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Avoid being over-ambitious for the first few days, especially if you've never walked in the Alps before. It's better to increase height gain and distance steadily as you grow accustomed to the scale of these mountains – which initially may seem quite daunting. A range of walks has been chosen, so there should be something for everyone. They fall into three categories, graded 1–3, with the highest grade denoting the more challenging routes. However, this grading system is purely subjective, and newcomers to the Alps (particularly at the start of a holiday) might consider a Grade 2 outing serious enough. There are moderate walks (Grade 1) that would appeal to all active members of a family, but the majority of routes described are graded 2 or 3, largely resulting from the severity of the landscape.

The approach to Refuge du Sélé involves several scrambling sections (Route 35)

Within the Parc National des Écrins most paths are well maintained and waymarking adequate to good, but some of the more adventurous routes cross terrain where trails are non-existent beyond a vague line of cairns. In such places it is essential to remain alert and observant in order to avoid becoming lost – especially in poor visibility. If in doubt about the onward route, return to the last point where you were certain of your whereabouts and try again. If you consult the map frequently during the walk you should be able to keep abreast of your position and anticipate junctions before reaching them.