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Cayolle Pass – Col de la Petite Cayolle loop from Col de la Cayolle

Hard

3.9

(9)

119

hikers

Cayolle Pass – Col de la Petite Cayolle loop from Col de la Cayolle

06:39

16.5km

1,120m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 2.27 km for 236 m

After 14.1 km for 236 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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1

56 m

Cayolle Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

The Col de la Cayolle is a little known pass. Its name is not very familiar, yet it culminates at more than 2,324 meters above sea level and offers a remarkable panorama and very quiet roads.

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2

1.58 km

Lovely little mountain lake

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3

2.41 km

View of the Lake

Highlight • Viewpoint

Here at the signposts you have a great view of the lake. From here it also goes to a 3000er

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2.49 km

Col de la Petite Cayolle

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About a 45 minute walk from the Col de Cayolle car park. Good passable path in good weather. Bring warm clothes, the wind can be brisk and fresh.

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2.75 km

Little Cayolle Lake

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On a great circular route from Col der la Cayole you will pass this lake

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6

7.83 km

View of Lake Allos from Mont Pelat

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Mont Pelat is a limestone summit located at 3,051 meters above sea level which dominates the massif of the same name. From there, there is an incredible view of the Écrins and Cerces massifs, and of Lake Allos below.

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7.87 km

8

10.1 km

Lac du Trou de l'Aigle

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It is a superb little lake, nestled at the foot of the summit of the same name. The decor is truly exceptional!

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16.5 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.5 km

4.87 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.5 km

2.61 km

2.26 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (2,960 m)

Lowest point (2,320 m)

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Friday 30 October

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