ヴァルサヴァランシュの湖・トップ20

Ridiculous climb, road and valley, first 4 km with some hard but balanced stretches of flat ground, the last 7 km are tough. Very degraded asphalt, with eight sectors where the road has been restored after landslides, then asphalt disappeared. There are 8 drainage grates to watch out for, they cross the road and are made of iron rods that fit a 25 tire comfortably. With a road bike, to be avoided on days of uncertain weather, the road sees the constant presence of stones and armrests, with water I think it's a mess.

for updated info due to recent landslides on the road read here ➡️ http://www.rifugiopontese.it/ and/or contact the Pontese Refuge which can be reached on foot from the Sernior area

The route is no longer accessible, the electricity company no longer even allows hikers (you risk a fine for infringement of private property)

Going up towards Nivolet, you can stop at a highly panoramic point where you can photograph the lakes.

It's worth going to see it, then it's better to return via the short detour path because the descent towards Chamolé is not very enjoyable.

Small lake which is worth the short detour before taking the descent to Pila.

This mountain lake at an altitude of 2300 meters was once a glacier. As you approach the lake you have a wonderful view of Mont Blanc, the valley of the Great Saint Bernard and the Gran Combin.

If the temperature allows it (in July it should be perfect) a dip in the lake is a fantastic emotion! The water is chilly (4 or 5°) but after the effort made to climb it gives a crazy charge!