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Lac de Portette trail

A beautiful hike to a high-altitude lake with a view of the Vanoise massif

Sport Lac de Portette trail La Plagne Tarentaise

About

Departing from La Plagne Tarentaise (73210)
Average length : 05h00
Total elevation gain : 700m
Vertical drop : 700m
Distance : 10km
Non signed itinerary
Animals allowed

Along the way, discover the Chalet du Mont Rosset, a mountain chalet where they make the "Prince" of Gruyère cheeses: Beaufort cheese!

Way and back
Total elevation gain : 700m
Altitude max : 2333m
Vertical drop : 700m

Further informations

Rock, Stone, Ground

    1 2

    0/ Set off from St Guérin chapel
    1/ Go towards the Chalet du Mont Rosset
    2/ Fork towards the lake 15 minutes after passing the Chalet du Rosset on your left.
    3/ Follow the path towards the lake.
    4/ You can continue to climb to Col de la Charbonnière in 30 mins for an additional 150m of elevation gain.

    Prices

    Free access.

    Reception

    Animals allowed
    Not adapted to strollers

    Safety rules
    • Check the weather forecast before you leave.
    • Avoid going alone. Tell someone that you are leaving and your planned route.
    • Don't forget to drink, eat and take breaks during the hike.
    Equipment
    • Wear good shoes and clothes that are suitable for the mountains.
    • Take with you: sun cream, hat, sunglasses, warm clothes and rain gear, a mobile phone in case of problems.
    • Take a map with you. This map is given as an indication, it does not replace the IGN maps.
    Good conduct
    • Stay on the marked paths and avoid the hayfields.
    • Respect the environment.
    • Watch out for herds of animals, keep your dog on a lead.
    • Please take your litter with you.

    In case of accident: 112 or 18
    Weather: 32 50

    Period of practice

    From 01/06 to 15/10.
    Subject to weather conditions.

    Services
    • Pets welcome

    Access

    Chapelle St Guérin Foran La Côte d'Aime 73210 La Plagne Tarentaise
    Departing from : La Plagne Tarentaise (73210)
    Latitude : 45.605843 - Longitude : 6.674118
    Moving across the city : La Côte-d'Aime (73210), La Plagne Tarentaise (73210)
    Information update on 27/06/2024 by Office de Tourisme de la Grande Plagne