Views: Pointe de Sosay, Aiguilles Vertes, Col de Sosay, peak of Le Jallouvre, Plateau de Cenise, Aiguille Verte, Rochers de Leschaux
Herding dogs are present on this trail (Col de Sosay from the beginning of June to the middle of July and around the lake from the beginning of July to the end of September). Their approach must be done with great caution and certain instructions must be respected.
- Sport
Lessy lake by Cenise
This hike takes you around the foot of the Jalouvre, Le Petit-Bornand's highest peak (2408 m) and via the Col de Sosay from where you will be able to see the Lac de Lessy, the Jalouvre, the Pointe Blanche and the Plateau de Cenise.
Sport Lessy lake by Cenise Glières-Val-de-Borne
About
Difficult passages
At the Col de Sosay, the terrain is often slippery and dangerous.
Map references
IGN :3430 ET
Further informations
Rock, Stone, Ground
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Two other routes exist to go to the lake of Lessy : by Paradis or by Mayse
1/ From the parking lot, take the path towards Cenise. 2/ At the Chalets de Cenise, take the direction of the Lac de Lessy (right). 3/ Go up in the direction of the mountain pasture until under the ridge of Chevry 4/ Cross the mountain pasture in the direction of Jallouvre. You will see the chalets of Britalay. 5/ The path goes to the left and passes under the rocks. 6/ Go up on the flat, pass next to a pond, then take the path which goes along the side of the mountain through a scree and reaches the pass of Sosay (be careful, slippery and dangerous passage in wet weather, be careful). 7/ The arrival at the pass reveals the Lessy lake nestled at the foot of the Aiguille Verte. 8/ Follow the downhill path that leads quietly to the Lessy chalets overlooking the lake. 9/ The return will be on the same path as the first one.
Prices
Free access.
Reception
Swimming in the lake of Lessy is strictly forbidden! A high altitude lake has a very fragile ecosystem that must not be disturbed.
Domestic dogs are not recommended Please note that dogs must be kept on a leash because of the presence of herds and for the protection of the fauna and flora of our mountains.
Period of practice
From 15/06 to 15/10.
Subject to favorable weather.
Services
- Pets welcome
- Car park
Contacts
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