Le tour des hameaux de St Véran

Park in Parking Lot P3. West of the village, take the Route du Bois des Amoureux; after 5 minutes, at the wayside shrine, leave this road and take the trail on the left that leads downhill. (Yellow trail markers) After 10 minutes, turn left to reach La Chalp (red and yellow trail markers). Cross the hamlet, then the county road. Cross the bridge, then turn left to head back up to the Pont du Moulin (yellow trail markers). Then take the GR58 toward St. Véran (red and white trail markers). The trail climbs past Le Raux, a small cemetery, and comes out onto the road near a Mission cross. After the visitor center, take the street that climbs to the right to explore the village. When you reach the Auberge Costebelle, turn left and stay on this main road, crossing the entire village until you reach the RV parking lot (P3); Please note: in winter, from the Chanterane Bridge to the Peyre Bartino Bridge, the route is a cross-country ski trail! It is therefore reserved exclusively for that purpose. In spring and fall, conditions are unpredictable; even without snow, the trail may be icy. Therefore, when in the mountains, always make sure to “go out well-equipped.” In my backpack, I pack or clip on: crampons and trekking poles. In winter, the essentials are: snowshoes, poles, gloves, a hat, sunscreen, and… a survival blanket! Experience is necessary, and knowing when to turn back is sometimes better than taking risks. And for newcomers to the mountains, we recommend hiring a professional! Before heading out, I check the Météo France Montagnes reports and the BERA (avalanche and risk alerts). Please note: Starting October 5, 2026, the trail will be closed to pedestrians, mountain bikes, and all other modes of transportation from the hamlet of La Chalp-Ste Agathe toward the Molines Hill Reserve for a period of 15 days, renewable.