Goleon Lake and Hut
With incredible views of the mountains, the Goléon Lake hike is absolutely handsome, wildlife and alpine flowers will be waiting for you!
ITINERARY
Follow the dirt track from Les Hières and cross the lovely hamlet of Valfroide, where many houses still have stone roofs. Then follow the path up along the right-hand bank of the Maurian mountain stream. The path gently climbs through a large field and then becomes gradually steeper over the rock sill. You’ll have then to continue zigzaging. After skirting round some rocky outcrops, you’ll reach the top of the rock sill, which marks the beginning of the valley sheltering the lake and the refuge of Goléon. You then join the refuge (on your left) in a few minutes, in the alpine pastures. If you feel like it, you can continue your walk along the lake on the left side, spectacular panorama guaranteed !
Overtures :
From May to October, depending on weather and snow conditions.
Parking des Hières
Les Hières
05320 La Grave
Phone : 04 76 79 90 05
Phone : 04 76 79 90 21
Goleon Mountain Hut
Nestled in its valley, the Refuge du Goléon awaits you, summer and winter alike! The hut keepers will welcome you with a smile with meals prepared with care, from organic and local products. See you soon!
Goléon lake
From the Goleon Lake, you'll have breathtaking views of the surrounding glaciers and of the peaks of La Meije, Aiguilles d'Arves and Aiguilles de la Saussaz.
Natura 2000 - Haute Romanche
The world's largest network of biodiversity conservation.
Natura 2000 is born from the desire to maintain this biodiversity while taking into account, social, economic, cultural and regional activities.
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Lake of Lauvitel
Located at an altitude of 1530 metres, the Lauvitel lake is the largest lake in the Ecrins massif and can be reached from the hamlet of La Danchère.
Sentier d'interprétation du lac du Goléon
The interpretation trail created by Natura 2000 allows you to discover the history and natural environment of Lac du Goléon. All along the trail, you'll find a number of small explanatory markers to help you decipher the Goléon environment.