Preceded by a climb to the Refuge des Bans to stimulate the appetite and followed by the digestive descent. … Read more
Activities around Escapadelia
The location of our holiday flats makes possible beautiful walks or bike rides directly from the house.… Read more
Top 3 in the Pays des Écrins
Which spots in the Pays des Écrins can claim to be the TOP 3 most spectacular in the valley?… Read more
The peak of Néouvielle by the classic route
I look for information on the ascent of the Néouvielle peak.
Result n° 1: “After 3 hours of effort, I arrive at the breach. I look at the other side and let out a huge swear word. It’s impossible to go down without the climbing equipment…”.
Result n°2 : “Hike done with my 14 year old daughter. No particular difficulties.
So, I ask myself, should we go or not?
Mountain biking in the Pays des Écrins.
A short guide to outdoor activities in Vallouise-Pelvoux. In this section I propose some useful information for mountain bike enthusiasts.… Read more
Who looks for (adrenaline), finds… the descent of Alaric by GR77
The climb is very technical – says a lady hiker we met on the summit of Signal (Massif Alaric, not far from Carcassonne). – We’re going to return via the fire road.
I am looking at a small stone painted in red and white. This is where the GR 77 starts. Apparently very technical. Even on walk. And we’re thinking of biking down it… … Read more
