Col de la Forclaz – Lessy lake loop from Parking de Cenise

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Auvergne Rhône Alpes

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Le Petit-Bornand-Les-Glières

Col de la Forclaz – Lessy lake loop from Parking de Cenise

Hard

4.8

(10)

134

hikers

Col de la Forclaz – Lessy lake loop from Parking de Cenise

04:05

11.1km

670m

Hiking

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 7, 2026

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Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 2.61 km for 74 m

After 8.38 km for 74 m

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Parking

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4.22 km

Lessy Refuge

Highlight • Mountain Hut

The Lessy refuge is located in a true natural setting, surrounded by the Aiguille Verte and the Jalouvre peak. You can eat and spend the night there. It's a pretty incredible spot to rest after a good day of hiking!

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4.54 km

Lake Lessy

Highlight • Other

When there is no wind, beautiful mirror images can be created

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4.75 km

Lac de Lessy

Highlight • Lake

Very beautiful reflections of the surrounding mountains when there is no wind. Numerous opportunities to rest

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5.21 km

Col de la Forclaz

Highlight • Mountain Pass

The Col de la Forclaz is located at an altitude of 1,844 meters. From there, we have an incredible view of Lake Lessy and the surrounding peaks.

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6.28 km

Lessy lake

Highlight • Lake

It is a superb alpine lake, located at an altitude of 1,730 meters at the foot of the Aiguille Verte. A peaceful corner in the heart of the Aravis massif.

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6.59 km

Lac de Lessy

Highlight • Lake

6.64 km

Shore of Lessy Lake

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Look up and watch bearded vultures fly from their nest in the foothills of Jallouvre

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7.93 km

Great view of Lac de Lessy

Highlight • Viewpoint

Path leading to Lac de Lessy with a beautiful view of the Aiguille Verte if there is no fog. At the beginning of July the grass was high but it is largely possible to pass there.

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