Lake Autier – Nice Refuge loop from Parking du Countet
Lake Autier – Nice Refuge loop from Parking du Countet
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Lake Autier – Nice Refuge loop from Parking du Countet
05:48
12.9km
900m
Hiking
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: June 26, 2026
Tips
Your route passes through protected areas
Please check local regulations for:
Parc national du Mercantour (cœur)
Parc national du Mercantour (aire d'adhésion)
Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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551 m
Belle et Sébastien
Highlight • Other
925 m
Magnificent panorama.
Highlight • Other
3.49 km
Lake Autier
Highlight • Lake
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6.15 km
White water cascade
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6.32 km
Lake Niré.
Highlight • Other
7.43 km
Nice Refuge
Highlight • Mountain Hut
The natural site surrounding the chalet is particularly suitable for observing the large fauna of the Mercantour National Park. The ibex and chamois are indeed not fearful here.
Reservations and payments are made online by going to the website of the French Federation of Alpine and Mountain Clubs.
The link is as follows: refugedenice.ffcam.fr/FR_home.html
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7.78 km
Lake La Foux.
Highlight • Lake
8.14 km
Lake La Fous
Highlight • Lake
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10.3 km
Murs des Italiens
Archaeological Site
12.9 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
6.52 km
5.59 km
517 m
225 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
6.52 km
6.33 km
< 100 m
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Weather
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Friday 26 June
15°C
11°C
39 %
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Comments
While I personally prefer poles, I recommend not using them throughout this route.
The numerous scree slopes will require you to use your hands regularly.
I emphasize the athletic nature of this tour. Make sure you wear the right equipment and shoes!
Hike completed with RPM and led by Laurent.
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