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Crystal Reflections on Lake Place Moulin in Valpelline

Bionaz, Valle d'Aosta · Valle d'Aosta•1 day•Hiking · 2,140 m
Experience
Day hikes
Difficulty ?
INTERMEDIATE
Where?
Valle d'Aosta, Valle d'Aosta
On your own?
No problem
Points
+12
Crystal Reflections on Lake Place Moulin in Valpelline
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Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Your guide
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS HIKE

Lake Place Moulin in Valpelline

Hike through a lush valley framed by forests and flower-filled meadows that stretch to the foot of the mountains, passing rocky cliffs, grazing cows, and traditional alpine farms nestled in the greenery. The beauty of the season will accompany us on our trek towards Place Moulin Lake, at an altitude of 2000 meters, where turquoise waters sparkle under the sun, creating spectacular reflections. We'll savor moments of relaxation amidst breathtaking views, surrounded by the deep green of the larches and the vibrant blue of the lake, in a landscape that transmits both energy and tranquility. Then, we'll discover an authentic guardian of the valley: a 520-year-old ancient larch tree that towers over an old-growth forest, a symbol of the strength and history of this pristine place. We'll conclude our hike at the alpine pasture of Rifugio Prarayer, where we'll enjoy a packed lunch with an unparalleled view of the entire Place Moulin Lake.

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

The experience

Hike through a lush valley framed by forests and flower-filled meadows that stretch to the foot of the mountains, passing rocky cliffs, grazing cows, and traditional alpine farms nestled in the greenery. The beauty of the season will accompany us on our trek towards Place Moulin Lake, at an altitude of 2000 meters, where turquoise waters sparkle under the sun, creating spectacular reflections. We'll savor moments of relaxation amidst breathtaking views, surrounded by the deep green of the larches and the vibrant blue of the lake, in a landscape that transmits both energy and tranquility. Then, we'll discover an authentic guardian of the valley: a 520-year-old ancient larch tree that towers over an old-growth forest, a symbol of the strength and history of this pristine place. We'll conclude our hike at the alpine pasture of Rifugio Prarayer, where we'll enjoy a packed lunch with an unparalleled view of the entire Place Moulin Lake.

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
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Not suitable for dogs
This time your dog stays at home.

How hard is it, really

Guiddy scale
INTERMEDIATE
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
280 m D+ · 13 km · 4 h
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 4 h and 280 m of ascent ahead, if you go to the mountains a couple of times a month, you're fit enough
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Hiking shoes, 1.5 litres of water, a snack and a windproof jacket, plus poles. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish

What's included in the price

✓INCLUDED
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✓Certified Guide
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch or lunch at the hut
✕Transport
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.

Itinerary

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

Elevation gain
280 m
Max altitude
2,140 m
Distance
13 km
Duration
4 h
Day
13 km · D+ 280 m · 4 h
Map
The stops · 13 km
Meeting point 10:00approximate
Parco della Valle del Lanza, Bionaz, Valle d'Aosta, 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
10:00MEETING
Bionaz, Valpelline (Aosta Valley)
We'll meet at the paid parking lot by the Place Moulin Dam (AO)
10:10PARKING
Trailhead
Scenic trail
11:00VIEWPOINT
Panoramic Viewpoint
We'll hike to the Arpeyssaou alpine pasture.
13:00VIEWPOINT
Ancient Larch
We'll marvel at the ancient larches.
13:30MOUNTAIN HUT
Prarayer Refuge
Packed lunch or lunch at the Prarayer mountain hut.
16:30RETURN
Return
Return to the road along the dam.

How do you get to Bionaz? 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.

Windproof
REQUIRED
K-way
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Layered clothing
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
Cap
RECOMMENDED
Sunscreen
RECOMMENDED
Sunglasses
RECOMMENDED

Your guide

Laura G.
Laura G.
· 2 outings
We'll email you when they have a new outing on the calendar.

