Tucked in the hollow of the Aiguilles Rouges within the Nature Reserve, this beautiful lake is often snowed over. It reigns at the centre of a splendid view over the Aiguilles de Chamonix, Les Drus, and La Verte. You will find the Lac Blanc mountain refuge on arrival.
Start from Col des Montets: behind the Nature Reserve's chalet, follow the footpath as it winds its way 400 metres up a combe to the steep plateau of La Remuaz. Down below on the left, you will see the Jeunesse et Montagne monument (1943) and on the right the small Lac de la Remuaz. The path then takes you to the Tête aux Vents junction. Turn right and follow the path along a ridge. If you keep to the right-hand side footpath, you will be rewarded with views of five beautiful lakes as you ascend. After the last lake, the path becomes steeper and there is an equipped section to help you negotiate the huge rounded boulders. This brings you out into a hollow where you will find the lake and the mountain refuge.
More information at the Tourist Office, the High Mountain Office, and in our hiking guide.
Careful: path conditions may change - remember to check the latest information before setting off.
- Sport
Hike to Lac Blanc from Col des Montets
An unrivalled view over the Mont Blanc Massif.
Sport Hike to Lac Blanc from Col des Montets Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
About
Further informations
Stone, Ground
Prices
Free access.
Reception
Dogs are not permitted as the path is in the Nature Reserve Les Aiguilles Rouges.
Dogs are not permitted in the Nature Reserve Les Aiguilles Rouges.
Period of practice
From 15/06 to 01/11.
Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.
Services
- Restaurant
- Car park
Contacts
Access
Nearest bus stop : Montroc (20 minutes by foot)
Nearest train stop : Montroc train station (20 minutes by foot)
Nearest parking : Col des Montets car-park
