Croix Saint-Philippe

Description

A family hike towards the exceptional panorama of La Croix St Philippe above Ancelle. On the way, you will come across the ruins of a medieval village, as well as Lake Faudon, two sites that are rich in legends and mystery. The little bit extra? Sweet raspberries growing near the footpath - delicious! Leaving from Col de Moissière, head towards Le Sapet as far as Arto. Continue towards Lac de Faudon, then as far as Faudon, where there is an archaeological site. Head towards Saint Philippe via Coulon du Château and Les Dents. La Croix St Philippe offers a wonderful panorama over the Gapençais basin. Return down the same path as far as Les Dents and then head for Chatégré and Col de Moissière via Collet des Auréous and Arto. Go back to the car park.

Difficulty

Official rating: easy, by Parc national des Écrins.

Getting there

Start: Col de Moissière, Ancelle, Ancelle (05).

Sources

• Track: Parc national des Écrins, Licence Ouverte 2.0, Licence Ouverte 2.0 (Etalab) (destination.ecrins-parcnational.fr/trek/950486-Croix-Saint-Philippe). Time estimated by GPX Path with the Mac app rule, breaks not included.
• Official elevation gain: 271 m, Parc national des Écrins