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Col des Trois Fontaines (2173 m) walks
Robert Lakes circular route starting from Chamrousse
Visorando Member
6.46 mi
+2,989 ft
-3,002 ft
5h 35
Difficult
Departure from Chamrousse (Isère)
A walk through the forest, with an uphill climb, before catching sight of the Robert Lakes from various vantage points. We’ll then walk round the lake, and might be lucky enough to spot a few ibex along the way.During the walk, we’ll also enjoy a beautiful view of the Écrins mountain range, as well as a thrilling Himalayan-style footbridge to give us a bit of a thrill.The descent will finally offer us a superb panorama of Grenoble, with a lovely view of the Chartreuse and Vercors mountain ranges. Apart from the elevation gain, there are no particular difficulties; the path is very well signposted throughout.
Walks near Col des Trois Fontaines (2173 m)
Chamrousse - Refuge de la Pra
5.50 mi
+1,991 ft
-2,451 ft
4h 15
Difficult
Departure from Chamrousse (Isère)
Well known to Grenoble residents, this hike offers superb views of all the surrounding mountains, including Chartreuse, Vercors, Grandes Rousses, Taillefer and Belledonne. As soon as you arrive at the top of the cable car, your gaze is drawn to La Meije, which looks so close.⚠️ This hike can only be done on foot from 30 June to 1 October ⚠️
La Botte
4.35 mi
+722 ft
-2,805 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Chamrousse (Isère)
A unique hike off the beaten track, featuring an ascent of La Botte (2,248 m), a descent along undulating ridges to Lac de l’Infernet, and a circumnavigation of the pass of the same name across wide, sloping meadows. The route then joins the classic trail to Lac Achard. Stunning views throughout the hike. Please note: see the ‘Practical Information’ section.
Croix de Chamrousse - Refuge de la Pra
4.08 mi
+1,073 ft
-1,539 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Chamrousse (Isère)
An easy hike to start your Belledone traverse gently. No fewer than four lakes dot the route, most of which are suitable for swimming and/or a nap. This description treats the hike as a one-way trip, but a day trip (there and back) is also possible.A more challenging alternative is available; see here
Refuge de la Pra – Refuge Jean Collet
4.45 mi
+2,395 ft
-2,959 ft
4h 10
Difficult
Departure from Revel (Isère) (Isère)
A challenging day’s hike connecting two iconic mountain huts in the Belledone massif. Chamois, moraines and lakes will punctuate the route.
Crossing the Montagne des Quatre Seigneurs
5.44 mi
+1,696 ft
-2,093 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-d'Uriage (Isère)
There are countless route options in this forested area on the outskirts of the Grenoble conurbation, delighting both walkers and mountain bikers alike. The advantage of this route, linking the village of Saint-Martin-d’Uriage to Eybens, is that it offers varied views, first of the Belledonne massif and then of the “capital of the Alps”, dominated by the Vercors and the Chartreuse.
Lac Blanc – Lac de Crop – Pont de la Betta
6.94 mi
+1,972 ft
-4,715 ft
4h 55
Difficult
Departure from Sainte-Agnès (Isère) (Isère)
The second stage of this Tour du Grand Replomb takes you through a rocky landscape with a steep descent towards Lac de Crop.
Eybens - Vizille
9.63 mi
+1,381 ft
-1,266 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Eybens (Isère)
A special hike organised as part of both the Grenoble-Vizille half marathon and the hike itself.
Pont de la Betta - Lac Blanc
7.77 mi
+4,072 ft
-1,286 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Laval (Isère)
First stage of this lovely circular route in Belledonne, with the magnificent mountain lake, Lac Blanc, as the final backdrop.
Sept Laux Day 1
7.18 mi
+4,232 ft
-1,614 ft
7h 00
Difficult
Departure from Laval (Isère)
A very beautiful stage in the Belledonne Massif, starting from the mountain pastures, which takes us through a mineral world to a setting of tranquillity on the edge of the Sept Laux (seven lakes).
The Lakes of Alpe d’Huez
7.89 mi
+151 ft
-5,253 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Oz (Isère)
A downhill hike through a rocky landscape where you hop from lake to lake – yes, it’s possible.
Of course, you’ll need to take the cable cars of the Alpe d’Huez–Vaujany ski area to reach the summit of the Dôme des Petites Rousses, the starting point of this hike.
Please note: the time estimated by the software is an underestimate.