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Venosc Tourist Office - Les 2 Alpes
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The tourist office is located next to the Venosc gondola, along the road connecting Le Bourg d'Oisans to Saint Christophe en Oisans / La Bérarde.
In summer like winter we offer a varied entertainment program: shows, craft market, fairground arts, there is something for everyone
Every Monday during the summer season and Tuesdays in winter, we offer a guided tour of the village and its surroundings, lasting approximately 2 hours.
In the office we have set up an exhibition on bees.
At your disposal you will find various brochures on our valley.
Hiking maps for sale for 2 € as well as guides on wildlife and walks in the Ecrins National Park

Period of opening : From 18/12/2021 to 01/05/2022
Opening hours daily between 9 am and 12.30 pm and between 2 pm and 5.30 pm.

Good plans : You can rent a baby carrier during opening hours. Free Wi-Fi. Fishing licenses.

Area : Oisans
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2 ALPES TOURIST OFFICE
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This vibrant, sporty and fashionable international ski resort is among the biggest and most famous in the world in winter and in summer !
Our whole team is available to help you prepare your holiday in Les 2 Alpes.
Advice on accommodation, organising your week's holiday or simply finding out more about the resort’s activities and entertainment; don’t hesitate to visit the Tourist Office’s holiday advisors.

Two other information points are also open in the resort during the season, one at the entrance of the resort and the other on the Place de Venosc at the end of the resort.

Period of opening : From 20/06 to 29/08, daily.

From 28/11 to 24/04, daily between 8.30 am and 6.30 pm.

Area : Oisans
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Tourist office of St-Christophe-en-Oisans - La Bérarde
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Located in the heart of the Ecrins National Park, the village of St Christophe en Oisans has a remarkable natural heritage. Each valley is original and offers magnificent views of the mythical summits such as La Meije, Les Écrins or La Dibona.
Many leisure activities are available in summer (hiking, glacier hiking, mountaineering, via-ferrata, white water, fishing...) as well as in winter (ice climbing, ski touring, off-piste skiing from Les 2 Alpes...).

Period of opening : Two information offices are at your service in the town:

- all year round in St Christophe:
* From June 1 to September 30, every day:
¤ June & September: from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. & from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
¤ July & August: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

* During school holidays, from Sunday to Friday:
¤ from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

* Outside these periods, permanence during the week:
¤ by email, phone or by appointment.

- in Summer at La Bérarde:
* from June 1 to mid-June: weekends from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. & from 2:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.
* from mid-June to the end of June: every day from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. & from 2:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.
* July & August: every day from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. & from 3:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
* 1st to mid-September: every day from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. & from 2:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.
* from mid-September to the end of September: weekends from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. & from 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Area : Oisans
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Tourist office of La Bérarde
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Located in the heart of the Ecrins National Park, the village of St Christophe en Oisans has a remarkable natural heritage. Each valley is original and offers magnificent views of the mythical summits such as La Meije, Les Écrins or La Dibona.
Many leisure available: hiking, glacier trekking, mountaineering, via ferrata, rafting, fishing.

Period of opening : OOPEN IN SUMMER TO LA BERARDE:
* from June 1 to mid-June: weekends from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. & from 2:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.
* from mid-June to the end of June: every day from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. & from 2:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.
* July & August: every day from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. & from 3:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
* 1st to mid-September: every day from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. & from 2:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.
* from mid-September to the end of September: weekends from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. & from 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.

The rest of the year there is a mail and telephone service at the St Christophe village information office.

Area : Oisans
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La Muzelle Hut
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Hut (2130 m) guarded daily from mid-June to the first weekend of October and on weekends from late May. 68 places available when guarded, 9 seats during unguarded.
Access in 4 hours from l'Alleau parking (934 m) in Venosc. From this Hamlet, take direction "Refuge de la Muzelle" after the small bridge. Follow the winding path leading to the ruins of Pleney. The path continues near the torrent until "Clot du Stella". Cross the bridge and follow "Ardoisières", then "Les marches" before you arrive at the lake. . IGN: AND 3336. Trail No. 509 OBP.

Period of opening : From 26/05 to 16/06, every Saturday and Sunday.

From 17/06 to 30/09/2022, daily.

