View of the Chartreuse Massif – Plain below Lac du Crozet loop from Parking du Pré Molard

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View of the Chartreuse Massif – Plain below Lac du Crozet loop from Parking du Pré Molard

Hard

4.7

(9)

104

hikers

View of the Chartreuse Massif – Plain below Lac du Crozet loop from Parking du Pré Molard

09:53

20.4km

1,430m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 26, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 8.77 km for 288 m

After 10.7 km for 2.87 km

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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4.38 km

View of the Chartreuse Massif

Highlight • Viewpoint

On the way to Lac du Crozet, don't miss the superb view of the Chartreuse massif on the other side of the Grésivaudan valley.

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5.69 km

Plain below Lac du Crozet

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a small, invigorating step before the lake and the associated crowds

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6.52 km

Lake Crozet

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It is a superb lake, perched at an altitude of 1,974 meters and surrounded by imposing rocky peaks. From there, we have a beautiful view of the Charterhouse.

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6.88 km

Viewpoint

8.50 km

bivouac area with waterfall

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A flat area suitable for bivouacking, just above the Pra refuge.
There's a waterfall and river for collecting water, as well as stone circles to protect your tent from the wind.

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9.31 km

Petit Domenon Lake

Highlight • Lake

Stopover point of the coveted Croix de Belledonne, this lake is one of the highest in Belledonne and offers an exceptional setting!

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9.80 km

Grand Doménon Lake

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12.1 km

Glacier de Freydane

Highlight • Natural

Magnificent access to the Col de Freydane from Lac Blanc, under the glacier.

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13.9 km

White Lake

Highlight • Lake

Lac Blanc is a magnificent emerald color - the path from the Jean Collet refuge is not technically difficult, and it is one of the Belledone lakes to visit. It is a famous bivouac site.

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20.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

16.7 km

2.22 km

1.41 km

< 100 m

Surfaces