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The Lac Vert by Mossette from Avoriaz

A nice walk with a wonderful view on the Chablais range and the Lac Vert.

Sport The Lac Vert by Mossette from Avoriaz Avoriaz

About

Departing from Avoriaz (74110)
Average length : 03h30
Vertical drop : 1030m
Distance : 9.9km
Signed walking trail
Animals not allowed

The footpath sets off from the Avoriaz Plateau with quite a step climb (70m uphill) up onto the Avoriaz ridge.
1-Near by the Cascade des Brochaux, catch the Mossettes chairlift. At the top of the chairlift (2277m) you will be in Switzerland (yellow footpath signs). Walk down towards the Lac Vert (1972m) and the "refuge" (40min). You might bump into the local shepherd with his flock of sheeps.
2-From the lake, walk up to the Col de Chésery (1992m) which marks the French-Swiss border. From the pass, follow the GR5 track to the Col de Rochasson (watch out for mountain bikers.)
3-At the connection with Chaux Fleurie (1805m altitude marker) leave the trail going up to Rochassons and fork left towards Lécherette and Lindarets. The footpath crosses a small stream then continues in wide loops down to Lécherette.

Loop
Altitude max : 2277m
Vertical drop : 1030m

Signs

Yellow signs in Switzerland.

Further informations

Ground

Prices

Free access. Skilift in charged but included in the Multi-Pass.

Reception

Animals not allowed
Languages spoken : French
Languages of documentation : English, French
Not adapted to strollers

Period of practice

From 02/07 to 28/08.
Access depending on the snow level, on weather conditions and only when the lifts are open. Before leaving find out about the access to the Tourist Office.

Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

Access

Plateau d'Avoriaz 608 Route de l'Alpage 74110 Avoriaz
Departing from : Avoriaz (74110)
Latitude : 46.19432 - Longitude : 6.77282

The Lac Vert is in Switzerland, do not forget to take your ID in case of control.

Information update on 29/04/2022 by Office de Tourisme Avoriaz 1800