Le Col Lebraut
Chorges

Le Col Lebraut

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In 2017, during stage 19, the Col Lebraut witnessed the passage of the Tour de France. Now it's your turn to climb it!
The tipping point between the Gapençais and the Durance valley, the Col Lebraut is a veritable lookout point over Lake Serre-Ponçon. Following a series of small roads that are as discreet as they are panoramic, the route you take will allow you to fully appreciate the area. But be prepared to push yourself to the limit to overcome the difficulties of this route. Your satisfaction will be all the sweeter!

1 point of interest

  • Water

    Addos mountain stream

    The Addos mountain stream (torrent in French) is 4 kilometres long. A mountain stream is a natural water course located in the mountains. The flow regime is characterised by a steep gradient, with a very fast and therefore turbulent water flow producing significant erosion. It is also defined by a significant variation in flow rate depending on precipitation levels. In this mountain stream, as in many others, numerous small sills (small dams) have been created to slow down the water flow and limit the impact of floods.

Description

  1. From Chorges station, follow the railway line then cross it, heading for Montgardin. The road rises slowly and the hamlet of Montgardin comes into view. At the crossroads, take the left fork and follow the road to Champ Peyron.
  2. Continue on the main road and cross the Jacques and its well-cleared plateau, with a very fine view of various mountain ranges. At the next crossroads, turn right towards the hamlet of le Fein. The slope steepens as you approach the forest.
  3. Now cross through the undergrowth, on a sometimes tricky surface, then rejoin the D3 at the Col Lebraut (make a quick round trip to admire the view of the lake and the surrounding mountains).
  4. Now descend towards Chorges, enjoying the scenery. Pass under the N94 and, 200 m further on, turn left to return to the station car park.
  • Departure : Station car park, Chorges
  • Arrival : Station car park, Chorges
  • Towns crossed : Chorges, Montgardin, and Rousset

Altimetric profile

Information desks

Tourist office Chorges

Grand rue, 05230 Chorges

https://www.serreponcon.comchorges@serreponcon-tourisme.com0492506425

October to may : Monday to Saturday, 9.00 - 12.30 & 13.30 - 17.00.
April, may, june & september : Monday to Saturday, 9.00 - 12.30 & 14.30 - 18.00
July and August : Monday to Saturday, 9:00 – 12.30 & 14.30 – 19.00 Sunday 9.30 – 12.30

Closed on Thursdays outside French holidays’ periods
Closed on French national holidays, except 14th of July and 15th of August

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Transport

From Gap:
  • Zou! Network : Line 69 / Frequency : Every 4 hours

Route 530 / Frequency 2 times daily

From Embrun:
  • Zou! network : Line 69 / Frequency : Every 4 hours
More information: https://zou.maregionsud.fr

SNCF : TER

More info: https://www.sncf-connect.com

Access and parking

Follow the N94 from Gap or Embrun towards Briançon then Châteauroux-les-Alpes.

Parking :

Station car park, Chorges.

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