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La Grave – La Meije<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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The wild myth of the Alps<\/p>\n\n\n\n

La Grave – La Meije<\/strong> is a resort like no other. It’s a raw, majestic setting, where rock, ice and altitude rule<\/strong>. Here, the spectacle is permanent: the summit of La Meije<\/strong> (3,983 m), the Girose glacier<\/strong>, and the mythical cable cars that lift enthusiasts into the vertical universe of wide open spaces. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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A<\/strong> larger-than-life setting<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There’s no need for artifice: the Meije rises like a queen<\/strong>, indomitable and fascinating. The Parc national des \u00c9crins <\/a><\/strong>is the wild setting for this jewel of the Hautes-Alpes. From the village of La Grave, a designated “Village d’alpinisme des \u00c9crins<\/a><\/strong>“, cable cars take visitors up to breathtaking panoramas: glistening glaciers, imposing seracs, suspended refuges… The mountain offers itself raw, unvarnished. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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The<\/strong> freeride kingdom<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are no groomed pistes up there. La Grave-La Meije is 100% freeride<\/a><\/strong>. We ski under the mythical cable cars, between crevasses, couloirs and deep powder. No compromises: this is the pure experience that’s been dubbed the Mecca of freeride<\/strong>. Here, the world’s best riders come to confront the very essence of the mountain. And to tame this untamed terrain, it’s best to surround yourself with seasoned guides. Nearby, the family-friendly resort of Le Chazelet<\/strong> offers skiing for all. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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T. Blais<\/div><\/div>

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Summer:<\/strong>total adventure terrain<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When the snow gives way to alpine meadows and glaciers, La Grave – La Meije becomes an outdoor paradise<\/strong>. Mountain biking <\/a>on challenging trails, hiking <\/a>on high-altitude itineraries, glacier walking in the heart of the Girose<\/strong>, climbing<\/a>, mountaineering<\/a>… Every turn is a challenge, every summit a reward. At the end of the road, the <\/strong>refuges<\/strong> <\/a>welcome enthusiasts in search of authenticity and silence. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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T. Blais<\/div><\/div>

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A<\/strong> uniqueatmosphere<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Every arrival at the gondola is an adrenalin rush, every descent a joyful challenge with the elements. The atmosphere here is fraternal<\/strong>, with no frills, among enthusiasts who share a taste for the real thing. More than a resort, La Grave – La Meije is an experience<\/strong>: a chance to measure yourself against immensity, to vibrate to the rhythm of the high mountains. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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La Grave – La Meije in figures<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
FREERIDE AREA<\/strong><\/td>100 %<\/td><\/tr>
KM DESCENT<\/strong><\/td>19<\/td><\/tr>
DEVICE<\/strong><\/td>2 300<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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A benchmark domain<\/div>

The freeride mecca<\/p><\/div>

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Highlights of La Grave – La Meije<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n
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P. Domeyne – AD05<\/div><\/div>

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Mountaineering<\/em>Grave y cimes<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In La Grave, Grave Y Cimes invites novices and enthusiasts alike to get a taste of life-size mountaineering: two days of supervised workshops on the glacier, at an altitude of 3,200 m, to learn and progress.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Mountaineering<\/em>Guide festival<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The F\u00eate des Guides de La Grave celebrates the high mountains with fanfare: a parade, blessings and demonstrations pay tribute to the legendary guides of the Oisans. An authentic summer rendezvous in the heart of one of France’s most beautiful villages. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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MOUNTAIN BIKING<\/em>Ultra raid VTT de La Meije<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Ultra Raid de la Meije is an Alpine mountain bike myth: high altitude passes, over 5,000 m vertical drop and breathtaking panoramas. A challenge as spectacular as it is demanding, designed for thrill-seekers. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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