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réserverA BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP
Nature escapeImmersion in a multi-faceted massif. You will admire our contrasting landscapes, from larch forests to the mineral decor of the Bessons lakes (twin!) , from the border passes to our Madonna of Fenestre, from the quiet valleys to the crest paths of the 3rd day. Wildlife will be there!
Ibex, chamois, marmot for the most emblematic, and with luck, wolf tracks? an eagle? a vulture?
And the possibility of visiting the Parc des Loups du Boréon at the end of your stay.
Departure guaranteed for 5 participants or more.
A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP
Nature escape A short itinerant trek to cross the breathtaking landscapes of Mercantour. A night in a refuge and a bivouac for a total escape in nature.Immersion in a multi-faceted massif. You will admire our contrasting landscapes, from larch forests to the mineral decor of the Bessons lakes (twin!) , from the border passes to our Madonna of Fenestre, from the quiet valleys to the crest paths of the 3rd day. Wildlife will be there! Ibex, chamois, marmot for the most emblematic, and with luck, wolf tracks? an eagle? a vulture?
And the possibility of visiting the Parc des Loups du Boréon at the end of your stay.
Departure guaranteed for 5 participants or more.
THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT
- Mercantour National Park
- Itineraries off the beaten path
- Trek in a refuge and bivouac
- The local guide
THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT
- Mercantour National Park
- Itineraries off the beaten path
- Trek in a refuge and bivouac
- The local guide
Included
- The transfer of the J1 from St Martin de Vésubie to Boréon
- The accommodation
- The meals
- Framing
- Technical equipment for the bivouac
Not Included
- The drinks
- Personal expenses
- Transport to and from Saint Martin de Vésubie
- Optional insurances
The program
Day by dayDay of arrival
Day 1: Welcome and first hike in Mercantour.
Meeting with your mountain guide in Saint Martin de Vésubie (see Access/Appointment).
Meeting with your mountain guide in Saint Martin de Vésubie (see Access/Appointment).
Then transfer for 15 minutes by minivan to reach the start of the hike at an altitude of 1500m.
We climb through larch trees along a beautiful river. An ascent to Lacs Besson, 2 very beautiful alpine lakes in a mineral setting is possible if the weather conditions allow it. We then go down to the mountain hut where we will try to observe the ibex in this preserved setting.
Hot meal and night in the warm atmosphere of the refuge, in the heart of the Mercantour Park.
Height differences: +800m/-200m. Distance: 8km.
We climb through larch trees along a beautiful river. An ascent to Lacs Besson, 2 very beautiful alpine lakes in a mineral setting is possible if the weather conditions allow it. We then go down to the mountain hut where we will try to observe the ibex in this preserved setting.
Hot meal and night in the warm atmosphere of the refuge, in the heart of the Mercantour Park.
Height differences: +800m/-200m. Distance: 8km.
During your stay
D2: Lake Trecolpas - Pas des Ladres - Madonna of Fenestre
We leave in the direction of Lake Trecolpas, a pretty lake hidden behind a glacier lock.
We leave in the direction of Lake Trecolpas, a pretty lake hidden behind a glacier lock.
We will then walk along a path to reach and cross the Pas des Ladres and then we can make a variant to go through the Fenestre pass which is a pass steeped in history and set foot in Italy.
After the lunch break, we will go down to the Madonna di Fenestre refuge with another beautiful lake on our way.
Meal taken at the shelter and night in a tent that we will set up together.
Height differences: +500m/-600m. Distance: 7 km.
After the lunch break, we will go down to the Madonna di Fenestre refuge with another beautiful lake on our way.
Meal taken at the shelter and night in a tent that we will set up together.
Height differences: +500m/-600m. Distance: 7 km.
Last day
D3: Pas de Maeris - Boréon - St Martin de Vésubie
We will leave in the direction of Pas de Maeris by a path on the mountainside that allows us to climb quietly to a pretty plateau where half-wild horses frolic in freedom.
We will leave in the direction of Pas de Maeris by a path on the mountainside that allows us to climb quietly to a pretty plateau where half-wild horses frolic in freedom.
Descent to the Boréon in the forest to finish our loop.
End of the stay in the early afternoon.
Height differences: +400 m/-600m. Distance: 6 km.
Free time until 15:30, departure time of the scheduled bus that goes down to Nice (not included).
Many possibilities are available to you such as going to visit the Wolf Park, strolling in the village of St Martin de Vésubie, going to try your hand at the indoor canyon, climbing or swimming in the Vesubia Mountain Park (book in advance if you are interested in the canyon).
End of the stay in the early afternoon.
Height differences: +400 m/-600m. Distance: 6 km.
Free time until 15:30, departure time of the scheduled bus that goes down to Nice (not included).
