Lac du Clou is a secluded lake, hidden deep in the forested hills high above Arêches. The rooty trail that winds through the trees and past the lakeshore makes for an adventurous run on undulating, technical and stunningly beautiful terrain.

Last updated: June 10, 2024

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After 6.16 km for 410 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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Arêches

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Arêches is a village and ski resort in the Beaufortain, in the Savoie department of the French Alps. It's a great base for trail running, offering easy access to the …

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3.85 km

Plan Villard

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Plan Villard is an area of open, Alpine pasture above the village of Arêches. It's an enjoyable ascent to reach the plateau, climbing through the forest on beautiful, winding trails. …

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Lac du Clou

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Lac du Clou is a secluded, small lake nestled in a dense area of pine forest. There's an excellent waymarked running trail to here from the village of Arêches via Plan Villard.

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12.3 km

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Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.38 km

4.09 km

1.74 km

1.22 km

410 m

289 m

175 m

Surfaces

5.92 km

2.16 km

2.05 km

1.51 km

410 m

146 m

105 m

Elevation

Highest point (1,700 m)

Lowest point (1,000 m)

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