Col de Maronne - Walk from Auris-en-Oisans resort
An easy-access walk to admire the heights of the Auris-en-Oisans resort. Enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding peaks. A great way to warm up!
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ITINERARY
With no technical difficulties and a gradual elevation gain, this hike is suitable for families.
You’ll follow a pastoral trail that leads to the Col de Sarenne, passing by a picnic and barbecue area complete with a zip line for the kids!
Once you reach the pass, you’ll enjoy views of Alpe d’Huez, the Grandes Rousses and Belledonne mountain ranges on one side, and the resort and the Écrins massif on the other.
The return trip can be made via a steep trail that cuts through the meadow and takes you back to the resort, or by retracing your steps.
Route details
From the tourist office, head toward the Vacancéole resort, which borders the Route du Col. As you continue along this road, you’ll come to a vehicle-accessible trail. Along the way, you’ll find a picnic area with a barbecue and a zip line for children.
The Col de Maronne is marked by the intersection of several trails. Once you arrive, you can admire the view of the Uissans peaks. You can then head back down toward the resort via the small trail on your left or retrace your steps.
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Pets welcome,
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Drinking water
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Free car park,
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Parking nearby,
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Car park,
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Public WC,
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Play area,
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Picnic area,
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Barbecue
Opening
From 01/05 to 31/10 daily.
The periods during which the trails are accessible vary from year to year depending on snow cover and weather conditions. In addition, trail conditions can change rapidly after a weather event and are not checked daily. If you encounter a damaged or dangerous section, turn back and report it to the tourist office.
Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.
More details
Not accessible in a wheelchair
Informations to download
Tips
Keep an eye out: throughout the hike, you may come across marmots, especially early in the morning or at dusk... Just be careful not to startle them!
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Latitude : 45.055646
Longitude : 6.078542
Height : 1600
38142 Auris-en-Oisans
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Information updated on 24/08/2026
by Oisans Tourisme
