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Lac de Bellecombe in Vanoise: A Panoramic Trek Reflecting the French Alps

Susa, Torino · Piemonte•1 day•Hiking · 2,320 m
Experience
Day hikes
Difficulty ?
EASY
Where?
Torino, Piemonte
On your own?
No problem
Points
+12
Lac de Bellecombe in Vanoise: A Panoramic Trek Reflecting the French Alps
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Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Your guide
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS HIKE

Lac de Bellecombe in the Vanoise

If you're looking for a trek that combines alpine views, accessible trails, and that pristine beauty that makes you stop and gaze in silence, Lac de Bellecombe is one of those excursions that immediately impresses. In the heart of the Vanoise National Park, amidst high-altitude environments, open pastures, and mountains reflected in the water, this itinerary offers an authentic, rewarding, and incredibly photogenic day in the mountains.

Group chat a couple of days before
Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

It's the classic trek that works perfectly both for those who want to experience their first real alpine excursion and for those who already have experience but are looking for a panoramic, relaxing, and visually satisfying outing. Lac de Bellecombe in Vanoise is not just a lake: it's a destination that immediately gives you the feeling of being far from the noise, immersed in a vast, orderly, and spectacular alpine setting.

With the Guidders, this experience becomes even more beautiful: we walk together, share the right pace, enjoy the trail without haste, and arrive at the lake with that precise feeling that we always seek in the mountains—light fatigue, fresh air, and a panorama that truly repays.

Lac de Bellecombe is special because it manages to offer everything that many people look for in an alpine excursion: accessibility, immediate beauty, high-altitude environment, and strong visual impact. You don't need to face an extreme itinerary to feel truly immersed in the Alps: here, the trail, the silence, and the arrival at the lake are enough to live a complete experience.

If you want to experience a day in the mountains that combines beauty, lightness, and a real panorama, Lac de Bellecombe is one of those excursions to put on your agenda immediately. Get ready to walk in one of the most fascinating settings in the Vanoise and to share the route with the Guidders community. Pack your backpack, put on your boots, and we'll see you on the trail.

GOOD TO KNOW
Group chat
It opens a couple of days before: that's where the meeting point is confirmed and carpooling is arranged.
Free cancellation up to 3 days before
You pay nothing when you book.
Guiddy accident insurance
Included in the price.
+12 Guiddy points
Your points grow with every outing, level you up and unlock discounts, exclusive outings and goodies.
Not suitable for dogs
This time your dog stays at home.

How hard is it, really

Guiddy scale
EASY
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
220 m D+ · 10 km · 8h30
Exposure and exposed sections
NONE
No exposed sections reported on the route.
VERTIGO RISK
WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU GO
✓
BEFORE YOU GO
Go to bed early, have a good breakfast and drink before you set off: you've got 8h30 and 220 m of ascent ahead, an easy pace, suitable for beginners
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Hiking shoes, 1.5 litres of water, a snack and a windproof jacket. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish

What's included in the price

✓INCLUDED
✓Certified Guide
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Meals
✕Transport
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.

Itinerary

One day, approximate times. The final details come in the group chat.

Elevation gain
220 m
Max altitude
2,320 m
Distance
10 km
Duration
8h30
Day
10 km · D+ 220 m · 8h30
Map
The stops · 10 km
Meeting point 8:30approximate
Piazza della Repubblica - Susa Starting in Piazza della Repubblica, Susa Piazza della Repubblica, Susa - Meeting Point, Piazza della Repubblica 1, 10059 Susa città metropolitana di Torino, Italia. The exact time is confirmed in the group chat. We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
HOW TO GET THERE
08:30MEETING
Piazza della Repubblica - Susa Starting in Piazza della Repubblica, Susa Piazza della Repubblica, Susa - Meeting Point
Meeting point
09:30PARKING
Coetet Parking Area
Here, after leaving our cars, we'll begin exploring the surrounding hills.
10:00WATER
Lac Blanc
The French might not be the most adventurous when it comes to color...
10:30WATER
"To the Lake!" or "Let's Go to the Lake!"
There it is! The lake shimmers like a crystal mirror, reflecting the snow-capped peaks and glaciers of the Vanoise massif. Enjoy direct views of the Dent Parrachée and the glaciers that tower above the lake, creating a picture-perfect landscape. On calm days, the lake's waters offer a flawless reflection of the Vanoise glaciers, creating a truly breathtaking visual spectacle. You can also explore the nearby lakes (Lac Sud, Lac Nord) which complete this extraordinary lake system.
11:00MOUNTAIN HUT
Refuge du Plan du Lac
We're just finishing up the loop, but you'll definitely have worked up an appetite by now...
15:00RETURN
At the Trailhead
"Let's close the loop on our adventure and head for home..."

