Long hike around the lakes - Snowshoe hike in the Alpe d'Huez area from Villard-Reculas
Set off on a panoramic hike in the heart of the Espace Alpe d'Huez, offering superb views of the Grandes Rousses and Belledonne massifs. Depending on the season, icefalls and frozen lakes punctuate your walk.
From the Villard-Reculas Tourist Office, take the Villarais chairlift, then head back down to Alpe d'Huez via the Signal telemixte, where the walk starts.
From here, take the Poutran trail, a moderately steep but continuous route that takes you up to the Jeux ski lift.
Before the climb up to the Jeux ski lift, signs and milestones point the way to the Balade des Lacs.
Depending on the season, you'll be able to admire up to five ice-covered lakes, as well as ice cascades, which are real natural attractions along the way.
All along the route, it is imperative to follow the trail markings. Please keep off the cross-country ski trails and stay exclusively on the marked routes.
The walk takes you to the Alpette and back.
Skiing is only permitted during lift opening hours. We therefore recommend that you leave enough time to reach the starting village before 4pm.
Route details
Pets welcome
Public WC
Opening
From 12/12/2025 to 12/04/2026 daily.
The course is on the ski area, and is subject to opening dates and times.
Information on the opening of the Espace Alpe d'Huez walks on the Espace Alpe d'Huez website or app.
Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.
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Not accessible in a wheelchair
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Latitude : 45.09392
Longitude : 6.031221
Height : 1450
38114 Villard-Reculas
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Information updated on 01/04/2026
by Oisans Tourisme
