Ecrins National Parks boasts some of the best mountain scenery in all of France, and that’s saying quite something. From the top of one of the national park’s various mountain peaks, expect immaculate views of the surrounding valleys and glaciers as well as views out over some of the Alps’ most iconic mountains, including Mont Blanc.

Climb La Meije

The last major French mountain to be summited presents an incredible challenge for intermediate and advanced-level mountaineers. Well-known in mountaineering circles for the fact that there is no easy way to the top, La Meije combines glacier trekking and rock climbing for quite the adventure. Views from the top are simply sublime as well, with great views out over the rest of the massif.

Come for the culture

When you are not out on mountain slopes, take some time to enjoy the area;’s distinct culture. French mountain towns differ substantially from major metropolitan areas. Take in the unique alpine architecture of the chalets and other buildings. Enjoy incredible local cuisine and finish off the day by sampling some superb French wine.

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Boasting more than 45 mountain peaks, the Ecrins massif is a veritable playground for avid mountain climbers.

Aside from La Meije, ascents of many other peaks are also incredibly popular. Among the top destinations are Barre des Écrins (4,102 meters) and Ailefroide (3,954 meters), which are the highest and third highest peaks on the massif, respectively.

Both of these mountains offer excellent two day challenges for intermediate moutnaineers, making them perfect for a weekend trip. They also boast incredible scenery as well as the options to climb over rock, glacier and ice, depending on the route.

Outside of the summer season, the Ecrins are also a popular destination for climbers wanting to try out winter mountaineering.

Good to Know

What’s the weather like?

During the summer, average daily temperatures in the park range from 15 ºC to 20 ºC, with temperatures often below freezing at the top of the mountains. Summer is also fairly dry, but thunderstorms can occur quickly.

How to get there:

Any trip to Ecrins National Park likely begins with a flight into Alpes–Isère Airport (GNB) in Grenoble. From here, the park can be reached in about one hour by car and a bit longer by bus.

Language:

French

Country Code:

+33

Currency:

Euro

Best time to climb:

June to September

What People are Saying

2 reviews

Je travaille avec Marion depuis 4ans sur l’encadrement du groupe d’alpinisme au féminin GAF74 du Comité départemental des clubs alpins et de montagne de Haute Savoie. Les membres du GAF74 sont toujours heureuse de pouvoir être encadré par une guide telle que Marion, une femme qui a su ouvrir les portes de certaines formation de la montagne aux femmes. Un vrai exemple qu’elles sont heureuses de suivre et dont elles sont fières de s’inspirer grâce à ces journées de formation. Tanya NAVILLE coordinatrice des groupes d’alpinisme au féminin de la FFCAM : GFHM et GAF74

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Tanya Naville

Quentin is simply an awesome guide. It was one of my first climbing experiences and Quentin helped me feel safe. He is very professional and knows how to manage groups of people. Despite the changes in our project, Quentin always tried to accomodate the best options for the group. His experience and knowledge of the mountain gave confidence to each group member. The fact that he is both physiotherapist and guide is a great advantage, regarding physical preparation and stretching for example. Thanks Quentin! And see you next year on top of the Mont-Blanc!

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Jonathan

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