JULY 2007.  In the foothills of the French Alps we find the Erins National Park. With mountains 4000 metres high it's a paradise for Alpine enthusiasts and climbers who seek the beauty of the mountains but wish to avoid the bustle of the main tourist areas such as Zermat or Chamonix. We went there to climb the most emblematic mountain, La Barre des Ecrins. At 4102 metres tall it is the highest point in the park and the ascent does not present too many problems. From the car park to the summit the climb usually takes two days. We spent the first ... read more