Canal Trail in Puy-Saint-Vincent
A short outing of about 3.7 km through Ecrins and Oisans, with the main interest in alpine valleys, huts, passes and glacier views.
- Distance
- 3.7 km
- Time
- 1 h 47 min
- Elevation gain
- 298 m
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- One-day
- Category
- Hiking
Route at a glance
The route is a linear itinerary of about 3.7 km in Ecrins and Oisans. The elevation range is roughly 1477-1611 m. The main reference points are Bourg-d'Oisans, La Grave, Ecrins National Park, which help with orientation at the start, along the route and near the finish.
The short distance leaves time for slow walking, viewpoints and photos, but footwear and weather still matter after rain or snow.
Route suitability
Without a car
Hard
With children
With caution
With a dog
With caution
By bike
No
With a stroller
No
Signal
Patchy
Information status
Page status
Проверенный маршрут
When checked
Not specified
How it was checked
По данным трека
Editorial review
Reviewed by editors
Getting there
Without a car
Travel by train and bus toward Grenoble, Bourg-d'Oisans or La Grave, then use local buses or taxis to the valley.
By car
Drive to the valley village, hut approach or official trailhead. Linear routes need a return plan.
Parking
Use village parking, hut approach parking and official trailhead spaces. In high season arrive early.
What to expect
Canal Trail in Puy-Saint-Vincent
Bourg-d'Oisans
La Grave
Ecrins National Park
alpine valleys
Difficult sections and safety
Mountain weather can change quickly near Bourg-d'Oisans. Wet stones, snow patches and steep descents require a calm pace and footwear with good grip.
How much time to allow
Short walk
1-2 h
With stops and photos
2-3 h
Best time to go
The best window around Bourg-d'Oisans is usually late spring to early autumn
In the mountains, weather can change within an hour
In shoulder seasons, check snow, storms and local restrictions
What to bring
comfortable broken-in shoes
water and snacks
windbreaker or rain jacket
charged phone
offline map
small first-aid kit
Route markers
0
Elevation profile
There is no elevation data in the track for the chart.
Surface
Asphalt 100%
Surface is defined for 0.02 km of 3.68 km.
Asphalt
100% · 0.02 km
Route photos
9 photos
FAQ
Questions before the trip
Can I do this route without a car?
Travel by train and bus toward Grenoble, Bourg-d'Oisans or La Grave, then use local buses or taxis to the valley
Is this route suitable for children?
Possible with caution: review the surface, difficult sections, and extra time for stops in advance.
Can I download GPX and KML?
Yes, GPX and KML are available on the route page. Open the map, download the file, and use it in a navigator before your trip; key route facts: 3.7 km, moderate.
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