Le Plateau de Sestrière

4 km from the village of Saint Dalmas up a small tarmac road that winds through the forest to the Col de la Moutière.

This plateau is full of cool streams and springs in the undergrowth. Situated in the Mercantour Park, it's an ideal spot for a picnic or a stroll at the foot of the centuries-old larch trees. You can hike up to the Col de la Braïssa, a 1-hour walk to the shepherd's hut, or up to the pass at 2599 m. More experienced hikers can make a loop via the Cîme Plate pass and the Braisette lakes (see IGN map Haute Tinée 1 3639OT).

In summer, you'll have the pleasure of admiring the playful marmots.

From the plateau you can take the Col de la Braisse itinerary (map IGN 3639 OT Haute Tinée 1).