Alpine hike to venture behind the Fiz and reach the largest lapiaz in Europe: the Platé Desert, a listed natural site.
From Plaine-Joux, follow the motorable track which crosses the ski resort and will lead you to Ayères des Pierrières. A path on your left winds through scree and large boulders to reach the cable passage and the ladders going up to Dérochoir. You then enter the Passy nature reserve and enjoy a magnificent view over the valley of Sales.
From the Passage du Dérochoir, turn left towards the Col de la Portette and then descend to the Platé refuge. You will then go south to descend the chimney of Platé by a narrow and steep path. At the bottom of the descent, turn left to join Plaine-Joux.
14 km
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max. 2353 m
min. 1253 m
1235 m
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The Platé lapies is renowned as the largest in Europe and offers a magnificent view of Mont Blanc. It covers most of the plateau, giving it the rightful name of "desert". Only accessible on foot.The Platé Desert is a true mineral fortressl. This limestone plateau is surrounded by the majestic Aiguilles de Warens and the mountain of Platé in a fantastic lunar setting. In the cracks, where a little humus accumulates, develops an original and colourful alpine flora including some rare and protected species. The wildlife present here includes: majestic mountain goats, curious marmots , graceful stoats, hares and ptarmigan. The site covers a vast area of ??1980 hectares, protected since 1998.
A small refuge nestling on the edge of the Platé desert, a vast limestone plateau where the rock takes on unusual shapes (lapiaz). A pretty path winds its way along the foothills of the plateau, offering an exceptional view.Romain and his team welcome you to a small, friendly refuge that retains the rustic feel and atmosphere typical of the refuges of yesteryear. Specialities: in the evening, delicious home-cooked dishes that are always different. During the day: pastries and gourmet dishes, all prepared with care and pleasure, using organic and local produce. There is always a winter shelter when the refuge is not open.
Small refuge nestled on the edge of the Platé desert, a vast plateau limestone where the rock takes on unusual shapes (the lapiaz). A pretty path winds through the foothills of the plateau to take you there. drive and offers you an exceptional view of Mont-Blanc.Romain and his team welcome you to a small, friendly refuge that retains a rustic style and atmosphere typical of the refuges of yesteryear. His specialities: in the evening, good homemade dishes that are always different. In day : pastries and gourmet dishes, all concocted with care and pleasure, with organic and local products.
Office de Tourisme de Passy - 08/03/2024
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Mountain view
Mountain location
Close to a public transportation
In a nature reserve
Panoramic view
From 15/06 to 15/11.
Subject to favorable weather.
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Rock
Stone
Ground
Not suitable for strollers
Cable passage and ladders to climb to the Dérochoir.