Belvédère de la Grande Berge

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This is a moderate hike offering access to a magnificent viewpoint over Lac de Roselend after a walk through alpine pastures.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 8.15 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 3h 30 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Moderate
  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 401 m
  • ↘
    Descent: - 400 m
  • ▲
    Highest point: 2,088 m
  • ▼
    Lowest point: 1,816 m
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La Grande Berge
view of the lake and large riverbank
View of Mont Blanc
Telephone

Description of the walk

Park in the car park next to the Refuge du Plan de la Lai.

(S/E) Go to the refuge and, when you reach it, follow theGR®5to the left towards Grande Berge (red and white markings). At a fork, turn right and reach the Gîte du Plan Mya.

(1) Continue south-west on theGR® and pass through Le Mora. At the next fork, turn left (south).

(2) Take the path on the right and continue on the GR®. Climb up the steep switchbacks.

(3) Continue on the GR®. Continue south then south-west to reach the place called La Grande Berge.

(4) Leave theGR® and turn right to climb up to the viewpoint (view of Lac de Roselend).

(5) From the viewpoint, retrace your steps.

(4) Descend via the same route as on the way up. Pass Petite Berge again and reach a fork.

(3) Take the path on the right. At a crossroads (elevation 1949), turn left. Rejoin theGR® shortly before the place called Le Mora.

(2) Stay on the same route as on the way up to reach the car park at the Refuge du Plan de la Lai (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 1,820 m - Refuge du Plan de la Lai
  2. 1 : km 0.65 - alt. 1,860 m - Gite de Plan Mya
  3. 2 : km 1.48 - alt. 1,897 m - Fork
  4. 3 : km 2.11 - alt. 2,030 m - Fork
  5. 4 : km 3.65 - alt. 2,056 m - La Grande Berge
  6. 5 : km 3.89 - alt. 2,080 m - Belvédère de la Grande Berge
  7. S/E : km 8.15 - alt. 1,820 m - Refuge du Plan de la Lai - Refuge du Plan de la Lai

Always be cautious and plan ahead when you're outdoors. Visorando and the author of this route cannot be held responsible for any accidents occurring on this route.

The GR® and PR® markings are the intellectual property of the Fédération Française de Randonnée Pédestre.

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Reviews and comments

4.8 / 5
Based on 30 reviews
Reliability of the description
4.8 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.8 / 5
Route interest
4.7 / 5
User 27791907

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 06, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A very pleasant, easy route with beautiful views of Lake Roselend.
On the way down from the Grande Berge, you can continue along the GR trail for a little while to enjoy a superb view of the Pierra Menta.

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User 17252375

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 17, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Easy hike, obvious route.
Beautiful views of Roseland Lake.

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Stephe
Stephe

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 11, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

The hike is pleasant. I would classify it as easy, except for a few "more technical" sections at the beginning.
My only disappointment was at the top of the steep bank, where we were attacked by a swarm of insects and couldn't enjoy the magnificent view. Was it the wrong time of day?

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paquerette73
paquerette73

I have already shared this beautiful itinerary for discovering the view over Roselend and, above all, the surprising telephone booth!

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Bisserain73
Bisserain73

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 22, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A very pleasant outing without any difficulties.

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User 18683394

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 29, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

We went hiking this morning at 8 a.m. The weather was beautiful, the view was clear, and the fresh air allowed us to escape the heatwave. The crowds started to gather around 9 a.m. Everything was perfect, until we saw a dog running and biting marmots, whose whimpering could be heard in the morning silence... To all mountain lovers who have dogs, this hike is only allowed with a dog on a leash, even if your dog is 'obedient' or 'responds'. Please respect the mountains and nature and follow the signs throughout your outing.

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paquerette73
paquerette73

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : May 31, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Great view from the top of the hill overlooking the dam and surrounding area. Not many people around due to changeable weather, but we made the most of the day!

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Claude2
Claude2

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 04, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

With only one morning free before leaving, we did this 3-hour hike. Nice view from the top of the lookout point and a curiosity on the way back: an English telephone box perched on a high point. No difficulty finding your way, easy and accessible hike,
there are two restaurants near the car park.
The Visorando route map is spot on.

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Jean R
Jean R

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 27, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A beautiful, easy hike. I recommend taking the steeper, narrower trail on the way up and the path on the way back.

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dougere
dougere

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 29, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

The GR trail has changed between the petite Berge and the grande Berge. Now you have to turn right before the summit of the petite Berge and descend using wooden walkways that allow you to cross the wet areas. So we went there via the old GR trail and came back via the new one. The walk is very beautiful with stunning panoramic views. If we do it again, I don't think we'll go back up the steep path between points 2 and 3, but will take the wide track we used on the way back. It's easier and offers some beautiful views too.

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kiki dintrono
kiki dintrono

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 22, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Magnificent hike. Don't miss the telephone booth at point 2. Superb!
We came back via the boardwalk, which avoids the climb on the way back and, above all, allows you to return with a view of Roseland.

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nathomal
nathomal

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 16, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

nothing to say

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FLEURPATOU
FLEURPATOU

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 05, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

beautiful walk, superb views

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adelebt
adelebt

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 11, 2023
Reliability of the description : Not used / Not applicable
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A lovely little hike with beautiful views! I did it with my border collie and we came across several herds of cows. Not too crowded in mid-September.
At point 2, don't forget to check out the famous telephone box with its magnificent view of Lake Roselend.

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marie celine
marie celine

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 11, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

No particular difficulties except for parking space. Unobstructed view of Roseland Lake. Long, secure walkway at ground level to cross the wet alpine pastures

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