The trip

LEVEL **

Average level
Average positive altitude difference: 800 m per day
Average duration of the stages: 5.5 hours per day
Special difficulties: none
On varied trails and easy medium mountain terrain
Maximum altitude of accommodation: between 600 m
Maximum crossing altitude: 600m

This trip requires you to be in good general shape. To prepare, we recommend regular walking, jogging, cycling or another sport. Your physical preparation will make your stay easier and help you enjoy it all the more. 
Please find the description of the levels by clicking here: levels of difficulty

The roadbook provides sufficient information on the itinerary of your hike. However, it is essential to be able to read an IGN 1:25,000 map and to be sufficiently autonomous in the mountains to be able to tackle the itinerary with confidence, whatever the weather (fog, snow, etc.). Guiding is not included in the self-guided package. You will be crossing areas with no telephone network. For your own safety, you may wish to bring along a radio of the latest generation telephone with satellite connection.

This trip is organised in collaboration with our local partners, who are as committed as we are to providing you with an authentic experience.

ROAD BOOK

Your road book will be sent to you by post on receipt of payment of the balance of your stay. It includes :

- A route book,
- A set of IGN maps,
- A itinerary sheet with a list of accommodations,
- Luggage tags, if you have booked this option,
- Access to the digital application downloadable onto your smartphone.

For all bookings made less than 3 weeks before departure, paper travel documents cannot be sent. Only the digital version will be made available.

ACCOMODATION

COMFORT: in a gîte, auberge or hotel. Double or twin rooms according to your choice and availability. Private bathroom, bed linen and towels provided.

MEALS

Breakfast and dinner are provided in each accommodation. The food is hearty, adapted to the needs of hikers and often made from local produce. Picnics are not included and can be booked as an optional extra. Otherwise, you can stock up in small local shops. 

Please inform us about your food allergies and special diets at the time of booking.
We do our best to accommodate special diets (gluten-free, vegetarian, etc.). However, we encourage you to bring some additional products for your own picnics.

INTERNAL TRANSFERS

No transfers, except on day 3 between Laragne and Châteauneuf de Chabre (approx. 10 mins). 

Practical information

ACCESS TO THE STARTING POINT

In Serres before 10am, your bags will be collected from the Tourist Office. 

BY TRAIN
The nearest station is Serres.
Please consult the SNCF when you register.

BY CAR 
In order to plan your journey, we recommend that you obtain information about your itinerary from the various websites: www.viamichelin.fr www.mappy.fr.

END OF THE STAY

In Serres on the last day.

INSURANCE

In accordance with regulations, we are covered by Professional Liability Insurance. Under no circumstances, we can replace your personal civil liability.
The repatriation insurance EUROP ASSISTANCE that we offer is dedicated to French speaking people living in Europe. If it is not your case, we advise you to subscribe to another travel insurance which will cover you in case of injury and repatriation during your trek.

If you chose to take out repatriation insurance with EUROP ASSISTANCE whom we propose, Altitude Mont Blanc will only serve as an intermediary between the client and the insurer. We cannot influence either party. We adhere to strict conditions of sale. You are responsible for compliance with the reporting procedures of any incident.

Before making any decision, contact EUROP ASSISTANCE.

CONTACT US

If you are late please let us know as soon as possible : +33 (0)4 50 79 09 16 or +33 (0)6 42 49 76 07

Equipment & luggage

EQUIPMENT LIST

Clothing

• Walking trousers
• Shorts (Bikini/swimsuit, just in case!)
• Breathable or merino wool t-shirts
• Breathable or merino wool leggings
• Fleece or jumper
• Wind stopper or Goretex jacket
• Waterproof poncho + gaiters or Goretex trousers + waterproof rucksack cover
• Pair of gloves and a warm hat
• Sun hat or baseball cap
• Walking socks (1 pair per day)
• Sturdy walking boots with a good sole, already broken in
• 1 change of clothes for the evening
• A pair of comfortable shoes for the evening

Other Equipment

• Toilet bag
• Quick drying towel
• Sunglasses and sun cream
• Water bottle or Camelback (1.5 litre minimum)
• Knife, fork and spoon
• Plastic lunch box/plate for your picnic lunches
• Plastic cup for coffee
• Small First Aid kit (antihistamine, ibuprofen, Compeed type blister pads...)
• Survival blanket
• Head torch or hand torch
• Two adjustable and highly walking poles 
• Identity card or passport

BACKPACK

Bring a comfortable backpack of 30 to 40 litres for your personal belongings for the day (warm clothes, waterproofs, water, plate and cutlery for your picnic, sunscreen and your identity papers) and please keep a little room to carry a picnic and snacks.

LUGGAGE TRANSPORT

You are allowed 1 soft, sports type bag, with all your possessions inside, of 12kg maximum per person. Your baggage will be transported daily between accommodation by our logistics vehicle where access is not always easy.
Baggage which is too heavy won't be accepted by the drivers, please think of their backs!