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Hiking : Lac du Pys - Sentier Balcon

France Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Savoy

Claude Le Borgne

Claude Le Borgne

Bertrand PLEUTIN

Bertrand PLEUTIN

Quentin Douchet

This hiking route takes you to the beautiful area of Lac du Pys on the Sentier Balcon trail. The trail is 10.052 kilometers long with an elevation gain of 707 meters, making it a difficult hike that will take approximately 4 hours and 5 minutes to complete.

As you start your journey, you will come across various points of interest along the way. At the beginning of the trail, you will find a parking area for your convenience. Further along, about 0.03 kilometers from the start, there is another parking area with no fee required. This can be a good spot to park your vehicle if the first parking area is full.

Midway through the hike, approximately 5.03 kilometers from the start, you will reach the refreshing Lac du Pys. This picturesque spring is a great place to take a break, enjoy the scenery, and maybe even have a picnic.

Throughout the hike, there are also amenities available to hikers. Around 0.25 kilometers from the start, there is a cafe where you can grab a snack or a drink. Additionally, at various points along the trail, you will find informational points of interest such as Pont Saint-Clair, which is about 0.05 kilometers from the start.

It is important to note that this is an out-and-back route, so you will be retracing your steps on the way back. Make sure to bring plenty of water, as well as snacks and sunscreen. It is also advisable to check the weather forecast before heading out, as conditions can change quickly in the mountains.

Overall, this challenging hike offers stunning views and interesting points of interest along the way. Enjoy the natural beauty of Lac du Pys on the Sentier Balcon trail!