Lake Saint-Guérin – Fairy Lake loop from Barrage de Saint-Guérin

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Lake Saint-Guérin – Fairy Lake loop from Barrage de Saint-Guérin

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Lake Saint-Guérin – Fairy Lake loop from Barrage de Saint-Guérin

06:40

17.9km

780m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 12, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 12.6 km for 65 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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605 m

Lac de Saint-Guérin

Highlight • Lake

Kayaks and SUPs can be lowered into the water here. Water sports are reserved for customers of the "Mountain SUP" company. Own boats are forbidden.

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966 m

Lac de Saint-Guérin

Lake

1.31 km

Lake Saint-Guérin

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Lake Saint-Guérin is a dam lake. Its turquoise waters and the wild setting in which it is located make it a popular place for hikers of all ages.

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4.23 km

Fairy Lake

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It is a superb little high altitude lake with crystal clear waters.

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11.3 km

Lacs de la Tempête

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The Lacs de la Tempête are a series of lakes located below the Grand Mont, in a magnificent and isolated alpine landscape. The running crossings are simply wonderful.

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12.6 km

Col de la Louse – View of Mont Blanc

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An essential crossroads for climbing to the Grand Mont or for going to the Lacs de la Tempête.
Magnificent panorama of Mont Blanc.

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15.9 km

View of Lac de Saint-Guérin

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Magnificent site: the lake of Saint-Guérin is worth the detour. It is a starting point for several day hikes: the lakes of the Tempête via the col de la Louze, towards the lake of the Fairies.

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