Mountain Climbing

Rock Climbing and Via Ferrata in Les Orres
Indoor or outdoor—the choice is yours!

From your first holds in the gym to high-altitude routes in the mountains, Les Orres offers many ways to discover climbing. Rock climbing, via ferrata, and equipped trails invite you to reach new heights while enjoying the exceptional landscapes of the Hautes-Alpes.

⚠️ Via Ferrata Opening Hours: Check with the Les Orres town hall at 04 92 44 00 40

Guides and Instructors for Your Mountain Activities
Get Out There Safely

Want to experience the mountains in a new way, improve your skills, and enjoy your activities with complete peace of mind? The guides and instructors in Les Orres will accompany you on your adventures in the mountains and share with you their passion for the region and the great outdoors.

Why go climbing in Les Orres? 
A vertical playground in the heart of the Hautes-Alpes

Located in the Hautes-Alpes, facing Lake Serre-Ponçon and the peaks of the Écrins Massif, the resort of Les Orres offers an ideal playground for lovers of vertical activities. With natural cliffs, via ferrata routes, and indoor facilities, there are plenty of climbing opportunities throughout the summer.

• An Immersion in the Heart of the Hautes-Alpes Mountains

Explore a pristine environment—among alpine meadows, ridges, and larch forests—and discover the rich alpine landscapes surrounding Les Orres. The fresh mountain air is all yours!

• A variety of climbing activities

Whether indoors or outdoors, you can alternate between recreational climbing, exploration, learning, adrenaline-pumping adventures, and competitive climbing. Test your skills on via ferratas, available at various difficulty levels; try your hand at rock climbing on the training wall; and climb year-round at the Pôle Sport Innovation’s indoor climbing facility (bouldering, climbing routes, and recreational climbing).

• Activities suited to all skill levels

Beginners, families, teens, and experienced climbers all have access to routes tailored to their interests.

• Guidance from certified professionals

Enlist the help of certified guides and instructors to explore the activity safely and receive personalized advice to help you improve and build confidence. These professionals know the area inside and out. 

• Les Orres: the ideal destination for combining sports and vacation

Combine your climbing outing with a hike, a swim in Lake Serre-Ponçon, or a run down the Bike Park trails! You’ll enjoy a full range of outdoor activities to vary your experiences and have fun. An active getaway with family, friends, or a group!