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Lac des Fétoules by le Refuge de la Lavey

Lac des Fétoules by le Refuge de la Lavey
Lac des Fétoules by le Refuge de la Lavey
Lac des Fétoules by le Refuge de la Lavey

Description

Starting from the Refuge de la Lavey, carry on up the Vallon de la Muande and then take the path up towards the Tete des Fétoules.

At 2249 m, Lac des Fétoules is a small mountain lake just the way we like them! Set on a small grassy plateau, the view over the valley and the Écrins glaciers is magical. A great hike to do with an overnight stay at the Lavey refuge for families who want to experience a real immersion in the heart of the Oisans mountains and the Parc des Écrins.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION :
Start: Lavey refuge
Ascent: 452 m
Duration: 2 hours
Distance: 10.8 km
Level: difficult

ROUTE :
After the refuge, cross the torrent de la Muande and turn left towards the Lac des Fétoules. Winding ascent over scree and grassy slopes to Lac des Fétoules. The descent is then quite steep to reach the refuge path. You can return via Lac des Fétoules, a little-frequented route at the foot of the Tête des Fétoules.


HIKING IN THE HEART OF THE ECRINS NATIONAL PARK
The Écrins massif is an exceptional area, open to all, with a rare natural, cultural and landscape heritage. To protect these treasures, the heart of the park is marked with blue-white-red painted flags, where regulations must be respected. Please take note of them when planning your hike to preserve this collective asset on the ecrins-parcnational.fr website.

Please note that dogs are not allowed in the Park, even on a leash.

Technical Information

Walking
Difficulty
Medium
Duration
2h
Dist.
11 km
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Starting point

Parking de Champhorent , 38520Saint-Christophe-en-Oisans - La Bérarde
Lat : 44.906641Lng : 6.216658

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La Lavey mountain hut

TEMPORARILY CLOSEDSituated at an altitude of 1797 m, 2 hours' walk from the hamlet of Champhorrent on an easy path up the Muande torrent, this is a place where mountaineers, hikers and mountain people can meet and share their emotions. At the refuge you'll find everything you need for this special adventure, and the wardens are on hand to advise, inform and guide you in your choice of itinerary. At the foot of accessible glaciers and lakes (la Muande, les Rouies, les Sellettes, les Bêches, les Fétoules...), fauna, flora and herds are waiting for you, and everyone, from the youngest to the oldest, from the contemplative to the adventurous, from the climber to the walker, will find what they're looking for. You'll be able to sample organic and local produce, all in a creative and colorful cuisine. Every summer, a program of events is organized to offer concerts, shows and evening events for all to enjoy. Don't hesitate to follow our news online! Respect the legislation of the Parc National des Ecrins.

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Museum " mountaineering Memory"

Located in the centre of Saint-Christophe, just a stone's throw from the moving cemetery where the famous mountain guides from La Bérarde and the Vénéon are buried, the Museum is a must-see for all mountain lovers.In this high-perched village, a little lost for some, the museum gets to the heart of the matter. in the heart of the mountains. In the heart of the mountains, 400m² of space evoke the history of mountaineering and the strong emotions of this practice synonymous with adventure, commitment, passion and freedom. Discover this high-altitude territory through the adventures of pioneering mountaineers and early guides, including Gaspard, winner of La Meije. Climb these prestigious peaks alongside the first female mountaineers. Finally, cross the ice in our temporary exhibition. LABEL: The museum is a member of the Route des Savoir-Faire de l'Oisans. Guided tours once a week in summer.

405 route de la Bérarde la Ville 38520 Saint-Christophe-en-Oisans - La Bérarde
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Date and time

  • From 15/05/2024 to 31/10/2024
  • From 15/05/2025 to 31/10/2025

Additional information

Tips

The Lavey refuge is guarded from June to September,
ideal to continue your stay towards the lake of Rouies or the lake of Bêches

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Oisans Tourisme - 06/09/2024
www.oisans.com
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Open period

From 15/05 to 31/10.

Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

Location complements

To reach the Lavey refuge, park in Champhorent and walk for 2.5 hours.

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1 bis rue Humbert 38520 Le Bourg d'Oisans France

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We have no information on the difficulty of this circuit. You may encounter some surprises along the way. Before you go, please feel free to inquire more and take all necessary precautions. Have a good trip! 🌳🥾