From Saint-Barthélemy Observatory to Champlaisant Sanctuary (via Trail 14)

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From Saint-Barthélemy Observatory to Champlaisant Sanctuary (via Trail 14)

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From Saint-Barthélemy Observatory to Champlaisant Sanctuary (via Trail 14)

04:46

15.4km

460m

Hiking

Alpine meadow hike from a UNESCO dark-sky observatory to a historic 1661 mountain sanctuary.

Last updated: September 17, 2025

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.67 km

Refuge Magià loop tour

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you get to the Magià refuge via a simple walk, practically all flat. At the Refuge it is possible to have lunch with excellent food at very fair prices. The …

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14.7 km

Saint-Barthélemy Astronomical Observatory (Lignan)

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The Saint-Barthélemy Astronomical Observatory, located in the charming village of Lignan at over 1,600 meters above sea level, is a true gem for stargazers and science enthusiasts.

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15.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.73 km

3.01 km

1.53 km

1.11 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.3 km

4.01 km

103 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,950 m)

Lowest point (1,630 m)

Weather

Wednesday 4 November

2°C

-1°C

62 %

Additional weather tips

There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.

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Comments

April 13, 2024,St Bartholemy

No elevation but deep snow. 25 degrees at 2k meters elevation in April. Nuts!
Woman harvesting cicoria in the mountains. It's baby dandelion that's picked just after snow melts. You eat it as a salad that includes soft boiled eggs.