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Winter forest in Le Dévoluy

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wild and unspoilt The Nordic area

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The Dévoluy massif opens onto a vast Nordic domain with three gateways: Superdévoluy, La Joue du Loup and Col du Festre.

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Cross-country skiing in the sun

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    The Dévoluy Nordic ski area offers you :

    • Cross-country ski trails and itineraries (5 green, 5 blue, 2 red, 1 black)
    • Multi-activity itineraries (pedestrians, snowshoes, fatbikes, cross-country skiing and Nordic ski touring)
    • 3 entry points: at the Col du Festre house, at the Cabane des Cloutas in La Joue du Loup, and at the Centre Sportif in Superdévoluy
    • On-site: trailheads, information point, car park, toilets, Nordic activities.

    Sale of ski passes and hire of cross-country skiing equipment at the Dévoluy sports centre.

    Find all the information you need on the opening of the Nordic area trails opposite:

    Focus on The charter of good conduct

    To ensure that all types of skiing and snowboarding can coexist, a charter of good conduct must be respected on the Dévoluy Nordic ski area. Thank you for respecting this charter, as well as the work involved in grooming and developing the pistes.

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    Through the snowy forest on cross-country skis

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      Hikers

      • It is forbidden to use the cross-country ski trails and itineraries, even outside opening hours. Pedestrians destroy the work of the groomers.
      • Routes may cross or run alongside cross-country ski tracks: in this case, cross-country skiers have priority. But be careful!
      • Snowshoes are highly recommended
      • Dogs are allowed on a lead, but only on multi-activity itineraries.

      Cross-country skiers

      • Respect the direction of the pistes. Be vigilant, some runs are two-way.
      • Adapt your speed and be careful at junctions.
      • Make way for faster skiers and always park to one side.
      • Do not skate on classic ski tracks
      • Dogs are not allowed on cross-country ski tracks and itineraries.

      Cyclists

      • Control your speed and announce your arrival
      • Give priority to cross-country skiers, hikers and snowshoers
      • Do not slide or damage the itineraries.

      Preparing for your trip

      Cross-country skiing lessons, equipment hire or events in the Nordic area – find out all you need to know in these sections.

      A closer look at 20km of signposted footpaths 7 free multi-activity itineraries

      From Superdévoluy, La Joue du Loup or the Col du Festre:

      • Tour du Puy: 3.4km long, this route offers a breathtaking view of the Faraut mountain, which marks the border with Champsaur.
      • Le Puy: 0.8km long, this is the perfect opportunity to gain a little bit of altitude and climb up to the peak and plateau de Bure, for a truly breathtaking view!
      • Traversée Superdévoluy-La Joue du Loup: a great way to get some fresh air and get a bird’s eye view of the whole massif! For 5.9km, you can discover the magic of an unspoilt area at your own pace and take advantage of the open space at Collet du Tât.
      • Chaumattes loop: are you near La Joue du Loup and don’t want to go too far? Then this is the route for you! Just 1.1km! Set back from the snow front and the houses, this route takes you out onto the snow-covered plain.
      • Traversée Le Festre – La Joue du Loup: leave your car at the Col du Festre, then take the multi-activity itinerary. Its 5.5km will take you all the way to La Joue du Loup! Beginners, amateurs and the uninitiated need not worry, the route has been designed with you in mind! There’s no compulsory direction, so it’s up to you to choose the one that suits you best… Our little devout tip: choose sunrise or sunset.
      • Les Danons: a variant of the previous circuit, this 1.5km route takes you up the slopes of the Col du Festre. Stretch your legs before stopping for a coffee at the Maison du Col du Festre!
      • Les Garcins: named after the hamlet you passed through on your way up to Dévoluy from Veynes, the 1.5km Les Garcins loop offers you a moment of peace and quiet at the foot of the Aurouze mountain.

      Even more emotions

      Hike to the Baumes ridge
      Linking the Col du Festre to Superdévoluy by cross-country skiing
      Kissing/hugging a lamb
      Snowshoeing in the moonlight
      Travelling underground
      Ski touring in the chourums of Dévoluy
      Admire the Dévoluy massif from the air
      Skiing on the lunar plateau of Bure