Good plans : Facilities during unguarded season: dishes, blankets, mattresses, but BE CAREFUL no stove !
Access : The refuge is located on the shores of Lake Muzelle

Area : Oisans
Website Pdf file Mountain hut recommendations - Summer 2020
Mountain hut l'Alpe du Pin
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The Alpe du Pin is a lesser-known hut that fills your heart with cheer, clears your mind... and exercises your calf muscles! You can count on a warm welcome and great food provided by the wardens, Carine and Judith.
The refuge is situated on a magnificent belvedere. It's a steady, but beautiful climb up to the hut, through unspoilt natural surroundings.
Activities around the hut include further hikes, such as to the Lac de Mariande, the Lac de Salude and the Col de Mariande.
There are also mountaineering opportunities, including the Tête de Lauranoure, the Col de la Haute Pisse...and rock-climbing with great routes such as the Pierroux and the Cascade.
The hut was built in 1947 and has kept its modest origins through the decades, although it has made reasonable adjustments to meet the level of comfort expected today.
A range of snacks is available throughout the day.

Period of opening : From 05/06 to 26/09.

Prices : Night: 14 to 17 €
Child rate per night: 14 €
Breakfast: 6.50 to 7.50 €
Dinner: 15 to 18 €
Half board (pp): 43 €
Half-board (child): 35.50 to 39.50 €
Group rate per night: 15 €
Picnic to take away: 11 €.

Free entry for subscribers.

Free accommodation for children under 5.

Out of season: 10 € / night / person, to hand in La Cordée.

Tax not included.

Good plans : As you climb, take a break to read the story.
Events are scheduled at the hut throughout the summer season in the daytime or in the evening and include various activities for children.
Access : The hut is a 1 1/2 hour walk up from Les Granges, a hamlet located below Saint-Christophe-en-Oisans.
It is not inside the National Park, so dogs are permitted on a leash.

Area : Oisans
Mountain hut recommendations - Summer 2020
Refuge de la Selle
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The Vallon de la Selle is dominated by this stunning refuge which offers panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. Whether you are a mountaineer, a climber or a hill walker, you will always find a hearty welcome at the hut.
Le refuge est situé au bout du Vallon du Diable, un site minéral absolument grandiose. Depuis 1878, une fois arrivé là-haut, place à la détente : apéro au soleil couchant, parties de cartes entre compagnons d'un soir et bons petits plats. Idéal pour préparer la course du lendemain en toute quiétude !

ETE :
Restauration à toute heure. Desserts maison.
A faire depuis le refuge : Alpinisme, escalade, randonnée
Réservation fortement conseillée

HIVER
Hors pistes depuis la Grave et les Deux Alpes
Cascades de glaces dans le vallon
L'ancien refuge fait office de "refuge d'hiver" en dehors de la saison de gardiennage : 12 places avec couvertures en laine, un peu de vaisselle, pas d'eau, pas de gaz, pas de chauffage ni électricité ni wc.
Merci de laisser cet endroit propre, de redescendre vos déchets, et de bien refermer fenêtres et porte ! Si problème merci de prévenir rapidement la gardienne au 06.03.49.39.98 !

PRINTEMPS
ski de randonnée

Period of opening : From 11/06 to 11/09, daily.

From 02/04 to 08/05/2022, daily.

Prices : From 02/04 to 08/05/2022
Night: 10 €.

From 11/06 to 11/09/2022
Night: 21 €
Child rate per night: 11 €
Half board (pp): 49 €
Half-board (child): 39 €.


Tax not included.
Access : 3 1/2 hr walk from the hamlet called Les Prés just above Saint-Christophe-en-Oisans.
The hut faces the Glacier de la Selle and is located at the foot of the Râteau.
Some sections of the footpath to the hut are inside the park; dogs are NOT permitted.

Area : Oisans
Website Pdf file Mountain hut recommendations - Summer 2020
Hut of Temple Ecrins
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This refuge is in the heart of the Ecrins National Park, a grandiose and wild environment. In the bottom of the valley of Vénéon, easily accessible since La Bérarde it offers a panorama on the glacier of the Pilatte and the most prestigious summits of the Ecrins
The mountain hut of Temple Ecrins was completely renovated in 2018. Bright and warm, the refuge is now equipped with showers. The beds consist of modules for 1 to 3 people and fitted with duvets. Bright and warm, the refuge is now equipped with showers. A wood stove allows you to spend pleasant evenings by the fireplace, while enjoying generous homemade meals. The large window of the dining room offers a breathtaking view of the typical Alpine landscapes of Oisans.

Period of opening : From 04/06 to 09/09, daily.

From 11/09 to 25/09, every Saturday and Sunday.

From 26/09 to 03/06, daily.

