The Moëde Anterne refuge is spacious and accessible by 4x4. However, it is advisable to book in advance. Dormitories, showers and evening meals are available. Bring a sleeping bag liner for the night.
You can have a picnic lunch prepared for the second day.
The climb described is sometimes tough, but very well equipped. Good high-top shoes and walking sticks are recommended.
You can have a drink and fill your water bottle at the Chatelet d'Ayères and Moëde Anterne refuges.
Lac and Col d'Anterne in 2 days starting from Plaine Joux
If you spend a night at the Moëde Anterne refuge, you can make a round trip to Lake Anterne, taking a different route on the descent from the refuge.
Beautiful view of Mont Blanc. Three lakes on the programme: Lac de Pormenaz on the first day, then a night at the refuge, Lac d'Anterne the next day, which reflects the rocky ridge of Les Fiz, and Lac Vert near Plaine Joux, to be saved for the return trip.
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Activity: Walking -
Distance: 19.85 km -
Average duration: 2 days -
Difficulty: Moderate -
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Back to start: Yes -
Ascent: + 1,287 m -
Descent: - 1,282 m -
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Highest point: 2,257 m -
Lowest point: 1,269 m
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Country:
France
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District:
Passy (Haute-Savoie) (74480|74190) -
Start/End: N 45.950857° / E 6.738952° -
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Stages of the route
This route needs several days, find the details below:
Notes
This route passes through a protected area, which may be subject to special regulations:
Worth a visit
If you have three days, you can consider the Fiz tour, staying at the Refuge de Platé on the second night, but this is another hike...
Another option is to climb up to Les Fiz via the "Dérochoir", a difficult and dangerous trail that is only suitable for experienced mountaineers.
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Plaine Joux - Refuge de Moëde Anterne via Lac de Pormenaz
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+728 m
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Le Dérochoir
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11.23 km
+1,181 m
-1,273 m
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An extraordinary hike that almost forms a loop, starting from the Châtelet car park; a complete change of scenery guaranteed in an exceptional environment (Passy and Sixt nature reserves; Platé desert). You will need two vehicles.
The Lac Vert in Servoz
Visorando member 
4.23 km
+236 m
-230 m
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Departure from Servoz (Haute-Savoie)
A lovely, easy hike that climbs up to Lac Vert and goes around it. Along the way, there are beautiful views of the Mont Blanc massif.
Climb to the Platé Desert
Tourist office 
6.52 km
+874 m
-874 m
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With its lunar landscape, peaceful atmosphere and magnificent views, Platé is a site unlike any other. Hike to discover a site with exceptional geological, floral and fauna riches. The size of the site makes it the largest sharp limestone pavement in Europe.
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13.13 km
+1,250 m
-1,258 m
7h 20
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Departure from Servoz (Haute-Savoie)
A very pleasant hike offering beautiful views of the Fiz mountains with some lovely sections (beautiful waterfalls).
Tour des Aiguilles Rouges: Servoz - Refuge Moede Anterne
Visorando member 
8.34 km
+1,143 m
-132 m
5h 40
Difficult
Departure from Servoz (Haute-Savoie)
First stage of the Aiguilles Rouges tour.
This stage begins with a forest climb with views of Mont Blanc and the Bossons glacier. Continuing with a panoramic hike over the Passy reserve, we pass Lac de Pormenaz and arrive at Refuge de Moëde Anterne which overlooks the Mont Blanc mountain range.
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