Roc des Tours walking tour and Lac de Lessy
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6993 Route du Chinaillon - Parking de l'Office de
74450
Le Grand-Bornand
An outing for strong hikers that includes several ascents and descents. The itinerary almost always stays “up high;” enjoy wide open spaces, incredible panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, and Lessy Lake located in the heart of a beautiful alpine pasture.
In the heart of the Massif du Bargy, this itinerary completes the tour of two of its main peaks: Aiguille Verte and Roc des Tours.
Following the ascent via the pass above Chalet de Planay, then from Col de la Forclaz via Chalets de Mayse, Lac de Lessy is revealed before your very eyes. This exceptional natural site, nestled in the rocky cirque formed by the foothills of the Jallouvre opposite and the Aiguille Verte, is home to a pastoral activity that you'll be able to discover.
Legend has it that during great droughts, a stone emerges from the dried-up lake, bearing the inscription: "When you see me, you will weep". Proof that the lake is an essential part of life on the mountain pastures. Another legend has it that two newlyweds drowned in the lake, but long afterwards the bride's veil was found in the river "Le Borne".
On the way back down to Chinaillon, you'll hike along the Aiguille Verte just below its summit, the Pointe de Domingit, on a beautiful ridge path with a wide-open view of the Aravis mountains and the Mont Blanc massif in the background.
Finally, before reaching the village of Chinaillon, you'll make your way through the beautiful alpine landscapes of the Plateau de Samance.
Following the ascent via the pass above Chalet de Planay, then from Col de la Forclaz via Chalets de Mayse, Lac de Lessy is revealed before your very eyes. This exceptional natural site, nestled in the rocky cirque formed by the foothills of the Jallouvre opposite and the Aiguille Verte, is home to a pastoral activity that you'll be able to discover.
Legend has it that during great droughts, a stone emerges from the dried-up lake, bearing the inscription: "When you see me, you will weep". Proof that the lake is an essential part of life on the mountain pastures. Another legend has it that two newlyweds drowned in the lake, but long afterwards the bride's veil was found in the river "Le Borne".
On the way back down to Chinaillon, you'll hike along the Aiguille Verte just below its summit, the Pointe de Domingit, on a beautiful ridge path with a wide-open view of the Aravis mountains and the Mont Blanc massif in the background.
Finally, before reaching the village of Chinaillon, you'll make your way through the beautiful alpine landscapes of the Plateau de Samance.
Swimming at Lake Lessy is strictly forbidden! An altitude lake has a very fragile ecosystem that should not be disturbed.
From 01/06 to 15/11.
Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.
Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.
In summary
- SITRA services :
- Services
Description
- SITRA services :
- Route BOUCLE
- Route
- 1000 Route
- 13 Distance (km)
- Levels of sporting experience :
- Level black - very hard
- Pedestrian sports :
- Hiking itinerary
- Pedestrian sports
Facilities and services
- Parking :
- Parking
To note
- Type of SITRA offer :
- Not recommended in bad weather
- Adapted tourism :
- Not accessible in a wheelchair
Localisation
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6993 Route du Chinaillon - Parking de l'Office de
74450
Le Grand-Bornand
GPS coordinates
Latitude : 45.973852
Longitude : 6.455371
Access (by car): Annecy - le Grand-Bornand: 32km.
From the village of Le Grand-Bornand, continue on the D4 towards the Col de la Colombière. Stop at the village of Chinaillon and park in front of the Tourist Office.
From the village of Le Grand-Bornand, continue on the D4 towards the Col de la Colombière. Stop at the village of Chinaillon and park in front of the Tourist Office.
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A 5 hour walk (return trip) from Chinaillon will take you to this mountain lake lying in a gulley at the foot of the arête between the Pic du Jalouvre, the Buclon and the Aiguille Verte.
