This plateau is an historic crossing point between France and Italy. Since it was formerly a protected border, many military works have been built there. Fort Ronce is your first stop. The door is open, come on in and picture the life of the Italian soldiers stationed here all year round, under the watchful eye of the French soldiers stationed across the way! Like them, enjoy the breathtaking view of the lake with turquoise waters and the glaciers of the Vanoise. Then continue your ascent on the gently sloping path to Clair lake, whose waters are fed by glacial melt pouring in from the glaciers that overlook it. The water's none too warm... Peace and quiet reign here, interrupted only by the tinkling of cowbells and the whistling of the playful marmots. You'll come across a few rock blocks scattered along the path, so take care as you navigate through them. As you turn back, towards the sun reflected on the distant waters of Mont Cenis lake, a burst of colours greets your enchanted eyes: alpine flowers that only grow at this altitude, such as violets, bluebell campanulas, and yellow trolles.
Guidebook with maps/step-by-step
To guide you in the field, consult the "step-by-step" directional diagram provided in pdf.
Ouverture
From 15/06 to 15/10.
Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.
Tarifs
Free access.
Contact et accès RD 1006 - Plan des Fontainettes Lanslebourg-Mont-Cenis 73480 Val-Cenis Savoie (73)
