Lago Arpy and Punta della Croce

Hiking trails & Routes

Italy

Aosta Valley

Morgex

Lago Arpy and Punta della Croce

Moderate

4.8

(395)

1,629

hikers

Lago Arpy and Punta della Croce

04:13

11.6km

500m

Hiking

The Lago Arpy and Punta della Croce trail offers a moderate hiking experience, covering 7.2 miles (11.6 km) with an elevation gain of 1651 feet (503 metres), typically taking about 4 hours and 13 minutes. Your journey begins on a wide dirt track through a dense fir and larch forest,…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Parking

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356 m

Trail to Lago d'Arpy

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One of the most beautiful and most accessible lakes in the Aosta valley. A simple walk suitable for the whole family

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2.95 km

Lake Arpy

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Lake Arpy is located at 2,066 meters above sea level. It is located in a splendid valley and enclosed between Mount Charvel and Becca Pouegnenta to the left of Mount …

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5.02 km

View of Mont Blanc

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This place offers splendid views of many Mont Blanc peaks, such as the summit, the Grand Jorasses and the Giant's Tooth.

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5.42 km

Punta della Croce and Ancient Fortifications

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Punta della Croce is a place that you cannot miss for the vast panorama that can be enjoyed from the top (2,432 meters above sea level). From here the view of Mont Blanc is truly incredible!

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11.6 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.34 km

4.96 km

210 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.80 km

1.71 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Monday 9 November

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Comments

June 25, 2022,da Lago d Arpy a Colle della Croce ( La Thuile)

Round trip starting from the Genzianella refuge, you enter the wood on an easy path, once you reach the Arpy lake the route is a little more demanding and technical. well cared .

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August 11, 2024,Colle della Croce: 11/08/2024

Easy walk to Colle della Croce with a view of the La Thuile valley and the Mont Blanc massif.
We start from Colle San Carlo and follow path no. 15 (more of a dirt road than a path) to reach the beautiful Arpy lake. It is an easy walk, with little slope: sometimes too “beaten”. From Arpy lake, take path …

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June 3, 2023,Lago d’Arpy e Punta della croce

Worse predictions than what actually happened: just a few drops when we were at the top. The highlights of today's ride were the beautiful Lago d'Arpy and the incredible fortifications dating back to the 27th century. The panorama must be exceptional on Mont Blanc but today all the highest peaks were in the clouds.

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July 18, 2026,Lago d'Arpy & punta della Croce, Monte Bianco 🇮🇹

Last real day of vacation before departure. I decide to go to the Italian side and it was sublime: the magnificent Lake Arpy in the early morning, and its stream. Then a beautiful climb and exploration of the 17th-18th century defense system, perched on the ridges, with majestic views of the Mont Blanc massif. Then a descent through the larch …

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July 14, 2024,Il meraviglioso Lago di Arpy, il maestoso Cervino e il panorama da Punta della Croce

July 24. Wonderful day for a memorable tour. Departure from the Genzianella car park following a beautiful path in the woods to find yourself in front of Lake Arpy. Blue and crystalline. From here a challenging climb along a T2 which takes us to the Motto della Croce where a corvaccio acts as guardian. Stunning view of the Bianco and …

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September 11, 2024,Aosta 2024 - Tag 3 🇮🇪 Lago Arpy und Punta della Croce

Incredibly beautiful hike with great views in perfect hiking weather. Absolutely recommended ✌️

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July 1, 2025,Escursione

Easy and quick start and finish. The approach from the crossroads to the lake, however, requires a little more effort even though it is all downhill. The view of the body of water is worth it anyway.

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