Lakes of Estoul and Chamen
The trail winds through the forest for a good while and, after a near-flat section, becomes steeper... and remains moderately steep until you reach the small Lac d'Estoul (2,434 m). Leave trail No. 6B on your right and stay on trail No. 6A, which in a few minutes reaches the magnificent Lac Chamen.
On the way back, our route goes around Lac Chamen to the east and becomes steeper, even very steep at times, to reach Colletto Valnera at 2,681m. Then follow the trail heading north-east (i.e. to the right) to the summit of Punta Valnera (2,754 m). This short route to the summit is not difficult, apart from the steepness of the slope. In good weather, this beautiful peak, which is relatively easy to reach, offers a vast panorama. The return journey follows the same route.
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Activity: Walking -
Distance: 6.29 mi -
Average duration: 5h 20 -
Difficulty: Difficult -
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Back to start: Yes -
Ascent: + 2,838 ft -
Descent: - 2,838 ft -
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Highest point: 8,921 ft -
Lowest point: 6,171 ft
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Waypoints
- S/E : mi 0 - alt. 6,178 ft - Praitou car park
- 1 : mi 1.13 - alt. 7,077 ft - Exit the forest
- 2 : mi 2.06 - alt. 7,989 ft - Lake Estoul
- 3 : mi 2.2 - alt. 8,048 ft - Lake Chamen
- 4 : mi 3.28 - alt. 8,917 ft - Punta Valnera
- S/E : mi 6.29 - alt. 6,178 ft - Praitou car park
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