{"id":46082,"date":"2025-07-22T12:24:10","date_gmt":"2025-07-22T10:24:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.paysdesecrins.com\/must-see-sites\/high-altitude-lakes\/"},"modified":"2025-08-06T13:03:21","modified_gmt":"2025-08-06T11:03:21","slug":"high-altitude-lakes","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.paysdesecrins.com\/en\/i-choose\/must-see-sites\/high-altitude-lakes\/","title":{"rendered":"High-altitude lakes"},"content":{"rendered":"
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HIGH-ALTITUDE LAKES <\/em>Bursts of blue, reflections of peaks<\/h2><\/div>\n\n

Looking for fresh air, grandiose panoramas and alpine freshness? The high-altitude lakes of the Pays des \u00c9crins offer you a winning combo: turquoise waters, glaciers in the background and wild trails. Prepare your bag, we’ll take you to see the most beautiful spots.<\/p>\n\n

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\u00a0Discover exceptional sites <\/h3><\/div>
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  • 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. <\/li>\n<\/ul>
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    • The Lake of Eychauda (Pelvoux)
      An astonishing milky blue, sometimes still sprinkled with ice in July. Located under the S\u00e9guret glacier, it deserves its reputation as a glacial jewel. <\/li>\n<\/ul>
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      • 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. <\/li>\n<\/ul>
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        • Lake Fangeas (Freissini\u00e8res)
          Bucolic and discreet. From the hamlet of Dormillouse, a gentle climb takes you there, between waterfalls and greenery. <\/li>\n<\/ul>
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          • Faravel & Palluel Lakes (Dormillouse)
            Choose your atmosphere: Faravel and its cairns or Palluel, peaceful and populated by marmots. Ideal for the day. <\/li>\n<\/ul>
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            • Ascension Lakes (La Roche-de-Rame)
              A string of glacial lakes in a wild setting. For the most motivated, extend to the T\u00eate du Peyron. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • The Lake of La Roche-de-Rame
              In relaxation mode? Supervised swimming, pedal boats and paddle in summer. Easily accessible, perfect for families. <\/li>\n<\/ul>

              Practical information<\/h3><\/div>

              Season: June to September
              Equipment: good shoes, windbreaker, poles, swimsuit
              Preparation: GPS track or IGN map, early departure recommended
              Accommodation: Vallouise, Freissini\u00e8res, La Roche-de-Rame
              Respect: stay on the trails, no picking, zero waste

              So, are you ready to dive into the blue of the \u00c9crins?<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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