Winter parking, loud river
D994T, 05340, Pelvoux
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A quiet winter parking area beside the river and near an ice-climbing area. The road is closed beyond this point during winter, making it the starting point for mountain skiing, snowshoeing, mountaineering, and walks. Overnight stays are possible for several nights, with large rubbish bins and picnic tables nearby. The river is loud, and vehicles arriving for the nearby via ferrata increase after 9am; there are no services.
From travellers' reviews
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We stayed here for several nights, relaxed and undisturbed. The road is quiet at night and the river rushes. Large trash bins directly opposite, very practical. Unfortunately, there is no real access to the river.
Great place for one night. Close to the road, but you cannot hear it because of the sound of the little river. Picnic benches and trash bins right next to it.
Large parking area inside the village, beside the river. Overnight stays are permitted. Nothing exceptional.
For a place to park up for an evening, it’s great. The river is loud, but it kind of sounds like white noise so it was easy to fall asleep. No issues staying overnight for a few nights. We always left the parking spot before 9am as lots of cars and buses arrive for people doing the via ferrata close by.
We left the van here; in winter, the road beyond this point is no longer cleared, so there are no alternatives. From here, there is a lovely walk to Alefroide.
Great little parking area for starting the via ferrata, but it is beside the road. We did not spend the night here! Just after this parking area, the road is restricted to vehicles under 3.25 m high!
Had a quiet night in March. Calm and nice place, a couple of minutes driving from ski lifts.
