Historic trail to Lac de la Platé from Balme (via Route 4A)

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Historic trail to Lac de la Platé from Balme (via Route 4A)

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Historic trail to Lac de la Platé from Balme (via Route 4A)

06:54

15.6km

1,120m

Hiking

Historic alpine trail through Vallone di Youlaz to pristine Lac de la Platé surrounded by granite peaks.

Last updated: September 17, 2025

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

Get Directions

4.37 km

entrance to Vallone di Youlaz

Highlight • Gorge

4.44 km

View of Youlaz

Highlight • Viewpoint

Whether you are going up or down the Youlaz valley, the views of the surrounding mountains are extraordinary. The path is easy and comfortable as it follows the stream of …

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7.82 km

Laghi de la Plate

Lake

15.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.60 km

6.63 km

182 m

171 m

Surfaces

11.1 km

3.91 km

452 m

183 m

Elevation

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Historic trail to Lac de la Platé from Balme (via Route 4A)

entrance to Vallone di Youlaz

View of Youlaz

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