Pic de Bure
Hautes-Alpes, France
Out-and-back trail in Hautes-Alpes, France. Hiking.
- Distance
- 8.4 mi (13.6 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 4,636 ft (1,413 m)
- Est. Time
- 5 hr 5 min
- High point
- 8,743 ft (2,665 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Spring: Fontaine du vallon 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from start
- Peak: Pic de Bure 8.4 mi (13.6 km) from start
- Viewpoint 8.4 mi (13.6 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Pic de Bure
How long is Pic de Bure?
Pic de Bure is 8.4 mi (13.6 km) long. Most people take about 5 hr 5 min. It climbs 4,636 ft (1,413 m) in total, up to a high point of 8,743 ft (2,665 m).
How hard is Pic de Bure?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Pic de Bure?
Parking at the start.
Are there water and toilets on Pic de Bure?
Water at the trailhead only: carry enough. No toilets mapped. 1 springs (treat before drinking).
Is Pic de Bure shaded?
Mostly exposed (27% under trees).
What can you do on Pic de Bure?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Pic de Bure?
2 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Pic de Bure?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Pic de Bure
- Combe Ratin Hautes-Alpes · Expert · 3.5 mi (5.7 km)
- Combe de la Cluse Hautes-Alpes · Expert · 2.7 mi (4.3 km)
- Pied Gros Hautes-Alpes · Expert · 2.9 mi (4.7 km)
- Vallon la Truie Hautes-Alpes · Moderate · 1.2 mi (2 km)
- Sommarel Hautes-Alpes · Easy · 1.3 mi (2.1 km)
- Chamois Hautes-Alpes · Moderate · 0.7 mi (1.2 km)
- Sentier de la Tour Hautes-Alpes · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
- Chaume Hautes-Alpes · Moderate · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap