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Lac du Bois walks
Lake and Cross of Belledonne from Allemont
Visorando Member
12.83 mi
+6,588 ft
-6,588 ft
12 hrs
Extremely difficult
Departure from Allemond (Isère)
This superb hike starting from Allemont passes by the lake, the pass and the Croix de Belledonne before descending through the very wild Bâton valley and past the Lacs du Bœuf and du Bois.
Half of the route is completely off-trail, allowing you to observe wildlife and listen to the sounds of the mountains in complete tranquillity.
This challenging route requires crampons and an ice axe in all seasons and a night-time start in summer (see practical information).
Pic du Grand Domènon and Grande Lauzière via Lacs du Bois and Lac du Bœuf
12.56 mi
+6,247 ft
-6,243 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Revel (Isère) (Isère)
A stunning hike that allows you to discover two gems of the Belledonne massif that are almost never visited: the Lac du Bois and Lac du Bœuf are little jewels off the beaten track of the massif. The Pic du Grand Domènon, the highest point of the walk, is a magnificent viewpoint that is much less visited than the Croix de Belledonne, offering views of the Bauges, Mont Blanc, the Grandes Rousses, the Oisans, the Dévoluy, the Taillefer, the Vercors and the Chartreuse and, of course, Belledonne and its lakes.
Please note: this hike is on the borderline between very difficult and extremely difficult.
Walks near Lac du Bois
La Pra Mountain Hut – Jean Collet Mountain Hut
5.16 mi
+2,113 ft
-2,671 ft
4h 15
Difficult
Departure from Revel (Isère) (Isère)
A very beautiful hike, partly off the beaten track for the section between the Pra and Jean Collet mountain huts. Please note that this is an alternative route to theGR® 738, which passes via Lac du Crozet, Lac du Loup and the small pass of La Sitre.
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.