Prices : From 04/06 to 09/09/2022
Night: 12 to 24 €
Child rate per night : 13.20 €
CAF member rate per night: 6 to 12 €
Breakfast: 9 €
Dinner: 20 €
Half board (pp): 37.10 to 53.60 €
Half-board (child) : 18 €
Shower: 3 €
Picnic to take away: 12 €.

From 11/09 to 25/09/2022
Night: 12 to 24 €
Child rate per night : 13.20 €
CAF member rate per night: 6 to 12 €
Breakfast: 9 €
Dinner: 20 €
Half board (pp): 37.10 to 53.60 €
Half-board (child) : 18 €
Shower: 3 €
Picnic to take away: 12 €.

From 26/09/2022 to 03/06/2023
Night: 8 €
Child rate per night : 8 €
CAF member rate per night: 8 €.

Free entry for children < 8 years.
Child entry valid for 0 - 8 years.
Group rate available for > 9 people.

Free accommodation for children under 8.
Tariff available at https://refugetempleecrins.ffcam.fr/tarifs.html and https://refugetempleecrins.ffcam.fr/tarifs-demi-pension.html

Excluding guarded period, single price of 8€ to be paid in the trunk or by check to the Comité FFCAM Isère, 7 rue de l'Industrie, 38320 Eybens.

Tax not included.
Access : Located in an alpine meadow populated with chamois and marmots.
Access only on foot in 2:45 easy walk from the Bérarde. The path climbs gently down the Pilatte valley along the Vénéon. After having passed the plan of the Carrelet, it winds through a forest of pine trees that are left around 2200 m to gain a foothold in the alpine lawn.
In the Ecrins National Park, prohibited dogs even on a leash.

Area : Oisans
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Le Promontoire mountain hut
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The Promontoire hut embodies all the characteristics we think of when we hear the word "refuge". Clinging to the approach ridge of La Meije, the refuge juts out like the bow of a ship perched on a wave of rock. Although a hut catering primarily for mountaineers, it is also a wonderful destination for experienced hikers.
The Promontoire hut is the refuge for those tackling routes on La Meije, such as Brèche de la Meije or the full Meije traverse to the Refuge de l'Aigle. The climbing begins as soon as you step outside, with breathtaking views of the Vallon des Etançons.

Period of opening : From 26/03 to 08/05, daily.

From 09/05 to 03/06, daily.

From 04/06 to 04/09, daily.

From 05/09 to 25/03, daily.

Dates to be confirmed. Subject to snow conditions. Canceled or closed.

Prices : From 05/09/2021 to 25/03/2022
Night: 8 €
Child rate per night : 8 €
CAF member rate per night: 8 €
Group rate per night: 8 €.

From 26/03 to 08/05/2022
Night: 17 to 32 €
Child rate per night : 18.50 to 26 €
CAF member rate per night: 9.50 to 17 €
Half board (pp): 50.50 to 64 €
Half-board (child) : 40.50 €
Group rate per night: from 26 €
Picnic to take away: 10 €
Tourist taxes: 0.80 €.

From 09/05 to 03/06/2022
Night: 8 €
Child rate per night : 8 €
CAF member rate per night: 8 €
Group rate per night: 8 €.

From 04/06 to 04/09/2022
Night: 15 to 30 €
Child rate per night : 16.50 to 24 €
CAF member rate per night: 7.50 to 15 €
Half board (pp): 48.50 to 62 €
Half-board (child) : 38.50 €
Group rate per night: from 24 €
Picnic to take away: 10 €
Tourist taxes: 0.80 €.

Free entry for children < 8 years.
Child entry valid for 8 - 12 years.
Group rate available for > 9 people.

Tariff and discounts available at http://refugedupromontoire.ffcam.fr/tarifs.html.

Tax not included.
Access : Public transport: By train to Grenoble train station - Coach services from Grenoble coach station to Bourg d'Oisans: 3000 service to Bourg d'Oisans via Vizille or 3030 service to Les Deux Alpes via Bourg d'Oisans. Information and timetables available at www.transisere.fr or by phone (0 820 08 38 38).

From La Bérarde: (Height gain 1380 m, duration 5h)
Walk up to the Refuge du Châtelleret (2h). From Le Châtelleret, carry on up the Étançons valley, crossing the moraines of the ancient glacier. At 2900m, you have two options:
- either the standard, easier route, going east (left uphill) to reach the foot of the glacier then going west (right) along the glacier but without walking on it, until you reach the hut. There are numerous cairns marking the way. At the beginning of the season, snow remains at the top of the ascent to the hut.
- or by a more alpine route (climbing gear essential) by climbing straight up the Promontoire ridge, which is fitted with a via-ferrata type cable.

