Walking in Oz en Oisans
Dozens of miles of marked paths go across forest and pastures between 800m and 2600m in the Grande Rousses massif. They offer multiple and varied walking routes for walkers of all levels. Several routes start from Oz, the paths are marked and referenced on the map n° 2 "Oisans au bout des pieds". Sold at the Tourist Office and on the website: www.rando-oisans.com.
For example you can take the Cascade Circuit, this is a 1h15-walk from the resort. Refreshing in summer, this route leads to a magnificent waterfall near the hamlet of Bessey. On the way, an old stone bridge crosses the tumultuous waters of the Roubier.
Or you could take a Circuit of the lakes, this is a 2 and a half hour walk with a gondola lift to the 2000m-high lakes plateau. The lakes mirror the surrounding mountains. You will easily go from lake to lake among the pasture flowers. At l'Alpette, the path goes back down to Oz and offers a splendid panorama on the Belledonne and Rissiou ranges.
Guided walks
Day or half-day walks, they are organized by certified mountain instructors whose aim is not only to guide the tourist but also teach what they know about the mountain.
Alain Hilion Tel : +33.4.76.79.88.71 / +33.6.85.73.53.41/ nathalain51@free.fr / http://ovile.multimania.com
Pascal Wendling Tel : +33.4.76.79.85.18 / +33.6.60.59.82.35 / boitaskisport2000@hotmail.com
Discovering the forest of Oz
Oz enjoys a forest environment that is unique in Oisans. A forest guide organizes nature walks around the themes of the forest and its environment (fauna, tree culture, the wood trade and jobs, etc.)
National Forestry Office Tel : +33.4.76.80.70.59 / +33.6.88.88.08.21 - christian.bazin@onf.fr Approaching high mountains and glaciers
High summits are accessible with a guide, a little training and technique. Live an unforgettable experience and ambience
Mountain guide office of Bourg d'Oisans. Tel : +33.4 76 80 11 27