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Laura, an AIGAE environmental hiking guide: I love walking, discovering and telling the story of nature, step by step. I live in the province of Varese, among lakes and woods, and I take the Guidders out to find genuine trails — from my own patch to the most hidden corners of the Aosta Valley, far from mass tourism and close to what the mountains actually are. For me every outing is far more than a trek: it's a moment to breathe, observe, listen and build a real bond with the places we cross. And in the end what we take home isn't the kilometres, but the feelings and the memories that stay. Ready to slow your pace and look at nature with new eyes? 🎒 See you in the mountains, Guidders!

Italiano
Guida Ambientale Escursionistica

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Questions?

I've only done easy trails, can I come?
⌄
Flat or slightly inclined sections with short stretches on steep slopes and rocks, not tiring or demanding. You need to be fit enough to walk for 4 h with 280 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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✓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
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Crystal Reflections on Lake Place Moulin in Valpelline

Crystal Reflections on Lake Place Moulin in Valpelline

Bionaz, Valle d'Aosta (23) · Valle d'Aosta
1 day · Hiking · 2,140 m
Elevation gain
280 m
Max altitude
2,140 m
Distance
13 km
Exposed sections
None
Duration
4 h
Guiddy points
+12
7 photos
+3 photos
WHY THIS HIKE

Lake Place Moulin in Valpelline

Hike through a lush valley framed by forests and flower-filled meadows that stretch to the foot of the mountains, passing rocky cliffs, grazing cows, and traditional alpine farms nestled in the greenery. The beauty of the season will accompany us on our trek towards Place Moulin Lake, at an altitude of 2000 meters, where turquoise waters sparkle under the sun, creating spectacular reflections. We'll savor moments of relaxation amidst breathtaking views, surrounded by the deep green of the larches and the vibrant blue of the lake, in a landscape that transmits both energy and tranquility. Then, we'll discover an authentic guardian of the valley: a 520-year-old ancient larch tree that towers over an old-growth forest, a symbol of the strength and history of this pristine place. We'll conclude our hike at the alpine pasture of Rifugio Prarayer, where we'll enjoy a packed lunch with an unparalleled view of the entire Place Moulin Lake.

Come alone, leave with new friends

How hard is it

Guiddy scale
INTERMEDIATE
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
280 m D+ · 13 km · 4 h
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 4 h and 280 m of ascent ahead, if you go to the mountains a couple of times a month, you're fit enough
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Hiking shoes, 1.5 litres of water, a snack and a windproof jacket, plus poles. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish

What's included

INCLUDED
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✓Certified Guide
NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch or lunch at the hut
✕Transport

Itinerary

Day · approximate times
Map
Stops · 13 km
Meeting point 10:00Parco della Valle del Lanza
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
10:00MEETING
Bionaz, Valpelline (Aosta Valley)
We'll meet at the paid parking lot by the Place Moulin Dam (AO)
10:10PARKING
Trailhead
Scenic trail
11:00VIEWPOINT
Panoramic Viewpoint
We'll hike to the Arpeyssaou alpine pasture.
13:00VIEWPOINT
Ancient Larch
We'll marvel at the ancient larches.
13:30MOUNTAIN HUT
Prarayer Refuge
Packed lunch or lunch at the Prarayer mountain hut.
16:30RETURN
Return
Return to the road along the dam.

How do you get to Bionaz? 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.
Windproof
REQUIRED
K-way
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Layered clothing
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
Cap
RECOMMENDED
Sunscreen
RECOMMENDED
Sunglasses
RECOMMENDED

Your guide

Laura G.
Laura G.
2 outings with Guiddy
Guida Ambientale Escursionistica

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Laura, an AIGAE environmental hiking guide: I love walking, discovering and telling the story of nature, step by step. I live in the province of Varese, among lakes and woods, and I take the Guidders out to find genuine trails — from my own patch to the most hidden corners of the Aosta Valley, far from mass tourism and close to what the mountains actually are. For me every outing is far more than a trek: it's a moment to breathe, observe, listen and build a real bond with the places we cross. And in the end what we take home isn't the kilometres, but the feelings and the memories that stay. Ready to slow your pace and look at nature with new eyes? 🎒 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.

After your outing, you can share your story too.

Questions?

I've only done easy trails, can I come?
⌄
Flat or slightly inclined sections with short stretches on steep slopes and rocks, not tiring or demanding. You need to be fit enough to walk for 4 h with 280 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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