From La Grave: (Height gain 1110 m, duration 4h30, Rating PD 3b ll P4)
By the Brèche de la Meije, north side, via the Enfetchores (hiking guide and map essential).
After the climb up to the Enfetchores, carry on to the Meije gap (3357m) then go down the south face to the Promontoire hut (belay points and abseils re-equipped in 2011).

Area : Oisans
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Mountain hut le Soreiller
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Marielle and Quentin will be delighted to welcome you to the Soreiller hut, nestled at an altitude of 2720 m at the foot of the Aiguille Dibona, an extraordinary granite sculpture on the Oisans skyline.
After your climb up to the hut, you can enjoy food at any time of the day, especially the homemade desserts! Take advantage of the sunny terrace and deckchairs to relax and admire the outstanding view of the Etages valley.
The hut is a starting point for many climbing routes.
Le Soreiller sleeps 74 in a range of dormitories:
In winter, there is a single 20-person dormitory open.

Period of opening : From 04/06 to 08/10.

Prices : Night: 20 €
Child rate per night (18 years): 10 €
CAF member rate per night: 16 €
Breakfast: 8 €
Dinner: 21 €
Half board (pp): 52 €
Group rate per night: 16 €
Shower: 2 €
Picnic to take away: 10 €.

Group rate available for > 8 people.

Tax not included.

Good plans : Experienced walkers can walk to the hut by the Montagne d'en Bas path before descending by the normal path to complete a satisfying circuit.
Access : 3 hr walk from Les Etages.
As it is not inside the National Park, dogs are allowed on leash but must be kept under control since many flocks of sheep graze in the area.

Area : Oisans
Website Mountain hut recommendations - Summer 2020
Refuge du Châtelleret
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The Vallon of Etançons is a mecca for ski touring enthusiasts. There are routes perfect both for beginners and those looking for a higher Alpine experience.
Some skiers enjoy day trips out, returning to the hut, whilst others stay for a night on the Tour de la Meije. The wardens are able to accompany you on your ski tours. Hikers can also enjoy the valley by snowshoeing up to the hut, either as a day trip or staying overnight.

Accessible to families with children aged over 7.
Lunches served.

Period of opening : From 26/03 to 08/05, daily.

From 10/05 to 02/06/2022, daily.

From 04/06 to 05/06/2022, every Saturday and Sunday.

From 11/06 to 11/09/2022, daily.

Dates to be confirmed. Subject to snow conditions. Canceled or closed.

Prices : From 06/09 to 10/09/2021
Night: 8 €
Child rate per night : 8 €
CAF member rate per night: 8 €
Group rate per night: 8 €.

From 14/09/2021 to 23/03/2022
Night: 8 €
Child rate per night : 8 €
CAF member rate per night: 8 €
Group rate per night: 8 €.

From 26/03 to 08/05/2022
Night: 10.40 to 20.80 €
Child rate per night : 11.45 €
CAF member rate per night: 5.20 to 10.40 €
Breakfast: 8 €
Dinner: 20 €
Half board (pp): 36.45 to 48.80 €
Group rate per night: from 16.65 €
Picnic to take away: 10 €
Tourist taxes: 0.80 €.

From 10/05 to 02/06/2022
Night: 8 €
Child rate per night : 8 €
CAF member rate per night: 8 €
Group rate per night: 8 €.

From 04/06 to 05/06/2022
Night: 10.40 to 20.80 €
Child rate per night : 11.45 €
CAF member rate per night: 5.20 to 10.40 €
Breakfast: 8 €
Half board (pp): 36.45 to 48.80 €
Group rate per night: from 16.65 €
Picnic to take away: 10 €
Tourist taxes: 0.80 €.

From 11/06 to 11/09/2022
Night: 10.40 to 20.80 €
Child rate per night : 11.45 €
CAF member rate per night: 5.20 to 10.40 €
Breakfast: 8 €
Half board (pp): 36.45 to 48.80 €
Group rate per night: from 16.65 €
Picnic to take away: 10 €
Tourist taxes: 0.80 €.

From 14/09/2022 to 23/03/2023
Night: 8 €
Child rate per night : 8 €
CAF member rate per night: 8 €
Group rate per night: 8 €.

Free entry for children < 8 years.
Child entry valid for 8 - 18 years.
Group rate available for > 9 people.

Tariff and discounts available at http://refugechatelleret.ffcam.fr/tarifs.html
Heating fee in addition winter.