How do you get to Susa? By carpooling.

You say so when booking, then you get organised in the Telegram group. Contacts and costs are agreed between you: a seat isn't guaranteed.

WHO'S ALREADY GOING
Offering a seat Looking for a seat
Cars are added in the last few days, once the group is confirmed.

What to bring

A list made for this hike. No technical gear: just good shoes and a well-packed backpack.

Trekking poles
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Light headgear
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Sunscreen
REQUIRED

Your guide

Vittorio S.
Vittorio S.
We'll email you when they have a new outing on the calendar.

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Vittorio, a hiking guide and nature leader. After 28 years as a scout leader I decided to start again, turning my passion for the mountains into a profession. Twenty-eight years with young people teach you two things you need out there every time: watch the group, and don't rush. I bring experience, attention and team spirit to the trail, and I love sharing nature genuinely, with respect and proper care for safety. Step by step, together. 🥾 See you in the mountains, Guidders!

Italiano
Inglese
Francese
Spagnolo
Guida Ambientale Escursionistica

Reviews

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Questions?

I've only done easy trails, can I come?
⌄
Paths, mule tracks or wide trails requiring little physical preparation. You need to be fit enough to walk for 8h30 with 220 m of ascent. If in doubt, message Ibex on WhatsApp.
Can I join on my own?
⌄
How does carpooling work?
⌄
What happens if the weather is bad?
⌄
What if the group doesn't reach the minimum?
⌄
Until when can I cancel?
⌄
Book now, pay only if it goes ahead
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✓No charge now: the amount is only held on your card
✓Free cancellation up to 3 days before
✓You're only charged once the group is confirmed, at 7 pm the evening before departure
✓Minimum not reached? No charge, nothing to do
Or pay straight away by card, PayPal, Satispay or Revolut. With Klarna you can also pay in interest-free instalments.
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Lac de Bellecombe in Vanoise: A Panoramic Trek Reflecting the French Alps

Lac de Bellecombe in Vanoise: A Panoramic Trek Reflecting the French Alps

Susa, (TO) · Piemonte
1 day · Hiking · 2,320 m
New: you'll be among the first Guidders to do it
Elevation gain
220 m
Max altitude
2,320 m
Distance
10 km
Exposed sections
None
Duration
8h30
Guiddy points
+12
5 photos
+1 photos
WHY THIS HIKE

Lac de Bellecombe in the Vanoise

If you're looking for a trek that combines alpine views, accessible trails, and that pristine beauty that makes you stop and gaze in silence, Lac de Bellecombe is one of those excursions that immediately impresses. In the heart of the Vanoise National Park, amidst high-altitude environments, open pastures, and mountains reflected in the water, this itinerary offers an authentic, rewarding, and incredibly photogenic day in the mountains.

Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

It's the classic trek that works perfectly both for those who want to experience their first real alpine excursion and for those who already have experience but are looking for a panoramic, relaxing, and visually satisfying outing. Lac de Bellecombe in Vanoise is not just a lake: it's a destination that immediately gives you the feeling of being far from the noise, immersed in a vast, orderly, and spectacular alpine setting.

With the Guidders, this experience becomes even more beautiful: we walk together, share the right pace, enjoy the trail without haste, and arrive at the lake with that precise feeling that we always seek in the mountains—light fatigue, fresh air, and a panorama that truly repays.

