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Auvergne Rhône Alpes

Le Grand-Bornand

Lac de Lessy par le Chinaillon - Loop

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Auvergne Rhône Alpes

Le Grand-Bornand

Lac de Lessy par le Chinaillon - Loop

Hard

4.8

(149)

1,374

hikers

Lac de Lessy par le Chinaillon - Loop

05:41

13.5km

900m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 5, 2024

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

4.10 km

Ridges of the Aiguille Verte

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

It is a superb passage, on a ridge path dominated by the summit of the Aiguille Verte (2,045 meters above sea level).

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2

5.20 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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3

5.70 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

6.69 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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5

12.3 km

The Old Chinaillon

Highlight • Settlement

Starting point for snowshoeing, full of charm. Very limited parking in the old village in winter, but spaces available below on the main road.

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B

13.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.55 km

3.64 km

2.79 km

1.82 km

740 m

Surfaces

7.95 km

2.91 km

1.88 km

661 m

112 m

< 100 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (1,890 m)

Lowest point (1,250 m)

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Weather

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Monday 9 November

12°C

8°C

39 %

Additional weather tips

There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.

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Comments

November 6, 2024,Boucle lac de Lessy

In real 1050 D+. Tour done in 6 hours with picnic photos

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