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Les Ayères fountain – Lac de Pormenaz loop from Lac Vert

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Les Ayères fountain – Lac de Pormenaz loop from Lac Vert

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Les Ayères fountain – Lac de Pormenaz loop from Lac Vert

07:30

16.8km

1,090m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 30, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 5.03 km for 713 m

After 12.0 km for 33 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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197 m

View of Mont Blanc from Plaine-Joux

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In winter, Plaine-Joux is a fairly busy ski resort that attracts winter sports enthusiasts. During the summer, hikers and cyclists come to discover the magnificent panorama facing Mont Blanc, at an altitude of 1,358 to 1,740 meters.

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1.41 km

Barmus

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Intersection point Barmus Chalet Altitude 1600m

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3.49 km

Les Ayères fountain

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Here there is a fountain to cool off in the middle of a hike. The water is not tested, so avoid drinking it. There is an unobstructed view of the Fiz range and the Mont-Blanc massif.

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4.42 km

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5.34 km

Iron Ladder to Lac de Pormenaz

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At 1,780 m, an iron ladder supports the further ascent to Lac de Pormenaz.

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5.87 km

Pond near Lake Pormenaz

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At 1,950 m the route goes from La Chorde past a small lake to Lac Pormenaz.

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8.01 km

Pointe Noire of Pormenaz

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Pointe Noire de Pormenaz ... A magnificent 360° view at 2,323m

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9.90 km

Lac de Pormenaz

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Unfortunately, due to French national park rules, dogs are not allowed to cross the trail - not even if they are on a leash. Camping is also prohibited.

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16.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.1 km

6.26 km

275 m

133 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.48 km

6.30 km

3.70 km

210 m

131 m

Elevation

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Weather

Thursday 9 July

24°C

11°C

46 %

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Les Ayères fountain – Lac de Pormenaz loop from Lac Vert

View of Mont Blanc from Plaine-Joux

Barmus

Les Ayères fountain

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Iron Ladder to Lac de Pormenaz

Pond near Lake Pormenaz

Pointe Noire of Pormenaz

Lac de Pormenaz

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