Lac de Bellecombe is special because it manages to offer everything that many people look for in an alpine excursion: accessibility, immediate beauty, high-altitude environment, and strong visual impact. You don't need to face an extreme itinerary to feel truly immersed in the Alps: here, the trail, the silence, and the arrival at the lake are enough to live a complete experience.

If you want to experience a day in the mountains that combines beauty, lightness, and a real panorama, Lac de Bellecombe is one of those excursions to put on your agenda immediately. Get ready to walk in one of the most fascinating settings in the Vanoise and to share the route with the Guidders community. Pack your backpack, put on your boots, and we'll see you on the trail.

How hard is it

Guiddy scale
EASY
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
220 m D+ · 10 km · 8h30
WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU GO
✓
BEFORE YOU GO
Go to bed early, have a good breakfast and drink before you set off: you've got 8h30 and 220 m of ascent ahead, an easy pace, suitable for beginners
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Hiking shoes, 1.5 litres of water, a snack and a windproof jacket. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish

What's included

INCLUDED
✓Certified Guide
✓Guiddy accident insurance
NOT INCLUDED
✕Meals
✕Transport

Itinerary

Day · approximate times
Map
Stops · 10 km
Meeting point 8:30Piazza della Repubblica - Susa Starting in Piazza della Repubblica, Susa Piazza della Repubblica, Susa - Meeting Point
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
08:30MEETING
Piazza della Repubblica - Susa Starting in Piazza della Repubblica, Susa Piazza della Repubblica, Susa - Meeting Point
Meeting point
09:30PARKING
Coetet Parking Area
Here, after leaving our cars, we'll begin exploring the surrounding hills.
10:00WATER
Lac Blanc
The French might not be the most adventurous when it comes to color...
10:30WATER
"To the Lake!" or "Let's Go to the Lake!"
There it is! The lake shimmers like a crystal mirror, reflecting the snow-capped peaks and glaciers of the Vanoise massif. Enjoy direct views of the Dent Parrachée and the glaciers that tower above the lake, creating a picture-perfect landscape. On calm days, the lake's waters offer a flawless reflection of the Vanoise glaciers, creating a truly breathtaking visual spectacle. You can also explore the nearby lakes (Lac Sud, Lac Nord) which complete this extraordinary lake system.
11:00MOUNTAIN HUT
Refuge du Plan du Lac
We're just finishing up the loop, but you'll definitely have worked up an appetite by now...
15:00RETURN
At the Trailhead
"Let's close the loop on our adventure and head for home..."

How do you get to Susa? By carpooling.

You say so when booking, then you get organised in the Telegram group.

WHO'S ALREADY GOING
Offering a seat Looking for a seat
Cars are added in the last few days, once the group is confirmed.

What to bring

A list made for this hike.
Trekking poles
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Light headgear
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Sunscreen
REQUIRED

Your guide

Vittorio S.
Vittorio S.
Guida Ambientale Escursionistica

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Vittorio, a hiking guide and nature leader. After 28 years as a scout leader I decided to start again, turning my passion for the mountains into a profession. Twenty-eight years with young people teach you two things you need out there every time: watch the group, and don't rush. I bring experience, attention and team spirit to the trail, and I love sharing nature genuinely, with respect and proper care for safety. Step by step, together. 🥾 See you in the mountains, Guidders!

We'll email you when they have a new outing on the calendar.

Reviews

— · none yet
Ibex
The first reviews come after the outing
Only from people who were really there.

You'll be among the first to share your story.

Questions?

I've only done easy trails, can I come?
⌄
Paths, mule tracks or wide trails requiring little physical preparation. You need to be fit enough to walk for 8h30 with 220 m of ascent. If in doubt, message Ibex on WhatsApp.
Can I join on my own?
⌄
How does carpooling work?
⌄
What happens if the weather is bad?
⌄
What if the group doesn't reach the minimum?
⌄
Until when can I cancel?
⌄
Ibex
Still unsure? Message Ibex on WhatsApp →
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