Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Lac Blanc

Located in the heart of the Aiguilles Rouges Nature Reserve, one of the most beautiful mountain lakes, famous for its unique panorama facing the Mont-Blanc Massif.
Please note: in order to preserve the mountain lakes, swimming is now prohibited in the Lac Blanc and the Lacs des Chéserys by prefectural decree.

The lake is made up of two parts. The place offers an exceptional panorama of the Mont-Blanc massif. Its postcard landscape has been attracting tourists from all over the world for decades.
Further information) :
Dogs are not accepted because the lake is within the perimeter of the nature reserve.
Tips and Suggestions

Be careful, high altitude lakes are fragile! Respect the area: avoid swimming or washing dishes, trampling on wet areas, putting watercraft in the water (buoys, paddles, etc.) and throwing nothing into the lake (stones, waste).

Rankings & Labels

  • Nature reserve of France

Location details

Lake located in the mountains, accessible by hiking only.
Accessible from the Col des Montets (around 3 hours of walking) or from the village of Argentière (around 3 hours).
  • In the mountains

Opening

Opening hours from June 20 to October 31, 2024
MondayOpen
TuesdayOpen
WednesdayOpen
ThursdayOpen
FridayOpen
SaturdayOpen
SundayOpen
Hike accessible depending on the snow cover
Further information) :
Subject to favorable weather conditions
Subject to snow conditions

Prices

Free

Services

Home animals

Pets are not accepted

Linked offers

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Address

74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
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