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Pétarel Lakes by the Andrieux

Lac de Pétarel
Porte d'entrée des Andrieux
Credit : Dominique Vincent - PNE

Description

This ascent in a forest setting enables you to benefit from the grandiose panorama of the Mount Olan massif.From  Andrieux car park at  the level of the fountain place  cross the main road in front of the small chapel and go towards the end of the village in the direction of the pine forest.. At the level of the entrance to the National Park indicated by signposts, climb the track going up to the left. At an altitude of 1 400 m, leave the track going towards la Chapelle-en-Valgaudemar and des Portes hamlet (a bit higher up) on the left, staying on the same path.  The ascent continues for some time in the forest which brightens up progressively.. Walk carefully through the last rocky  passages. A large cairn signals your arrival at the lakes. Return using the same itinerary.

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Walking
Difficulty
Hard
Duration
5h
Dist.
10 km
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Altimetric profile

Starting point

Lat : 44.820667Lng : 6.165642

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Departure

Hameau Les Andrieux, la Chapelle-en-Valgaudemar

Ambiance

The silent forest cover of Silver Firs, populated by enormous ants, gives a mysterious character to this ascent. Then, the landscape of the lake offers hikers wonder and serenity.

Access

From Saint-Firmin, take the D985A/route de La Chapelle-en-Valgaudemar, continue on this road to the Andrieux hamlet.

Advised parking

Place de la fontaine, hameau des Andrieux, La Chapelle-en-Valgaudemar.

Public transport

www.05voyageurs.com

Advice

Under the glacial cross cliff, certain crossings can be slippery especially in wet weather. NB :  the bivouac is only allowed (from 19h à 9h) and rubbish must be taken away in order to preserve the site.

Is in the midst of the park

The national park is an unrestricted natural area but subjected to regulations which must be known by all visitors.

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Caution!
We have no information on the difficulty of this circuit. You may encounter some surprises along the way. Before you go, please feel free to inquire more and take all necessary precautions. Have a good trip! 🌳🥾