Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 30, 2026

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3.56 km

Lake Carrelet

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Lake Carrelet is located immediately below the Alpette-Rousses cable car. If you'd like to enjoy the view in complete relaxation, the Auberge de l'Alpette, located a little higher up, offers a wonderful break.

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3.57 km

L'Alpette

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The Alpette cable car takes you to an altitude of 2,000 meters on the Plateau des Lacs where many hikes, whether on foot or by bike, start.
You can also find restrooms and high-altitude restaurants for a panoramic break.

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5.19 km

Lac de la Faucille

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A nice lake to take a break, have a picnic and admire the landscape by the water.

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6.19 km

Lake Besson

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Lake located next to Lac Noir, it is the first lake that you will see if you arrive from the parking lot.

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6.56 km

Three lakes viewpoint

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By taking the chemin des lacs from the resort between DMC 1 and 2, you come to a superb viewpoint which reveals the magnificent lake complex made up of the …

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6.91 km

The crossroads

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7.03 km

Lacs de la Valette

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All along the loop a fantastic spectacle overlooking a sea of clouds with a blazing sun despite the 13 degrees. Sumptuous reliefs and horizons to take your breath away.

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13.0 km

Oz 3300 station

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Connected to Alpe d'Huez, Oz 3300 is a resort with a family charm, on a human scale, with its chalets and residences made of wood and stone.

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13.2 km

End point

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.53 km

4.71 km

1.47 km

368 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.54 km

3.13 km

1.26 km

519 m

318 m

246 m

147 m

Elevation

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Highest point (2,100 m)

Lowest point (1,340 m)

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Sunday 12 April

9°C

3°C

82 %

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Lake Carrelet – Lac de la Faucille loop from Le Roubier

Lake Carrelet

L'Alpette

Lac de la Faucille

Lake Besson

Three lakes viewpoint

The crossroads

Lacs de la Valette

Oz 3300 station

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