Walking route: Tavaneuse Lake loop from Prétairié

Hard
4h55min
7.4km
Loop
+900m
-900m
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Description

This hike takes you to a mountain lake: Lac de Tavaneuse, 1806 m above sea level. You'll cross mountain pastures and discover their chalets.

The hike starts from the Prétairié parking lot. Take the path towards the Tavaneuse chalets. Then head towards Lac de Tavaneuse.

Once there, enjoy the lake and its clear waters. Picnics are a welcome way to enjoy the lake.

Guided steps

0/ "Prétairié" parking lot. 1/ From the parking lot, follow the path to an intersection followed by a small bridge. Head towards Lac de Tavaneuse. You'll pass the Tavaneuse chalets. 2/ At the lake, turn left and follow the signs for "Col Entre Deux Pertuis". 3/ Go downhill as far as the intersection, turn left and follow the signs for "Chalet d'Entre Deux Pertuis". 4/ Continue downhill until you enter the forest. At the intersection, take the left-hand path. Continue down through the woods until you reach the starting point.

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Address
Parking de Prétairié, Prétairié, 74360, Abondance
Opening
From 01/06 to 15/10 daily. Check with tourist offices in advance to find out the current access conditions. Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

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