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Lac d'Allos, France

From series “The Highest Mountain Lakes of the Planet”
Height: 2,220 meters.

Europe is also rich in the unique Hochgebirgsseen. The largest of them is Lac d'Allos. It is located on the territory of the Mercantour Nature Reserve, on one of the slopes of the Pelat mountain massif. The height of the lake above sea level forms 2 220 meters, and the area is one of the largest in Europe and is 60 000 square meters. The glacier lake is rich in the various fish species. Here live the large populations of the char and trout, as well as the other rare fish species.

Lac d'Allos, France The route to Europe's largest high mountain lake is relatively easy. Most of the way you can go by car. On the end, you have to walk through the mountain village Villard, as well as the Cluite pine forest. In the midst of lush hundred-year-old pines, the lake has hidden itself with sky-blue water. On the shore of the lake is the important religious place of interest - the chapel of the Virgin Mary, so the hike along the lakeside is very interesting.

The mountain lake has formed as a result of the decline of the large glacier, so the water in the lake is not only crystal clear but also very cold. Not far from the lake are some excellent eco-farms and the tourist cottages located. Travelers always have the opportunity to spend a few days in this picturesque area. Those tourists who do not want to stay long in the mountains should not worry. You can see the lake and its surroundings during a day. It takes no more than an hour and a half to get around the lake. Next - Sonkel


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Nearest airports:
 »  Barcelonnette - Saint-Pons Airport BAE - in 18 km
 »  Tallard Airport GAT - in 59 km
 »  Cote d'Azur Airport NCE - in 75 km
 »  Cannes - Mandelieu Airport CEQ - in 78 km
 »  Monaco Heliport Airport MCM - in 79 km
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Best hotels near Lac d'Allos

Sainte Brigitte

Located in 5 km from Lac d'Allos
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Rooms: 22
Sainte Brigitte offers beds in single-sex dormitories and private guest rooms. Each one is decorated in a simple style and some have a private … More: photo, rates and booking
Ratery 1700

Located in 6 km from Lac d'Allos
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Rooms: 1
Each yurt has bunk beds that are separated by curtains. The shared bathroom with a shower and the shared toilet are located outside the yurt, 3 … More: photo, rates and booking
Studio Allos

Located in 7 km from Lac d'Allos
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Rooms: 1
A wardrobe and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels are provided. The bathroom includes a bath and a hairdryer. Guests are able to prepare their … More: photo, rates and booking
Auberge des Aiguilles

Located in 8 km from Lac d'Allos
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Rooms: 7
All rooms feature views of the mountains or garden and some include a terrace with a seating area. They are complete with private bathroom and … More: photo, rates and booking

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