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Hiking : Refuge d'Hurtières

France Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Isère La Sure en Chartreuse

This hiking route takes you through the beautiful area surrounding Refuge d'Hurtières. The trail has a total distance of 9.149 kilometers and an elevation gain of 765 meters, making it a moderately challenging hike. It is an out-and-back route, starting at Parking des Trois Fontaines and leading to the Refuge d'Hurtières.

As you begin your hike, you'll pass by Les Trois Fontaines, a natural spring located right at the start. Be sure to fill up your water bottle here before continuing on. As you make your way along the trail, you'll come across La Combe des Veaux and Velouse, two points of interest with informational signage to learn more about the area.

Further along the route, you'll reach the informative stops at Hurtières and L'Infernet, where you can take a moment to read up on the history and significance of these locations. Along the way, you'll also find benches and viewpoints like the one at 1 kilometer mark, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

Finally, you'll arrive at the destination point, Refuge d'Hurtières, where you can take a well-deserved rest and enjoy the accommodations provided. From there, you can either return along the same route or explore other nearby trails.

Before embarking on this hike, make sure to bring plenty of water, wear appropriate hiking gear, and check the weather forecast. Enjoy the breathtaking views and natural beauty along this rewarding hiking route.