The Two Lakes Loop

One of the most beautiful hikes in Les Carroz, with the Vernant and Airon lakes and a breathtaking panorama from the top of the Tête des Saix.

Description

Tour around the Pointe de Corbalanche to discover the Combe Enverse and the Lac de Vernant (trout fishing), then climb to the Tête des Saix (2118m), the highest point in Les Carroz, with panoramic views of the Mont-Blanc chain and the Haut-Giffre and Aravis massifs. Option to have a drink or a bite to eat at the Croc Blanc restaurant: +33 (0)6 61 48 26 08.
Then down into the combe de l'Airon with its lake and mountain pasture farm (restaurant and cheese shop in season: +33 (0)4 50 90 33 84 / +33 (0)6 50 32 52 54).

Outside gondola opening dates, the hike can be made from the Airon bend (about 8km towards Flaine - 8th hairpin bend after Les Molliets).

Itinéraire

• Distance 9.5km
• Difficulté Difficile
• Type d'itinéraire BOUCLE
• Dénivelé positif 540m
• Dénivelé négatif 540m
• Durée 03h00
• Itinéraire balisé Yes
• Nature du terrain Rock, Stone, Ground, Not suitable for strollers
• Altitude maximum 2118m

Opening period

From 24/06 to 10/09 between 9 am and 5 pm.

Subject to snow conditions.

Location

Documents

• The Two Lakes Loop
• The Two Lakes Loop
• The Two Lakes Loop

Animals

Pets allowed : Yes

Pets accepted at extra cost : No