Walk along the Lac Blanc Trail

Medium
1.5km
Round trip
+80m
-80m
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Description

From the Pic Blanc 2 arrival station, head down to the lakeshore. Steep path

Access: Grandes Rousses area
You can start from the Pic Blanc 2 arrival station
Difficulty: moderate
One-way duration: 1 hour

  • Wear hiking boots rather than sneakers on mountain trails

  • Bring rain gear (the weather changes quickly in the mountains), sunglasses, a hat or cap, sunscreen, a bottle of water (or baby bottle), and a snack

  • Avoid going too high in altitude with a baby under 1 year old (risk of ear infections)

  • Stay well-hydrated (especially children)

  • Choose hikes suitable for the children’s ages (duration, elevation gain)

  • Take regular breaks
    You should also remember to:

  • Check the weather forecast

  • Check the ski lift schedules

  • Familiarize yourself with the route

  • Protected plants, wildlife, and minerals are part of the landscape. Please respect them.

  • Take all your trash with you. Recycling bins are available at the resort.

  • It is recommended that you keep your dogs on a leash.

  • During your hikes, you may need to cross cattle pens. Please remember to close them behind you.

  • You may encounter herds of sheep grazing. Guardian dogs are there to protect them. They are not trained to be aggressive but are trained to act as a deterrent.

Marking

Map references

Amenities

Guided steps

Address
gare d'arrivée du télécabine Pic Blanc 2, 38750, Alpe d'Huez

Please note that car access to the Les Lacs area is limited. Prefer access by shuttle (9am to 11pm: https://www.alpedhuez-resalp.com) or gondola (9am to 5:30pm).

Opening
From 01/05 to 30/11/2026. Subject to access conditions (snow, roadworks...).

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Address
gare d'arrivée du télécabine Pic Blanc 2, 38750, Alpe d'Huez

Please note that car access to the Les Lacs area is limited. Prefer access by shuttle (9am to 11pm: https://www.alpedhuez-resalp.com) or gondola (9am to 5:30pm).

Opening
From 01/05 to 30/11/2026. Subject to access conditions (snow, roadworks...).