Lac du Goléon

Lake Le Bourg-d'Oisans, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes, France

What to expect

The Lac du Goléon is a beautiful lake located in the Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes region of France, near the city of Le Bourg-d'Oisans. The lake is situated in a stunning valley surrounded by mountains, including the Meije and the Aiguilles d'Arves. Visitors can enjoy a hike to the lake, which offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. The lake is also home to a variety of wildlife, including marmots, ibex, and vultures. The nearby refuge du Goléon provides a convenient place to rest and take in the scenery. The area is also known for its unique and fragile ecosystem, including a rare type of marshland that is home to protected species. The hike to the lake is considered moderately difficult and can be done with children who are good walkers

Plan your family visit to the Lac du Goléon with these blog insights 👇

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Family bivouacs: ideas for mountain hiking with children

Family bivouacs: ideas for mountain hiking with children
This family's experience:

Activities: We aimed to hike to Lac du Goléon, another lake known for its reflection of La Meije. However, due to stormy weather, we had to cut our hike short

Highlights: The kids loved the views of the surrounding peaks and the opportunity to play in the lake, even though the hike was cut short due to bad weather ✨