Adèle Planchard refuge from Arsine (Villar d'Arène)

A long and difficult itinerary. An ascent to the refuge that takes in the lush green meadows of the Plan de l'Alpe, and the mineral draperies of the high peaks that shelter the springs of the Romanche.

From the Arsine parking lot, follow the track along the edge of the reservoir and then follow the bottom of the valley on the right bank along an excellent path that crosses the Pas d'Anna Falque. The fork that divides the path between the Plan de l'Alpe (refuge de l'Alpe and chalet refuge de Chamoissière) and Adèle Planchard refuges is well signposted. Turn right and follow this long path through the Plan de l'Alpe. A long flat section on the right bank at the bottom of the valley, followed by a short steep slope on the left bank, leads to a grassy plateau. A short kilometer of traverse prepares the tortuous ascent through rocky bars equipped with cables in places. Fill up with water - there's none further up. At the foot of the final spur: a huge scree that needs to be climbed without getting lost. Finally, the Adèle Planchard refuge appears on an avalanche-protected ridge overlooking this mineral space. Return by the same route.