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The descent to Le Désert rewards with a view of peaks guarding the upper Valjouffrey (Stage 7)

The following list is offered as a rough guide to what you need to take. Non-essential items, which you might consider taking, include a camera (essential to some, so keep it lightweight) and a notebook and pen to record your experiences. More and more walkers opt for a GPS, so if you are one of these you will no doubt want to carry one. An altimeter could be useful. Trainers or sandals may be considered for indoor wear in hotels, gîtes and mountain refuges, and a mobile phone for emergencies – but note that it may be unusable on large sections of the route, and you may have difficulty recharging it. Many walkers like to have a paperback novel to read, although I prefer nothing to distract my attention from the 24hr, seven-days-a-week experience of the trek.

WHAT TO TAKE

 Good footwear is of prime importance. Lightweight boots should fit well, be comfortable, provide sound ankle support and have thick cleated soles (Vibram or similar) with plenty of grip.