The stages of the Tour du Queyras

Departures from all villages are possible

You know that the Tour du Queyras is an incredible loop trek, but you don’t know where to start? Here you’ll find all the different stages to prepare your itinerary, you can do it any way you like and begin at your favorite starting point.

The original Tour du Queyras

In 10 stages

The great thing about the GR 58 is that it is a loop that goes through all the villages of the Queyras. Thanks to the villages’ hospitality, you can breathe, stock up on supplies or treat yourself to a good meal. There’s always a way in (and out) this joyful Hautes-Alpes farandole just around the corner.

Day 1Ceillac-Saint-Véran via the Estronques Pass(2651 metres)

Off we go! A quick look at the church and its unique 6-bell tower! You begin your journey through the Cristillan hamlets. Then it’s on to the climb to the Estronques Pass, which offers you a view of your destination for the day, “the land where the rooster pecks at the stars” Ascent: 1080 m. D+ / 840 m. D-Stage duration: 6h30

Day 2Saint-Véran - Agnel Pass & Chamoussière Pass(2884 m.)

You leave Saint-Véran and its remarkable architecture, to reach the Clausis Chapel. From its promontory, it dominates the entire Aigue Blanche valley. Then the “Roi de Pierre” appears before you from the Chamoussière Pass. Ascent: 830 m. D+ / 300 m. D- Stage duration: 5h30

Day 3Agnel Pass- La Monta via Vieux Pass(2806 m.)

The Vieux Pass is easily reached after spending the night at altitude in the Agnel refuge. To the right, the Pain de sucre, opposite the crête de la Taillante… A long descent awaits you, past magnificent tiered lakes. The “vallon des lacs” is home to a very fragile arctic-type flora that should not be trampled underfoot. Difference in altitude: 230 m. D+ / 1120 m. D- Stage duration: 5h

Day 4La Monta - Abriès via Colette de Gilly (2386 m.)

Between alpine pastures and larche forests, the trail takes you up to the ridges. The aerial traverse offers superb views of the surrounding peaks on both sides, overlooking the surrounding villages and hamlets. Don’t forget to turn around and say hello to Viso once again. Ascent: 890 m. D+ / 1030 m. D-Stage duration: 5h30

Day 5Abriès - The Fonts de Cervières via the Malrif Pass(2860 m.)

A long stage that makes an infidelity to the Queyras to discover the Briançonnais! Head for The Fonds de Cervières and its little chalets, but before that, the superb Malrif lakes will offer you a refreshing break. Ascent: 1290 m. D+ / 790 m. D- Stage duration: 6h30

Day 6The Fonts de Cervières - Souliers via Péas Pass(2629 m.)

Back to Queyras! The path takes you up to the mountain pastures to reach the Péas Pass. To your right is the Rochebrune Peak(3321m), which will accompany you on the descent to the hamlet of Souliers. Difference in altitude: 590 m. D+ / 800 m. D- Stage duration: 5h

Day 7Souliers - la Chalp d'Arvieux via the Tronchet Pass(2347 m.)

Back on the GR, you’ll follow a small stream to reach a sheepfold in the middle of the larche trees. The Tronchet Rio is not far off! Why not make a detour to the Souliers Lake before heading back down to Arvieux? Ascent: 510 m. D+ / 660 m. D-Stage duration: 4h

Day 8La Chalp d'Arvieux - Furfande via the Furfande Pass(2500m.)

Do you like trees? You’re in luck with this beautiful climb in the forest, where the sound of the stream and birdsongs will accompany you till the Furfande pass. Behind the pass, the scenery is idyllic, with chalets all over the mountain. Ascent: 820 m. D+ / 210 m. D- Stage duration: 5h

Day 9Furfande - Bramousse via La Lauze Pass(1970 m.)

Bramousse is in sight, just across the road! You start the day with a long descent to the Guil. The smell of pine trees, crossing Les Escoyères and then a steep descent to the Guil before heading up the other side. Ascent: 210 m. D+ / 1000 m. D-Stage duration: 4h30

Day 10Bramousse - Ceillac via the Bramousse Pass(2251 m.)

Last day! We’ve almost come to a full circle! But first, you’ll leave the remarkable hamlet of Bramousse and head up the valley. Alpine pastures, chalets and cembro pines surround you all the way to the pass of the same name. Ceillac is right behind you, just a little further down! Ascent: 850 m. D+ / 590 m. D-Stage duration: 4h30

Starting from the opposite direction to the classic tour described in the FFRP topo guide allows you to find the less busy lodges and refuges.
A direct departure from the Mont-Dauphin Guillestre train station is possible, with a first stop in Mont-Dauphin OR Guillestre.
The red and white GR markings are well maintained. There are no particular difficulties in finding your way around, but don’t forget: in the mountains, you always set off with a map or a topo guide.

Most of the itinerary is accessible from mid-June to September .
Some high-altitude passes may still be snow-covered until early July. You’ll need to be equipped with ice axes and crampons to negotiate these “névés” (parts of snow).
The Tour du Queyras can also be done in winter with snowshoes, ski touring or Nordic ski touring.

Snowshoeing

If you want to combine lightness and comfort (two antagonistic concepts in touring), then Hallelujah the “Sherpa Queyras” service is here! Your luggage will be transported from one accommodation to another, saving your back the effort. If, like the “Gîtes et Refuges du Queyras association”, you want to commit to a “0 waste” objective, leave with your tupperware or buy a reusable box from gîtes or refuges of the first stage, for the price of 3€. Cloth napkins and your picnic bags will limit the use of disposables in favor of reusables!

Transports Petit Mathieu

Les transports Petit Mathieu offer you a multitude of services: Coaches, cab, shuttle, Sherpa service and minibus in the Queyras, for groups, individuals and for regular...

Gîtes d’étapes and refuges

Bed & Breakfast

Campsites

Hotels

Let’s stay on the tracks, so that meadows aren’t trampled

Closed gates for well-guarded herds

The shepherd’s hut, a place of tranquillity and respected privacy

Don’t touch patou-dogs, let’s calmly go around the herd

Let’s keep a low profile, we’re not alone

Even empty packagings go in your pockets and backpacks

Also to do

Variations of the GR58

Over the years, the original Tour du Queyras has been enriched by numerous versions, each worth several visits. We named them A,B,C and… D. Easy, but not very sexy. Since then, they have been grouped into three “GR”s (Great Walks): Tour du Pain de Sucre, Tour de la Font-Sancte and Tour de la Dent du Ratier. If you’re clever, you can also add your own variations. From south to north, we suggest the Tour de la Tête des Toillies, the Tour du Pelvas, the Tour du Bric Bouchet and the Tour du Rochebrune.

Go for a walk

between France and Italy

Tour du Viso

Did you like the GR58, the Tour du Queyras? You’ll love the Tour du Mont Viso and its many variations. At 3,841 m, this immense lighthouse towers over all its close...