Glère Refuge – Gaubie Valley loop from Lac de Tracens

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Glère Refuge – Gaubie Valley loop from Lac de Tracens

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Glère Refuge – Gaubie Valley loop from Lac de Tracens

10:09

25.1km

1,400m

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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

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Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 2.19 km for 679 m

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2.84 km

View of Lac de l'Estagnol and Lac Nère

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From the Hourquette de Mounicot you can only see Lac Nere. During the descent, the other one comes into view. The Lac dets Coubous with the dam can also be …

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3.30 km

Mounicot Pass

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Located above 2,500 meters above sea level, this pass offers splendid views of numerous lakes in the Néouvielle reserve.

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4.80 km

Lac de Mounicot

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5.94 km

The Glère refuge is located at the entrance to the Néouvielle reserve. Perched on its rocky outcrop, it is immersed in a spectacular setting. It welcomes you in a warm and comfortable atmosphere. More information here: refugedelaglere.ffcam.fr.

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14.4 km

Tournaboup

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Tournaboup is a small outdoor sports resort equipped with a bike park with ski lifts. For hikers, it is above all an opportunity to fill water bottles in a fountain …

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16.9 km

Gaubie Valley

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The Gaubie valley includes the Gaubie and Pountou bridges. It houses the ruins of the Gaubie cabins and leads to the Aygues Cluses plateau and its refuge.

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20.8 km

Refuge d'Aygues-Cluses

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Inaugurated in 2023, this new refuge is ideally located in the Nouévielle massif. In a preserved natural setting, it offers good meals in addition to its 35 beds.

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22.2 km

Madamète Lakes

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The Madamète lakes are two magnificent bodies of water nestled in the hollow of the Néouvielle massif. The GR 10 trail passes through the middle of the two lakes where there are numerous bivouac spots.

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23.3 km