Want to explore more of the mountains around Gap? In this guide, we’ve reviewed our full collection of mountain hikes in Ecrins to bring you the top routes in the region. To see which Tour is right for you, browse real photos and tips uploaded by other mountain hikers, see detail-rich breakdowns at the click of a button—and find your perfect route for your next mountain hike in Ecrins.

Last updated: November 10, 2025

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1. Pic du Morgon – Pic de Morgon loop from Le Lauzet-Ubaye

11.7km

04:53

720m

Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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2. Lac lauvitel loop from Venosc

6.56km

03:25

550m

Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. Lac Palluel loop from Les Enflous

13.6km

06:21

1,030m

Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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4. Handrail, steep passage – Le Grand Lac loop from Le Monêtier-les-Bains

8.37km

03:58

710m

Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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5. Vieux Chaillol loop from Chaillol 1600

19.2km

09:24

1,520m

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

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The best mountain hikes in Ecrins

1. Pic du Morgon – Pic de Morgon loop from Le Lauzet-Ubaye

2. Lac lauvitel loop from Venosc

3. Lac Palluel loop from Les Enflous

4. Handrail, steep passage – Le Grand Lac loop from Le Monêtier-les-Bains

5. Vieux Chaillol loop from Chaillol 1600

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