ショムのおすすめウォーキング＆ハイキングルート

This is essentially a 14km clockwise loop. The ascent to the peaks is pretty well marked out although I’d always suggest downloading an offline route map. It’s not particularly technical just some simple clambering over a few steep rocky sections before the 1st col (Teyech). I wouldn’t fancy that rocky section if it’s frozen mind you. After the 2 stunning peaks the rest of the loop is a few kms along the ridge before turning down back through the forest. If it’s snowy, you’ll very easily lose the path (i did a lot) so another good reason to download the route.

Magnificent

The Col de Caude, accessible from Boutx or Bezins, offers lovely views and provides access to the Pic du Gar to the west and to the Pic de l'Escalette and then to the Pic de Gagire to the east.

Bucolic setting, a path allows you to go around the lake, a small beach where you can rest. Not many amenities but that's what gives it its charm. Just a lake surrounded by mountains.

Very pleased to have decent walking boots for this hike. There are sections where the path is very rocky, or grassy, or covered with dead leaves. Also good to be reasonably fit, to have a good sense of balance and a head for heights. As always, the effort is worth it. Tour took 5h30 so not too bad.

Go around the lake and continue your walk.

Often confused with the Pic du Gar. They are brothers and each will offer you a superb panorama.

This peak must be climbed when you come to the Frontignes. To have the chance to observe the sunrises and sunsets there is... Do not hesitate to stop at the refuge at the exit of the wood just before climbing the mountain pasture.