Many possibilities are available to you such as going to visit the Wolf Park, strolling in the village of St Martin de Vésubie, going to try your hand at the indoor canyon, climbing or swimming in the Vesubia Mountain Park (book in advance if you are interested in the canyon).
ABOUT THE TRIP
Equipment Included
Tents, ground mats (we do not carry the tents, they are already on the bivouac sites).
If booked in advance, it is possible to rent a backpack, duvets, walking sticks (to be paid directly on site).
If booked in advance, it is possible to rent a backpack, duvets, walking sticks (to be paid directly on site).
Equipment Included
Tents, ground mats (we do not carry the tents, they are already on the bivouac sites).
If booked in advance, it is possible to rent a backpack, duvets, walking sticks (to be paid directly on site).
If booked in advance, it is possible to rent a backpack, duvets, walking sticks (to be paid directly on site).
Equipment not included
Essential personal equipment:
40L hiking backpack (with waist belt), high shaft hiking boot (already proven), hiking socks, waterproof jacket, hat, gloves, neck (in all seasons), hiking pants, hiking shorts, technical T-shirt (breathable), technical T-shirt (breathable), technical T-shirt (breathable), fine fleece, fine fleece, fine fleece, fine fleece, fleece, down jacket, sweatshirt or fleece tights, small microfiber towel, hat or cap, sun glasses, headband, knife, technical T-shirt (breathable), fine fleece, fine fleece, fine fleece, fine fleece, fleece, down jacket, joggers or fleece tights, small microfiber towel, hat or cap, sun glasses, headband, knife, knife, a personal tupperware 0.7 or 1 l that closes to transport salads at noon, a spoon, a duvet and a silk sheet (meat bag), flip flops light for the evening, toilet paper, pocket money.
40L hiking backpack (with waist belt), high shaft hiking boot (already proven), hiking socks, waterproof jacket, hat, gloves, neck (in all seasons), hiking pants, hiking shorts, technical T-shirt (breathable), technical T-shirt (breathable), technical T-shirt (breathable), fine fleece, fine fleece, fine fleece, fine fleece, fleece, down jacket, sweatshirt or fleece tights, small microfiber towel, hat or cap, sun glasses, headband, knife, technical T-shirt (breathable), fine fleece, fine fleece, fine fleece, fine fleece, fleece, down jacket, joggers or fleece tights, small microfiber towel, hat or cap, sun glasses, headband, knife, knife, a personal tupperware 0.7 or 1 l that closes to transport salads at noon, a spoon, a duvet and a silk sheet (meat bag), flip flops light for the evening, toilet paper, pocket money.
2 trash bags, 1 of 50 l, 1 of 10 l, toothbrush and travel toothpaste, sunscreen, small biodegradable soap, water bottle or water bag (2 l of minimum capacity), walking sticks recommended.
We invite you to bring a small personal care kit.
Content type
- Personal medications if you are subject to particular disorders (allergies, etc.).
- Enough to prevent and treat blisters.
- Enough to relieve ankle and knee problems: “Elasto” type bands.
- Enough to clean small wounds: soaked compresses.
- Sun protection for skin and lips.
- Enough to relieve intestinal problems following changes in diet.
- Enough to relieve headaches and aches.
- Enough to relieve insect bites.
Ask your doctor and pharmacist for advice and think that you will have to go to your pharmacy, so only bring the minimum necessary.
We invite you to bring a small personal care kit.
Content type
- Personal medications if you are subject to particular disorders (allergies, etc.).
- Enough to prevent and treat blisters.
- Enough to relieve ankle and knee problems: “Elasto” type bands.
- Enough to clean small wounds: soaked compresses.
- Sun protection for skin and lips.
- Enough to relieve intestinal problems following changes in diet.
- Enough to relieve headaches and aches.
- Enough to relieve insect bites.
Ask your doctor and pharmacist for advice and think that you will have to go to your pharmacy, so only bring the minimum necessary.
Equipment not included
Essential personal equipment:
40L hiking backpack (with waist belt), high shaft hiking boot (already proven), hiking socks, waterproof jacket, hat, gloves, neck (in all seasons), hiking pants, hiking shorts, technical T-shirt (breathable), technical T-shirt (breathable), technical T-shirt (breathable), fine fleece, fine fleece, fine fleece, fine fleece, fleece, down jacket, sweatshirt or fleece tights, small microfiber towel, hat or cap, sun glasses, headband, knife, technical T-shirt (breathable), fine fleece, fine fleece, fine fleece, fine fleece, fleece, down jacket, joggers or fleece tights, small microfiber towel, hat or cap, sun glasses, headband, knife, knife, a personal tupperware 0.7 or 1 l that closes to transport salads at noon, a spoon, a duvet and a silk sheet (meat bag), flip flops light for the evening, toilet paper, pocket money. 2 trash bags, 1 of 50 l, 1 of 10 l, toothbrush and travel toothpaste, sunscreen, small biodegradable soap, water bottle or water bag (2 l of minimum capacity), walking sticks recommended.
