Mont-Saxonnex

Le Lac Bénit – Randonnée

Practical Info

Type of route

Loop

Distance in kilometers

7.8

Elevation in meters

480

Markup

Trail marked by directional posts (PDIPR)

Duration

03:00

Description

A nice walk to do with the family which offers a magnificent view of the surrounding valleys and mountains.
Bivouac is prohibited around the lake.

Step by step guide: From the car park, follow the wide track which goes up towards Lac Bénit. It winds up through the forest before following the ski lift. In front of you, the two characteristic eyes of little Bargy. At the Pierre à Muselire, go down to the edge of the lake. The return is via the same route. To do more of the Lac Bénit loop: From Lac Bénit to Morsullaz (parking): 1h20 Go back up to the Pierre à Muselire sign. Go left towards Enténiou. Go around the top of the chairlift to the left to go down towards Morsullaz (parking lot). Under the cliffs of Grand Bargy, you will reach the ski slope. Turn right to enter the forest and reach the departure point of the chairlift. From Morsullaz (parking) to Bété (parking): 25 minutes Follow the path on the right through the fields towards Les Côtes. At Bété d'en Haut, leave the path and take the asphalt road which will take you back to the Bété parking lot.