Mont-Thabor hiking trail - Stage 2 - Round trip to Mont-Thabor from the refugedu Thabor

Treat yourself to a wild change of scenery in the high mountains, with their majestic mineral landscapes. You're close to the border with Italy, and if you've ever dreamed of doing a 3,000 m but never dared? Then Le Thabor is waiting for you!

Description

This stage requires a good level of fitness and can be optional if you make a return trip from the Thabor refuge.

Additional welcome

You must book your overnight stay in a refuge in advance. Stay on the trails, following the signs, and take your garbage with you.

Environments

• Mountain view
• Mountain location
• Panoramic view

Rates

Free access.

Itinerary

• Distance 14.7km
• Route type Round trip
• Elevation gain 975m
• Negative gradient 975m
• Daily duration 06h00
• Signposted itinerary Yes
• Beaconing accuracy Departmental yellow and red/white (GR) markings
• Nature of the land Ground, Not suitable for strollers
• Maximum altitude 3162m

Opening period

Itinerary accessible outside snow periods and subject to favorable weather conditions. Check the local weather forecast in real time up to the day of departure.

Additional opening

• Subject to favorable weather

• Subject to snow conditions

Location

Departure from the Thabor refuge for an out-and-back ascent and a second night at the refuge.

Animals

Pets allowed : Yes

Pets allowed with supplement: No

Pets are allowed on this route.

Guidebook with maps/step-by-step

• 2/ Ascention du Mont-Thabor - Optional stage.
  From the refuge, return to the Col de la Vallée Etroite, then leave the GR 5 heading downhill towards the narrow valley to traverse the magnificent high-altitude meadows. Cross a few large boulders on a short descent to reach the colorful Lac du Peyron, and follow its north shore. Skirt the rocky bar overlooking the lake, then continue onto the grassy plateau of Les Chances du Peyron at the foot of the rocky Grand Séru needle. The route then leads to the Col des Méandes, from where the final slope to the Thabor begins. Just before reaching the summit, take a short break at the chapel of Mont Thabor (ND des Douleurs), a pilgrimage site where Italians and French gather every summer. Return to the refuge by the same route.