Tour of the lakes
Description
Access: departure from Lac Besson (walk up or take the Pic Blanc gondola or the free shuttle bus). No access by car)
Difficulty: easy
One-way time: 1h15
Maximum altitude: 2100m
Picnic table
Please note: swimming prohibited
Easy family hike passing through the Besson, Noir, Faucille and Carrelet lakes. Numerous variations
possible. Magnificent scenery.
- High boots are preferable to sneakers on mountain paths.
- Bring rain gear (weather changes quickly in the mountains), sunglasses, a hat or cap, sun cream, a bottle of water (or bottle), and a snack.
- Don't go too high in the mountains with a baby under the age of 1 (risk of ear infections).
- Stay well hydrated (especially children)
- Choose age-appropriate walks (duration, altitude difference)
- Take regular breaks
You should also remember to :
- Check weather conditions
- Check lift schedules
- Find out about the itinerary
- Protected plants, wildlife and minerals are all part of the landscape. Please respect them.
- Take all your garbage with you. Recycling bins are available in the resort.
- We recommend that you keep your dogs on a leash.
- During your hikes, you may come across cow pens. Please remember to close them after you have passed.
- You may come across herds of grazing sheep. Protection dogs are there to protect them. They are not trained to be aggressive, but they are trained to be deterrents.
Contacts
38750 Alpe d'Huez
Website : https://www.alpedhuez.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/alpedhuez-plan-promenades-e...
Prices
Free access.Openings
From 01/06 to 15/10/2025.Services on site
- Pets welcome