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Despite global warming the region retains a surprising number of glaciers, the southernmost ice sheets of any size in the Alpine range (albeit glaciers that are shrinking at an alarming rate). And it is largely due to the powerful rivers and waterfalls flowing from them that the deep valleys and ravines have been scoured.

The main, central core of the Parc National is contained south of the Vallée de la Romanche, and west of the Vallées de la Guisane and Durance. Its southern and western boundaries are convoluted ones, squiggling along and round the flanks of valleys to avoid road penetration and the cableways of ski resorts, always seeking to protect the most dramatic and spectacular mountains. All the highest summits and most of the glaciers are found within the park, and on six of the 10 stages of the Tour of the Oisans the route passes through this central core of Parc National territory. There are, of course, rules that govern use of the park:

 Dogs are not allowed, even on a lead. Respect wildlife and livestock.