We invite you to bring a small personal care kit.
Content type
- Personal medications if you are subject to particular disorders (allergies, etc.).
- Enough to prevent and treat blisters.
- Enough to relieve ankle and knee problems: “Elasto” type bands.
- Enough to clean small wounds: soaked compresses.
- Sun protection for skin and lips.
- Enough to relieve intestinal problems following changes in diet.
- Enough to relieve headaches and aches.
- Enough to relieve insect bites.
Ask your doctor and pharmacist for advice and think that you will have to go to your pharmacy, so only bring the minimum necessary.
40L hiking backpack (with waist belt), high shaft hiking boot (already proven), hiking socks, waterproof jacket, hat, gloves, neck (in all seasons), hiking pants, hiking shorts, technical T-shirt (breathable), technical T-shirt (breathable), technical T-shirt (breathable), fine fleece, fine fleece, fine fleece, fine fleece, fleece, down jacket, sweatshirt or fleece tights, small microfiber towel, hat or cap, sun glasses, headband, knife, technical T-shirt (breathable), fine fleece, fine fleece, fine fleece, fine fleece, fleece, down jacket, joggers or fleece tights, small microfiber towel, hat or cap, sun glasses, headband, knife, knife, a personal tupperware 0.7 or 1 l that closes to transport salads at noon, a spoon, a duvet and a silk sheet (meat bag), flip flops light for the evening, toilet paper, pocket money. 2 trash bags, 1 of 50 l, 1 of 10 l, toothbrush and travel toothpaste, sunscreen, small biodegradable soap, water bottle or water bag (2 l of minimum capacity), walking sticks recommended.
We invite you to bring a small personal care kit.
Content type
- Personal medications if you are subject to particular disorders (allergies, etc.).
- Enough to prevent and treat blisters.
- Enough to relieve ankle and knee problems: “Elasto” type bands.
- Enough to clean small wounds: soaked compresses.
- Sun protection for skin and lips.
- Enough to relieve intestinal problems following changes in diet.
- Enough to relieve headaches and aches.
- Enough to relieve insect bites.
Ask your doctor and pharmacist for advice and think that you will have to go to your pharmacy, so only bring the minimum necessary.
formalities administratives
Do not forget your valid identity card or passport, your repatriation assistance contract, and your vital card in your bag.
formalities administratives
Do not forget your valid identity card or passport, your repatriation assistance contract, and your vital card in your bag.
Address and access
Meet at 9:45am at the bus station in St Martin de Vésubie.
Tips for coming by train:
Arrive at Nice train station, then reach the Grand Arenas stop by tram.
Tips for coming by train:
Arrive at Nice train station, then reach the Grand Arenas stop by tram.
From there, bus 90 of La Compagnie Ligne d'Azur allows you to reach St Martin de Vésubie.
Meet the other members of the group at Grans Arénas at 7:45am. The guide will not be present but in contact with you by telephone. Cost: about 2 €/person (not included, to be paid on site).
You can also arrive the day before in St Martin and sleep at the Rouguiere cottage. Cost: around €25/person if booked (not included, to be booked by yourself and paid on site).
Meet the other members of the group at Grans Arénas at 7:45am. The guide will not be present but in contact with you by telephone. Cost: about 2 €/person (not included, to be paid on site).
You can also arrive the day before in St Martin and sleep at the Rouguiere cottage. Cost: around €25/person if booked (not included, to be booked by yourself and paid on site).
Address and access
Meet at 9:45am at the bus station in St Martin de Vésubie.
Tips for coming by train:
Arrive at Nice train station, then reach the Grand Arenas stop by tram. From there, bus 90 of La Compagnie Ligne d'Azur allows you to reach St Martin de Vésubie.
Meet the other members of the group at Grans Arénas at 7:45am. The guide will not be present but in contact with you by telephone. Cost: about 2 €/person (not included, to be paid on site).
You can also arrive the day before in St Martin and sleep at the Rouguiere cottage. Cost: around €25/person if booked (not included, to be booked by yourself and paid on site).
Tips for coming by train:
Arrive at Nice train station, then reach the Grand Arenas stop by tram. From there, bus 90 of La Compagnie Ligne d'Azur allows you to reach St Martin de Vésubie.
Meet the other members of the group at Grans Arénas at 7:45am. The guide will not be present but in contact with you by telephone. Cost: about 2 €/person (not included, to be paid on site).
You can also arrive the day before in St Martin and sleep at the Rouguiere cottage. Cost: around €25/person if booked (not included, to be booked by yourself and paid on site).
Physical intensity
Regular sportsman
You practice a regular sports activity throughout the year, with 1 or 2 sessions per week. You are able to combine several moderate-intensity sessions during your vacation week.
