3.6 km away
Aiguille Verte et lac de Lessy
A classic lake and summit combination.
Severe Hiking
- Distance
- 13 km
- Ascent
- 1.1 km
- Descent
- 1.1 km
Lac de Lessy and Aiguille Verte by paradis
Arve Valley
Lac de lessy and Aiguille verte from the parking of paradis
Hiking Moderate
- Distance
- 12 km
- Ascent
- 793 m
- Descent
- 793 m
- Duration
- 3-4 hrs
- Low Point
- 1.3 km
- High Point
- 2 km
- Gradient
- 15˚
This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's remote, it features medium exposure and is typically done between June and October. From a low point of 1.3 km to the maximum altitude of 2 km, the route covers 12 km, 793 vertical metres of ascent and 793 vertical metres of descent.
- •
- •
- •
Description
Going throught a forest and a scree, high chance of seeing chamois (especially in the early morning or the evening) and beautiful view on the top of the Aiguille Verte. The scree is relatively flat but its is followed by a bit steep climb with a ladder that can totally be avoid.
Difficulty
Moderate
Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be present.
Medium Exposure
The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.
Remoteness
Away from help but easily accessed.
Best time to visit
Features
- Wildlife
- Water features
- Forestry or heavy vegetation
Similar routes nearby
8.8 km away
Pointe Percée
Scramble/climb up a relatively technical ascent to the top of Pointe Percée.
Extreme Hiking
- Distance
- 9.1 km
- Ascent
- 1.1 km
- Descent
- 1.1 km
- •
- •