{"id":26696,"date":"2026-10-09T12:57:51","date_gmt":"2026-10-09T10:57:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.camping-eden-savoie.com\/?p=26696"},"modified":"2026-10-09T12:57:53","modified_gmt":"2026-10-09T10:57:53","slug":"lac-de-la-plagne-hike","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.camping-eden-savoie.com\/en\/travel-guide\/lac-de-la-plagne-hike\/","title":{"rendered":"Hike to Lac de la Plagne in the Vanoise"},"content":{"rendered":"

Lac de la Plagne<\/strong> lies at an altitude of 2,144 m, in the heart of the Vanoise National Park. Accessible from the Rosuel refuge in Peisey-Nancroix, this 7.6-hectare natural lake<\/strong> is 19 m deep. Its azure waters reflect the surrounding snow-capped peaks. The sound of Tarine cows’ bells completes this mountain atmosphere. Between hiking, fishing and a staffed refuge, the site attracts many walkers every summer!<\/p>\n

Here is everything you need to know to prepare this outing during your stay at our campsite in Savoie<\/a>.<\/p>\n

A high-altitude lake in the heart of the Vanoise National Park<\/h2>\n

Lac de la Plagne<\/strong> sits in a glacial cirque in the upper Peisey-Nancroix valley, in Savoie. With a surface area of 7.6 hectares<\/strong> and a depth of 19 metres<\/strong>, it is one of the largest natural lakes in the massif. Its intense azure waters reflect the snow-capped peaks. The sound of Tarine cows’ bells sets the rhythm.<\/p>\n

The site belongs to the Vanoise National Park<\/strong>, the first national park created in France. Chamois, marmots and bearded vultures live in the area. As for the flora, the peat bogs around the lake are home to protected species.<\/p>\n

The lake is as suited to contemplation as it is to high-altitude fishing<\/strong>!<\/p>\n

How to get to Lac de la Plagne from Peisey-Nancroix?<\/h2>\n

The hike starts at the Rosuel refuge<\/strong>, accessible by car from Peisey-Nancroix. The trail then follows the famous GR5<\/strong> southwards. Allow about 5 hours of walking<\/strong> for this 15 km loop, with 700 m of ascent. The route is graded difficult (red) and suits hikers in good physical condition.<\/p>\n

The route first crosses an alder grove, then gradually climbs to the R\u00e8be passage. Waterfalls follow one another along the path, including the Nants Pourris falls. You then cross several streams and wetlands before reaching Lac de la Plagne<\/strong>. The ideal period is from June to September, when the trail is clear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Key facts<\/strong><\/td>\nDetails<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Start<\/td>\nRosuel refuge (Peisey-Nancroix)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Distance<\/td>\n15 km (loop)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Ascent<\/td>\n700 m<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Duration<\/td>\nAbout 5 h<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Difficulty<\/td>\nDifficult (red)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Season<\/td>\nJune to September<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Waymarking<\/td>\nGR5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Good to know:<\/strong> dogs are not allowed in the core area of the Vanoise National Park. With your four-legged friend, stay on the left bank. Do not go beyond the Entre le Lac refuge.<\/p>\n

What to see and do at Lac de la Plagne?<\/h2>\n

Lac de la Plagne<\/strong> offers much more than a simple hiking destination. Here are the activities and points of interest that await you there.<\/p>\n