Hike to the Pormenaz Alpine pasture and Lac de Pormenaz

in Servoz
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This lake is found near the Pormenaz Alpine pastures, a mountain site that overlooks Servoz and Passy not far from the Moede-Anterne refuge. Fishing is permitted in the lake.

From the pretty fountain, take the road of the Coast until the first bend. A path goes to the right towards the Gorges de la Diosaz and crosses the torrent of Souay. Go up leaving the Tête de la Fontaine and Bajulaz trails on the right. Follow a long steep slope to a pyramid marker to reach the
reach the Chalets des Alpages de Pormenaz (1,925 m) 3 hrs. Cross flat to the
to the Chalets de Chavanne-Neuve (15 minutes from the itinerary) towards the Pointe Noire de Pormenaz : geological curiosity to see, then towards the Lac de Pormenaz.

Possible departure from the Moulins d'en-Haut (859 m) above Servoz,
from where you can join the above itinerary near the Souay torrent.
Other itineraries are possible from Servoz or Passy - Plaine joux.
More information available at the Tourist Office or the High Mountain Office and in our trail guide.
Attention : The conditions of the trails are likely to change, think of informing you before leaving.

Difficulty
Difficult (high gradient)
Distance
14.8km
Starting point altitude
958m
Highest point
1945m
Elevation gain
987m
Elevation losses
987m
Round trip timing
6h
Rates
Free of charge.
Opening dates
From 15/05 to 31/10.

Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.
Location
Hike to the Pormenaz Alpine pasture and Lac de Pormenaz
Route de la côte
74310 Servoz
Closest bus stop : Servoz - Ancienne Poste
Closest train stop : Servoz train station
Closest parking : Moulin d'en Haut car-park

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