You practice a regular sports activity throughout the year, with 1 or 2 sessions per week. You are able to combine several moderate-intensity sessions during your vacation week.
Physical intensity
Regular sportsman
You practice a regular sports activity throughout the year, with 1 or 2 sessions per week. You are able to combine several moderate-intensity sessions during your vacation week.
You practice a regular sports activity throughout the year, with 1 or 2 sessions per week. You are able to combine several moderate-intensity sessions during your vacation week.
Level of expertise
Hiking - Level 2
For people who have already gone on a hiking trip and/or practicing endurance physical activity regularly.
For people who have already gone on a hiking trip and/or practicing endurance physical activity regularly.
Start of hikes with a drop in altitude, half-day or “short” day walking time. It is the beginning of the discovery of mountain paths.
Level of expertise
Hiking - Level 2
For people who have already gone on a hiking trip and/or practicing endurance physical activity regularly. Start of hikes with a drop in altitude, half-day or “short” day walking time. It is the beginning of the discovery of mountain paths.
For people who have already gone on a hiking trip and/or practicing endurance physical activity regularly. Start of hikes with a drop in altitude, half-day or “short” day walking time. It is the beginning of the discovery of mountain paths.
Portage
Carrying level 2
1 week program:
Carrying personal belongings for 5 days and picnics for 2 or 3 days, i.e. 8 to 12 kg.
1 week program:
Carrying personal belongings for 5 days and picnics for 2 or 3 days, i.e. 8 to 12 kg.
2 week program:
Carrying personal belongings and picnics for 2 or 3 days, i.e. 10 to 12 kg, for the duration of the stay.
Carrying personal belongings and picnics for 2 or 3 days, i.e. 10 to 12 kg, for the duration of the stay.
Portage
Carrying level 2
1 week program:
Carrying personal belongings for 5 days and picnics for 2 or 3 days, i.e. 8 to 12 kg.
2 week program:
Carrying personal belongings and picnics for 2 or 3 days, i.e. 10 to 12 kg, for the duration of the stay.
1 week program:
Carrying personal belongings for 5 days and picnics for 2 or 3 days, i.e. 8 to 12 kg.
2 week program:
Carrying personal belongings and picnics for 2 or 3 days, i.e. 10 to 12 kg, for the duration of the stay.
Restauration
Picnic at noon, hot meals in the evenings in the shelters.
Please let us know in advance if you have food allergies.
Please let us know in advance if you have food allergies.
Restauration
Picnic at noon, hot meals in the evenings in the shelters.
Please let us know in advance if you have food allergies.
Please let us know in advance if you have food allergies.
Management
Each walking tour is led by a state-certified guide (trisse), a specialist in walking. Knowledge of the terrain and the environment, control of security and logistics, he will do everything possible to ensure that you make the most of your stay.
Management
Each walking tour is led by a state-certified guide (trisse), a specialist in walking. Knowledge of the terrain and the environment, control of security and logistics, he will do everything possible to ensure that you make the most of your stay.
Important information
The course of this program is indicative.
It may undergo modifications or adjustments, depending on technical criteria, safety requirements or the climatic conditions of the moment.
It may undergo modifications or adjustments, depending on technical criteria, safety requirements or the climatic conditions of the moment.
In this case, only those responsible for UCPA supervision are authorized to take the necessary decision (s).
PRACTICAL INFORMATION:
ATTENTION: bring cash for personal expenses and the bus from Nice to St Martin de Vésubie.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION:
ATTENTION: bring cash for personal expenses and the bus from Nice to St Martin de Vésubie.
Important information
The course of this program is indicative.
It may undergo modifications or adjustments, depending on technical criteria, safety requirements or the climatic conditions of the moment. In this case, only those responsible for UCPA supervision are authorized to take the necessary decision (s).
PRACTICAL INFORMATION:
ATTENTION: bring cash for personal expenses and the bus from Nice to St Martin de Vésubie.
It may undergo modifications or adjustments, depending on technical criteria, safety requirements or the climatic conditions of the moment. In this case, only those responsible for UCPA supervision are authorized to take the necessary decision (s).
PRACTICAL INFORMATION:
ATTENTION: bring cash for personal expenses and the bus from Nice to St Martin de Vésubie.
Health and formalities
Please let us know well in advance in case of allergies or other specific health conditions, or simply for a particular diet.
Health and formalities
Please let us know well in advance in case of allergies or other specific health conditions, or simply for a particular diet.
Hosting
Cottages in dormitories and bivouacs in tents for 4 people.
Hosting
Cottages in dormitories and bivouacs in tents for 4 people.
formalities
Please let us know well in advance in case of allergies or other specific health conditions, or simply for a particular diet.
formalities
Please let us know well in advance in case of allergies or other specific health conditions, or simply for a particular diet.