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Arc 1950/2000 towards the Lake Trail

Peace and cool of the mountain lakes.

Sport Arc 1950/2000 towards the Lake Trail Les Arcs

About

Departing from Les Arcs (73700)
Average length : 02h00
Total elevation gain : 324m
Distance : 3.18km
Signed walking trail
Animals allowed

Start close to the Lac de Saint Jacques and follow the les lacs footpath.
It is possible to take the Aiguille Rouge cable car by taking footpaths 16 then 21.Walk with ascent/descent, mixed terrain sometimes uneven. For experienced walkers.
Experienced trail walker.

Itinerary
Total elevation gain : 324m
Altitude max : 2565m

Signs

The trail is indicated by yellow signs with a green inscription. You can also find yellow rectangles painted on stones or ponds.

Map references

TOP 25 IGN 3532 ET

Topoguides references

Path n°15 on our map

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    From Place Olympique, take the path towards the Chalet de l'Arc and the small Chapelle St Jacques. Take the marked path “Sentier des Lacs” which passes under the St Jacques chairlift and provides access to the lake of the same name. Then go back up under the Varet gondola and continue along the mountainside towards a small flat area overlooking Lac de l'Homme. Continue straight ahead. The path on the right goes down to Lac Marlou. Then take the path on the left which leads to Lac des Moutons.

    Return by the same route.

    For a day trip, you can go to the Mont Pourri refuge.

    Prices

    Free access.

    Reception

    Animals allowed
    Languages spoken : French
    Not adapted to strollers

    Period of practice

    From 01/06 to 01/11.

    Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

    Services
    • Pets welcome

    Access

    Place Olympique Arc 2000 Versant des Arcs 73700 Les Arcs
    Departing from : Les Arcs (73700)
    Latitude : 45.563254 - Longitude : 6.829367

    Depart from Arc 2000, Place Olympique near the Cabriolet lift.

    Information update on 18/04/2024 by Les Arcs Bourg Saint Maurice Tourisme