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High-altitude picnic parking Saint-Chaffrey

Pré Malpes, 05330 Saint-Chaffrey

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★ 4.2Rating

Description

Aire de pique-nique aménagée en pleine nature, à 2000m d’altitude. Partiellement ombragée. Plusieurs tables et une fontaine non contrôlée. 3 / 4 emplacements. 350m de piste carrossable mais abîmée.

The Camper’s take

Picnic area at 2000 m altitude with scattered trees, tables, water fountain and 3-4 flat pitches. Access via rough 350 m track. Natura 2000 site with unclear regulations: camper vans marked prohibited but mixed reports on overnight parking. Busy during day, peaceful at night when alone. Excellent base for hiking and Col du Granon.

Highlights

  • Stunning mountain views and peaceful nights
  • Plenty of picnic tables and a fountain
  • Great hiking access and start of the Col du Granon route
  • Flat and well-cleared pitches

Good to know

  • Fuzzy regulatory status: overnight parking banned on signs but mixed reports
  • Busy during the day, lively atmosphere possible
  • Narrow and damaged access track, tricky maneuvering with vehicles

Motorhome access : Access via a narrow, damaged drivable track (350m). Difficult U-turn with parking. Possible up to 6.80m but requires caution (bumps, uneven terrain). Not recommended for low-profile motorhomes.

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hikersmotorhome travellersvanlifecalm/nature

Facilities

Mobile signal

Activities nearby

Viewpoint Hiking Mountain biking

Opening hours

En été

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Frequently asked questions

What facilities are available?

Available: Pets allowed, Mobile signal.

When is it open?

En été

What can you do nearby?

Nearby: Viewpoint, Hiking, Mountain biking.