Combeynot Lake

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05220 Le Monêtier-les-Bains
A blue veil has been lost in this mineral world.You will not find an  oasis in this desert of stones but a deep lake of freezing water.
"In the middle of the summer, the valley exposed to the North can be very hot. That’s why I like to go out at sunrise in order to make the most of the cool early morning. just like the chamois who make the most of this calm moment in order to graze.. At 10 o’clock, most of them are sleeping and immobile, dozing and ruminating,you could almost say they are invisible!” 
Cyril Coursier, heritage technician in Briançonnais

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  • Tips
    No water on this path, take 2 litres per person. The itinerary is indicated on the signposts marked « porte du Parc national » which can be found near the carpark.

    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.
    Herd protection dogs : In mountain pastures, protection dogs are there to protect the herds from predators (wolves, etc.).When I hike I adapt my behavior by going around the herd and pausing for the dog to identify me.Find out more about the actions to adopt with the article "Protection dogs: a context and actions to adopt".Tell us about your meeting by answering this survey.

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Updated on 11 February 2026 at 01:09
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