Prunières, a region in the Hautes-Alpes department of France, offers diverse outdoor activities. Located on the southern slopes of Lake Serre-Ponçon and at the gateway to the Écrins National Park, the area features a unique blend of alpine and Mediterranean landscapes. The terrain transitions from dense larch forests to high-altitude mountain pastures, providing varied scenery for several sports like hiking, road cycling, jogging, mountain biking, and more.
Prunières provides a wide array of outdoor activities,…
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59
hikers
10.1km
02:52
220m
220m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.83km
02:47
210m
210m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.23km
02:03
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.22km
01:20
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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59.1km
03:08
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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44.1km
02:05
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550m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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59.5km
03:04
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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34.5km
01:47
470m
470m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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runners
11.5km
01:26
230m
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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19.6km
02:22
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12.0km
01:28
270m
270m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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63.7km
05:26
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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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27.9km
02:20
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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46.6km
04:02
910m
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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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40.9km
03:40
810m
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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37.2km
02:24
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26.0km
01:42
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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28.5km
02:31
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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32.7km
02:14
460m
460m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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34.7km
02:30
480m
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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41.5km
03:00
700m
700m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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48.7km
04:08
1,070m
1,070m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Prunières offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, road cycling, jogging, mountain biking, touring cycling, and gravel biking. The region is situated on the southern slopes of Lake Serre-Ponçon and at the gateway to the Écrins National Park. More than 20 routes are available, with an average rating of 4.57 out of 5 stars from over 4,000 visitors.
Prunières is a hiking destination with numerous trails for various skill levels. Routes offer panoramic views of Lake Serre-Ponçon and extend into the Écrins National Park, traversing larch forests and mountain pastures. Explore specific hiking options with the Hiking around Prunières guide.
The small, scenic roads around Prunières are suitable for road cycling, offering panoramic views from Lake Serre-Ponçon to the Aiguilles de Chabrières. Challenging routes around Lake Serre-Ponçon feature demanding climbs and fast descents. Find more information in the Road Cycling Routes around Prunières guide.
The Prunières region features nearly 150 km of mountain bike trails, particularly around Lake Serre-Ponçon. These trails include singletrack paths, smooth uphill sections, and playful downhill stretches. The terrain varies, with routes through larch forests and mountain pastures. Consult the MTB Trails around Prunières guide for detailed routes.
Prunières offers trails suitable for families, ranging from easy walks to more accessible routes. The diverse landscape provides varied terrain and scenery for different activities. Many routes offer continuous panoramic views of Lake Serre-Ponçon.
Key natural attractions include Lake Serre-Ponçon, one of France's largest artificial lakes, and the surrounding Southern French Alps, which border the Écrins National Park. The landscape features larch forests, mountain pastures, and prominent rock formations like the Aiguilles de Chabrières. The Saint-Michel Chapel, majestically situated by the water, is also a notable landmark.
Routes in Prunières are popular among komoot users, with more than 4,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes have an average rating of 4.57 out of 5 stars. There are 21 total routes available across various sports.
Komoot offers several guides for the Prunières region, including Hiking around Prunières, Road Cycling Routes around Prunières, Running Trails around Prunières, MTB Trails around Prunières, Cycling around Prunières, and Gravel biking around Prunières.
The official website for the Mairie (Town Hall) of Prunières (Hautes-Alpes) is https://www.prunieres.fr/. This site provides local information and resources for the area.
The general contact phone number for the Mairie (Town Hall) of Prunières is +33492506589. This number can be used for general inquiries regarding the municipality.
Yes, the extensive network of hiking and mountain biking trails in Prunières provides ample opportunities for trail running and jogging. These routes offer stunning scenery amidst the natural environment. A dedicated guide, Running Trails around Prunières, is available.
Prunières supports various cycling activities including road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, and gravel biking. The region offers diverse terrain from scenic roads to singletrack paths through forests and pastures. Komoot provides specific guides for each cycling discipline.

