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Hiking Trail: Lac de Roy

Hiking
Easy
1h10min
6.7km
Round trip
+73m
-76m
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Description

The perfect family hike! Head to the mountain pastures near Lake Roy, the jewel of Praz de Lys Sommand, facing Mont Blanc.

The magnificent Roy Glacial Lake, a true gem of our resort. Panoramic views of the Grandes Alpes.
The walk to the lake along this balcony-like trail facing Mont Blanc is breathtaking.
Marmots are sure to be out on the mountain pasture—be sure to set aside time to watch them!
During summer vacation, the site can get very crowded: it’s best to go before noon or in the late afternoon, and be sure to use the Giffre shuttle buses to get to the starting point.

Difficult sections

WARNING!
The trail starting at Les Molliettes and heading toward Lac de Roy is no longer accessible. Instead, start from Col de la Ramaz or Les Molliettes and head toward Brésy and La Combe de Gron (via the Roy chalets).

Marking

Map references

IGN Map 3429 ET (Bonneville / Cluses / Le Faucigny)

Amenities

Guided steps

From the Col de la Ramaz, follow the wide, rocky trail with a gentle incline toward Lac de Roy. During the summer, there are herds on the Véran mountain pasture; be sure to close the gates behind you.
1/ You can either walk around the lake or extend the hike by heading up to the ridge for a bird’s-eye view of the Giffre Valley, Le Môle, and the Aravis Mountains (a 360-degree panorama from the Pointe du Haut-Fleury).

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Address
Parking du Col de la Ramaz, Praz de Lys, 74440, Taninges

From Sommand, take the Ramaz Road toward Praz de Lys; upon reaching the Ramaz Pass at 1,619 meters, continue on foot toward the lake. From Praz de Lys, take the Ramaz Road toward Sommand; upon reaching the Ramaz Pass, head toward Lac de Roy.

Opening
From 15/05 to 15/11 daily. Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

Subject to favorable weather, Subject to snow conditions

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Address
Parking du Col de la Ramaz, Praz de Lys, 74440, Taninges

From Sommand, take the Ramaz Road toward Praz de Lys; upon reaching the Ramaz Pass at 1,619 meters, continue on foot toward the lake. From Praz de Lys, take the Ramaz Road toward Sommand; upon reaching the Ramaz Pass, head toward Lac de Roy.

Opening
From 15/05 to 15/11 daily. Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

Subject to favorable weather, Subject to snow conditions