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Hiking : Cascade du Cimet

France Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Alpes-de-Haute-Provence

This hiking route takes you through a beautiful area with stunning views and challenging terrain. The route is 14.698 kilometers long and has an elevation gain of 669 meters, making it extremely difficult. It is estimated to take about 5 hours to complete.

The hike starts at a parking area, located right at the beginning of the trail. As you make your way along the path, you will come across an information point called "Le Brec" about 0.33 kilometers from the start, providing interesting insights about the area.

About 7.35 kilometers into the hike, you will reach the main attraction of the route, the "Cascade du Cimet" viewpoint. Here, you can admire the breathtaking waterfall and take in the surrounding natural beauty.

Continuing on, at the same point as the Cascade du Cimet, there is a waterfall called "Cabanes du Talon," which is a non-guardeed wilderness hut providing shelter for hikers. Further along at a distance of 6.02 kilometers from the start, you will find another wilderness hut called "Cabanes du Talon."

Halfway back on the return journey, at 0.15 kilometers from the start, you will encounter the information point "La Cluite," offering more insights into the local area.

As this is an extremely difficult hike, it is important to come prepared. Make sure to bring plenty of water, snacks, and appropriate hiking gear. Check the weather forecast before embarking on this adventure to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Enjoy the natural beauty and challenge of this trail!