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Pelvoux

Lac de la Blanche – Three Refuges Viewpoint loop from Vallouise

Hard

4.8

(16)

211

hikers

Lac de la Blanche – Three Refuges Viewpoint loop from Vallouise

08:10

14.9km

1,410m

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: August 10, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 5.37 km for 789 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

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1

80 m

Panorama Puy Aillaud

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The top of this climb is tough to reach, but once you get there, it offers a beautiful view.

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2

213 m

Puy Aillaud

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Puy-Aillaud is a characteristic village located at 1600 meters above sea level, perched on a rocky spur in the southern foothills of the Blanche, in the commune of Vallouise, in the French Dauphiné.

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3

2.41 km

Sonnenaufgang

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4

5.59 km

La Blanche summit

Highlight • Monument

Impressive 360° panorama! A short technical section with a handrail just before reaching the summit, but it's definitely worth it! Avoid in wet weather; the technical section includes stone slabs …

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5

7.31 km

Lac de la Blanche

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Lac de la Blanche, a calm mountain lake fed by the meltwater from the surrounding peaks. On Stage 3 of Le Pilgrimage Trail, it’s the perfect spot to pause and maybe dip your toes into the cool water.

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6

9.72 km

Three Refuges Viewpoint

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Facing Pellevoux and Ailefroide, you can see the refuges of Pellevoux, Sélé and Glacier Blanc

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7

14.0 km

Spectacular vieuw

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B

14.9 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.4 km

2.26 km

461 m

389 m

306 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.9 km

1.43 km

774 m

682 m

< 100 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (2,880 m)

Lowest point (1,560 m)

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Thursday 27 August

16°C

8°C

79 %

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