Presentation
[ Don't panic, it's natural! ]
Discover the Avance and Durance valleys on themed walks dedicated to understanding natural hazards.
Free, registration required.
From age 10.
Floods, forest fires, landslides... Discover the Avance and Durance valleys on themed walks dedicated to understanding natural hazards. These educational walks invite you to explore the visible traces of these phenomena over time and to learn how to protect yourself.
Head for the Crêtes du Laus to discover a landscape shaped by glaciers and torrents. Enjoy a unique panorama over the Avance valley, while observing the impact of landslides and torrential floods. A captivating hike to understand the power of nature and its influence on the landscape!
Progress on footpaths and forest tracks overlooking Notre-Dame-du-Laus.
Positive ascent: 350 m D+
Distance: 6km
In a loop
Estimated walking time 2h30
Length of outing 4h.
Difficulty: intermediate to difficult
Equipment required:
Hiking shoes or trainers
Rucksack
Water (1L to 1.5L per person)
Sunglasses
Sun cream
Hat/cap
A pair of walking sticks is recommended
Grain bar or snack
Personal medication (diabetes, asthma, allergies...)
Conditions
Nombre of participants: from 4 people up to 15 people.
Children aged 10 and over.
Meet up at 8am at the meeting point.
Think about car-pooling!
Lunch is not included in this half-day trip.
The guide reserves the right to modify or cancel the hike depending on weather, terrain or participants. This programme is indicative and may be modified by your guide to adapt to weather conditions.
Opening period
Wednesday 23 July 2025 between 8 am and 12 pm.
Wednesday 13 August 2025 between 8 am and 12 pm.
Rates
Free of charge.