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Puy Vachier Lake

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Puy Vachier Lake

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    Location: La Grave, Briançon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte D'Azur, France

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    November 16, 2024

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    Spectacular lake at an altitude of 2,382 metres in the Meije massif.
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    August 8, 2025

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    The path to the lake is beautiful. It can be a bit challenging at times, but with good footwear, it's manageable. At the lake, you can hike slightly uphill to a refuge (a 20-minute walk).
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    1. Lac de Puy Vachier – Puy Vachier Lake loop from La Grave

    11.7km

    05:02

    980m

    980m

    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    Elevation 2,380 m

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