Col de la Forclaz – Lessy Refuge loop from Le Chinaillon
Col de la Forclaz – Lessy Refuge loop from Le Chinaillon
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Col de la Forclaz – Lessy Refuge loop from Le Chinaillon
07:20
15.5km
1,230m
Mountaineering
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: July 8, 2026
Tips
Includes segments that may be dangerous
Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.
After 8.84 km for 74 m
After 9.98 km for 295 m
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
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4.05 km
Aiguille Verte
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4.92 km
Aiguille Verte
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4.96 km
View of Lac de Lessy
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5.80 km
Col de la Forclaz
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6.81 km
Lessy Refuge
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7.03 km
Lac de Lessy
Highlight • Lake
8.38 km
Sosay Pass (1955 m)
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10.1 km
Col du Rasoir
Mountain Pass
15.5 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
6.64 km
3.52 km
3.04 km
1.97 km
379 m
Surfaces
7.11 km
4.26 km
1.51 km
1.01 km
834 m
799 m
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Elevation
Highest point (2,210 m)
Lowest point (1,300 m)
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Weather
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Monday 13 July
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