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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
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Distance
9.5km
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Difficulté
Difficile
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Type d'itinéraire
BOUCLE
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Dénivelé positif
540m
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Dénivelé négatif
540m
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Durée
03h00
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Itinéraire balisé
Yes
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Nature du terrain
Rock,
Stone,
Ground,
Not suitable for strollers
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Altitude maximum
2118m
Opening period
From 24/06 to 10/09 between 9 am and 5 pm.
Subject to snow conditions.
Location
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Distance
9.5km
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Durée
03h00
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Difficulté
Difficile
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Dénivelé positif
540m
