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La Chapelle-En-Valgaudémar

The Pont des Oules – Lacs de Pétarel loop from La Chapelle-en-Valgaudémar

Hard

4.7

(23)

271

hikers

The Pont des Oules – Lacs de Pétarel loop from La Chapelle-en-Valgaudémar

09:02

19.2km

1,380m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 26, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Parc national des Écrins (cœur)

Parc national des Écrins (aire d’adhésion)

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

1.43 km

Les Houles du Diable Waterfalls

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The ascent requires surefootedness and hiking shoes.

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2

1.89 km

The Pont des Oules

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This stone bridge, crossing a quiet stream, is surrounded by green hills and dense forests. If you want to take a break and dip your feet in the water, this is the perfect place!

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3

8.29 km

Lacs de Pétarel

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The Pétarel lakes are located at 2,090 meters perched on a plateau. The lakes are absolutely stunning in color with the Valgaudemar valley and its peaks in the background.

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4

9.58 km

Seyberas Lakes

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Pretty mountain lakes just below the Col de Pétarel. They offer stunning colors and views!

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5

9.98 km

Pétarel Pass

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The Col de Pétarel is located at an altitude of 2,450 meters. From the pass there is a splendid view of the lakes and peaks of Valgaudemar.

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6

10.5 km

Béranne Pass

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8

17.3 km

The Devil's Pools

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B

19.2 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.5 km

2.72 km

1.58 km

279 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.5 km

3.03 km

2.72 km

1.58 km

342 m

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Saturday 10 October

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Comments

September 17, 2022,Le pont des Oules – Kaskaden Les Houles du Diable Circuit à partir de La Chapelle-en-Valgaudémar
Superb hike with a magnificent view of the lakes on the way back.

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Very very demanding but beautiful hike. Be careful, all the elevation is done at once!

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