Le Rafour, loop hike from Bourg d'Oisans
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A perfect walk for families

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Le Bourg-d'Oisans (38)
  • Distance 16.45 km
  • Elevation gain 160 m
  • Elevation lost 160 m
  • Min. elevation 689 m
  • Max. elevation. 760 m
  • Duration (depending on pace) 3h30
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This walk follows a pretty forest track along the Romanche river, allowing you to discover the gentle, wooded landscapes of Bourg d'Oisans.
The gradient is almost non-existent. Return via the greenway.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
Start: Place du Cristal - Bourg-d'Oisans
Round trip time: 3h20
Distance: 17.8 km
Difference in altitude: 87 m
Level : Easy

ITINERARY
From Place du Cristal, follow the road towards Alpe d'Huez.

When you reach the foot of the climb, turn left towards Bassey/Les Essoulieux.

Continue along the road until you see the signs for Le Rafour on a path. You'll pass through the forest of the ESN du Marais de Vieil Morte before arriving at Le Rafour.

Follow the D44 towards Bourg d'Oisans to find the Voie Verte (just before the red bridge), then take the Voie Verte back to Bourg d'Oisans (asphalt road along the Romanche river).


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Information updated on 2026-03-11 by Oisans Tourisme

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