High-altitude lakes

• Lake Tuckett (Pelvoux)
  Nestled under the Glacier Blanc, it is the perfect break for a shot facing Mont Pelvoux. Accessible by following the path of the Glacier Blanc refuge.

• The Lake of Eychauda (Pelvoux)
  An astonishing milky blue, sometimes still sprinkled with ice in July. Located under the Séguret glacier, it deserves its reputation as a glacial jewel.

• The Lake of Puy Aillaud (Vallouise)
  An XXL panorama of the summit of the Condamine. Accessible on foot or by chairlift from Pelvoux-Vallouise in summer.

• Lake Fangeas (Freissinières)
  : A bucolic and secluded spot. From the hamlet of Dormillouse, a gentle climb takes you there, winding through waterfalls and lush greenery.

• Faravel & Palluel Lakes (Dormillouse)
  Choose your atmosphere: Faravel and its cairns or Palluel, peaceful and populated by marmots. Ideal for the day.

• Ascension Lakes (La Roche-de-Rame)
  A string of glacial lakes set in a wild, unspoiled landscape. For the more adventurous, continue on to the Tête du Peyron.
• The Lake of La Roche-de-Rame
  In relaxation mode? Supervised swimming, pedal boats and paddle in summer. Easily accessible, perfect for families.
• Lake Gerpa (Vallouise-Pelvoux)
  The lake was formed following a rockslide. “Gerpa” is the name of the locality where it is located: a beautiful slope of short grass that once extended all the way down to the Onde River and now stretches to the lake.

Season: June through September
Equipment: sturdy shoes, windbreaker, hiking poles, swimsuit
Preparation: GPS track or IGN map; early start recommended
Lodging: Vallouise, Freissinières, La Roche-de-Rame
Respect: stay on the trails, no picking, zero waste

So, ready to dive into the blue waters of the Écrins?