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Lac David walks
The David Lake circular route via the Oursière Waterfall
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9.92 mi
+4,193 ft
-4,199 ft
8h 15
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Martin-d'Uriage (Isère)
This very pretty circular loop up to Lac David via the Cascade de l'Oursière allows you to first enjoy the various Pra lakes (Bernard, Longet, Claret) and then make a beautiful traverse under the Jasse Bralard peaks. Throughout the traverse, you can enjoy a magnificent view overlooking the city of Grenoble below.
Lacs du Bâton and Lac du Bœuf from Freydières
13.76 mi
+6,529 ft
-6,503 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from La Combe-de-Lancey (Isère)
This is a very wild hike, half of which takes place in valleys completely off the beaten track, exploring the playground of the chamois, mouflons and ibex that abound in Belledonne.
The lakes of Bâton and Bœuf, nestled in the rounded rocks opposite the peaks of Oisans, are the highlights of the hike.
Exploring the lakes between Chamrousse and the Refuge de la Pra
12.74 mi
+4,121 ft
-4,111 ft
9h 25
Difficult
Departure from Chamrousse (Isère)
An original route, starting from Roche Béranger towards the Refuge de la Pra, to explore numerous natural lakes. A varied route combining wide tracks, rugged paths, scree crossings, steep rocky gullies where you’ll often need to use your hands, and pleasant, shaded paths amongst Swiss stone pines. With a feel reminiscent of Scandinavia and the Canadian Rockies, the landscape is spectacular, offering a 360° panorama. (Please read the ‘Practical Information’ section carefully.)
La Grande Lauzière from Pré Raymond
12.01 mi
+5,144 ft
-5,154 ft
10h 00
Difficult
Departure from La Combe-de-Lancey (Isère)
This route begins with the classic ascent to the Refuge de la Pra. From the refuge, the route takes you off the beaten track, through magnificent high-mountain scenery. Head towards Lac David via the western slope of the Grande Lauzière, which offers a beautiful view of the Claret, Longet and Bernard lakes. Shortly afterwards, you look out over Lac David. The path crosses a small pass, descends into a small valley, and climbs up a rocky ridge with views of the rugged eastern slope of the Grande Vaudaine. You climb the southern ridge of the Grande Lauzière to its pass, then on to its summit.
Walks near Lac David
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.
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.
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
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).
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.
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.
