Chalets de Clapeyto

Chalets Arvieux, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, France

What to expect

The Chalets de Clapeyto are a collection of small alpine chalets located in the town of Arvieux, in the Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur region of France. The chalets are situated in a beautiful high mountain landscape within the Queyras Regional Natural Park. The area offers hiking and snowshoeing trails, including a 6.1-mile loop trail that leads to the beautiful Cogour lakes along the Peyron torrent and the Sellar torrent. The trail is considered moderately challenging and is open year-round. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. The chalets are inhabited during the summer, and visitors can enjoy nice views from the area. The place is also known for its unique situation in the middle of a white desert and its history. Pets are welcome, and services such as bank/credit card, check, and cash are available

Plan your family visit to the Chalets de Clapeyto with these blog insights 👇

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Visiting Queyras in summer, what to do: hikes and must-sees

Visiting Queyras in summer, what to do: hikes and must-sees
This family's experience:

Activities: We hiked to the Chalets de Clapeyto, meeting a family of shepherds who live there during the summer months. We learned about their life at the alpage and the importance of their work in maintaining the biodiversity of the mountains

Highlights: The kids loved learning about the shepherds' life and seeing the sheep. We all enjoyed the stunning views of the rugged mountains and the peaceful atmosphere ✨