Tax not included.
Access : An easy path leads to the hut in about 2 hrs and then continues towards Refuge du Promontoire.
This is the starting point for many mountaineering routes, including the Col and Tête du Replat and the Pic Nord des Cavales.
As the hut is inside the National Park; dogs are NOT permitted, even if they are on leash.

Area : Oisans
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Chalet Alpin de la Bérarde
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Located at the foot of La Meije and Les Ecrins, the Chalet Alpin de La Bérarde mountain lodge is set among one of the largest Alpine massifs, in the heart of the Ecrins National Park.
Many generations of mountaineers have visited the village of La Bérarde in the wake of Pierre Gaspard who made the first ascent of La Meije. This comfortable and cosy chalet is an integral part of this unique village. You can leave your car behind and indulge yourself in walking, climbing, skiing or just relaxing.

Period of opening : From 25/03 to 22/05, daily.

From 03/06 to 11/09, daily.

Dates to be confirmed. Canceled or closed.

Prices : From 25/03 to 22/05/2022 (High season)
Night: 19 €
Child rate per night : 15.20 €
CAF member rate per night: 7.60 to 13.30 €
Half board (pp): 43.70 to 47.50 €
Group rate per night: 9.50 to 15.20 €
Picnic to take away: 11 €
Tourist taxes: 0.80 €.

From 03/06 to 11/09/2022 (High season)
Night: 19 €
Child rate per night : 15.20 €
CAF member rate per night: 7.60 to 13.30 €
Half board (pp): 43.70 to 47.50 €
Group rate per night: 9.50 to 15.20 €
Picnic to take away: 11 €
Tourist taxes: 0.80 €.

Free entry for children < 3 years.
Child entry valid for 4 - 17 years.
Group rate available for > 9 people.

For information on tariff, discounts and bookings, please visit http://chaletlaberarde.ffcam.fr/tarifs.html

Spring season: 2€ additional heating per night.

Tax not included.

Good plans : Ideal base camp for climbing the big races of the Ecrins.
Access : Depending on snow conditions, the road may be closed to traffic in the winter between Champhorent and La Bérarde, and as a consequence, the hamlets of Les Etages and La Bérarde may not be accessible by car. The road opens towards the end of March when the Chalet de la Bérarde reopens for the ski-mountaineering season.

Area : Oisans
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Museum " mountaineering Memory"
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Located in the centre of Saint-Christophe, just a stone's throw from the moving cemetery where the famous mountain guides from La Bérarde and the Vénéon are buried, the Museum is a must-see for all mountain lovers.
In this high perched - and, some would say, somewhat remote - village, the museum focuses on the core subject of high-mountains. A 400m² exhibition area located in the heart of the mountains depicts the history of Alpine mountaineering, together with the strong emotions of this sport, synonymous with adventure and liberty.
Explore this high-altitude world via the adventures of the pioneering mountaineers and the early guides, such as Gaspard, the very first person to climb the Meije. Climb up onto these renowned peaks alongside the very first women mountaineers. Lastly, the temporary exhibition takes you on a trip inside the ice.
LABEL : The museum is a member of the "Route des Savoir-Faire de l'Oisans".

Period of opening : From 01/06 to 30/09, daily.
June and september: 10am - 12.30pm / 2pm - 6pm.
July and august: 9.30am - 12.30pm / 2.30pm - 6pm.

- Open during the school holidays:
Tuesdays from 2pm to 5pm
Thursdays from 2pm to 5pm

For the remainder of the year :
By appointment

Prices : Full price: 3 €
Group adults: 2.50 €.

Free entry for children < 18 years, Job-seeker, disabled people.
Group rate available for > 10 people.

Good plans : Visit and afternoon tea every Thursday during school holidays in July and August.

Area : Oisans
Website Pdf file
Exhibition area - Maison de la Montagne
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The exhibition space of the Maison de la Montagne, within the media library of Les 2 Alpes, offers you exhibitions on various themes: natural heritage with its fauna and flora, cultural or artistic treasures of our mountain country.
It is in an open and playful environment that you will be able to discover all the richness of our Oisans mountains.

Period of opening : From 01/05 to 02/07/2022, every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday between 3 pm and 6.30 pm.

From 05/07 to 28/08, every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
- Monday: From 2pm to 6.30pm
- Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: From 10am to 12am and 3pm to 6.30pm
- Friday: From 10am to 12pm.

From 04/12 to 30/04, every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Prices : Free of charge.

Area : Oisans
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