Starting in Saint Dalmas le Selvage, you will use the Gialorgue track on 5km to reach the Gialorgue pass that you will reach through narrow tracks on the second part of the climb. Arrived at the pass, you will start the descent till Estenc hamlet (1800m) where you will find some water before climbing again till the Sanguinière pass running through the state forest of the sources of the Var. You will then reach the Colombart pass (2539m) after running through the Cime Plate pass (2728m) and the Moutière pass (2438m). A mountain crossing along the Cretes Blanches will take you then to the Colombière pass (2307m), last pass before starting the descent by a nice route through the village.
- Distance 48.39 km
- Elevation gain 2470 m
- Elevation lost 2470 m
- Min. elevation 1482 m
- Max. elevation. 2721 m
- Duration (depending on pace) 6h à 12h
Trails in the Mercantour National Park. Dogs are not allowed.
- Follow the marked trails, do not take shortcuts.
- Before setting out on a trail, check the weather, make sure it is suitable for your level, and leave your route with someone.
- Be careful.
- Be extra careful during hunting season and find out about current drives.
- If you encounter livestock protection dogs, remain calm, avoid sudden movements, and go around the herd.
- Respect private property and cultivated areas, and close gates after you have passed.
- Behave in an eco-friendly way: take out your waste and respect the flora and fauna to preserve nature.
- Always download the route (GPX) corresponding to the route in question.
the digital trails
Info & contacts
Offices de Tourisme du territoire
Auron : +33(0)4 93 23 02 66
St Etienne de Tinée : +33(0)4 93 02 41 96
St Dalmas le Selvage : +33(0)4 93 02 46 40
Auron Outdoor - Parcours - Route 32 black - Marathon de St Dalmas le Selvage
Auron Outdoor - Parcours - Route 32 black - Marathon de St Dalmas le Selvage
Auron Outdoor - Parcours - Route 32 black - Marathon de St Dalmas le Selvage
