Orcières is a region in the Hautes-Alpes department of France, situated in the high Champsaur valley and bordering the Écrins National Park. This area features a significant altitude range, from 1170 meters to the 3117-meter summit of Grand Pinier, creating a diverse landscape of lush valleys and alpine peaks. The varied topography, along with picturesque lakes such as Lac des Estaris and Lac Long, provides a natural setting for several sports like hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, jogging, and more.
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221
hikers
9.90km
03:17
80m
870m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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61
hikers
13.2km
05:09
980m
980m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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718
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9.26km
02:57
370m
370m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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383
hikers
11.5km
03:48
540m
540m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3
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23.1km
03:04
1,200m
1,210m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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35.1km
03:40
1,010m
1,010m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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16.5km
02:24
1,000m
1,000m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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16.7km
02:24
930m
930m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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3
riders
39.6km
02:10
690m
690m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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111
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62.6km
03:03
850m
850m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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73
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30.8km
01:51
730m
730m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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27
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21.1km
01:23
630m
630m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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140
riders
57.6km
03:55
950m
950m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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22.3km
03:02
1,180m
1,170m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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51.6km
03:58
1,270m
1,270m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

29
riders
76.8km
05:40
1,650m
1,650m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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86
runners
24.9km
03:55
1,440m
1,450m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

55
runners
8.86km
01:10
350m
350m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
40.7km
06:17
2,260m
2,250m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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runners
7.41km
00:51
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.
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16
hikers
17.4km
08:47
1,510m
1,510m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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hikers
9.31km
04:16
760m
770m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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8.36km
03:14
400m
400m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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7
hikers
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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3
riders
24.4km
02:10
570m
570m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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23.2km
01:46
720m
720m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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34.4km
02:35
590m
590m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
24.6km
01:52
580m
580m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Orcières offers a diverse range of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, Touring cycling, Mountaineering, and Gravel biking. The region features more than 140 routes across these sports. These activities take place amidst varied natural landscapes.
Orcières is situated in the high Champsaur valley, bordering the Écrins National Park. The region's altitude ranges from 1170 meters to the 3117-meter summit of Grand Pinier. Several picturesque lakes, such as Lac des Estaris, Lac des Pisses, Lacs Jumeaux, and Lac Long, are also notable features.
Orcières is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 11,000 visitors having explored the region. Users have shared over 140 routes, which collectively hold an average rating of 4.68 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among outdoor enthusiasts.
Orcières provides abundant hiking opportunities suitable for various skill levels, from leisurely walks to challenging mountain treks. Routes extend into the Écrins National Park, offering diverse terrain. More details can be found in the Hiking around Orcières guide.
Orcières is a renowned cycling destination, featuring legendary climbs that have been part of the Tour de France. Cyclists can explore 11 FFC-approved circuits through the Champsaur valley, offering a wide range of difficulties. The Road Cycling Routes around Orcières guide provides further information.
Orcières is an ideal location for mountain biking, featuring a dedicated bike park and pristine singletrack. The natural environment provides varied terrain suitable for all levels of mountain biking. For more information, consult the MTB Trails around Orcières guide.
The numerous hiking paths and less technical cycling routes in Orcières provide excellent opportunities for trail running and jogging. These routes offer a refreshing setting amidst alpine scenery. The Running Trails around Orcières guide can assist in finding suitable routes.
Orcières features several natural highlights, including the summit of Grand Pinier at 3117 meters (10,226 feet) and various picturesque lakes. Notable lakes include Lac des Estaris, Lac des Pisses, Lacs Jumeaux, and Lac Long. The region also borders the magnificent Écrins National Park.
Orcières offers diverse terrain and a range of activities suitable for families. Options include leisurely walks, such as the "Monde des 6 Lacs," and less technical cycling routes. The varied landscape ensures accessible outdoor experiences for different ages and abilities.
Komoot offers several guides for Orcières, including Hiking around Orcières, Road Cycling Routes around Orcières, and MTB Trails around Orcières. Other guides cover Running, Cycling, Mountain Hikes, and Gravel biking.
The official website for Orcières is www.orcieres.com. For direct inquiries, the Orcières Tourist Office can be reached by phone at +33 4 92 55 89 89.

