Lac du Pontet

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

What to expect

The Lac du Pontet is a beautiful lake located in the Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes region of France, near the city of Le Bourg-d'Oisans. It offers a stunning view of the surrounding mountains, including the Agneaux and the massif of la Meije, as well as the valley below. The lake is accessible by a hike from the village of Villar-d'Arêne or its hamlet of Les Cours, and there are also two parking lots available. Visitors can enjoy swimming, fishing, and hiking in the area, and there is a snack bar near the lake. The lake is also a great spot for nature lovers, with the possibility of seeing marmots and other wildlife

Plan your family visit to the Lac du Pontet 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 started our family camping adventures with a short trip to Lac du Pontet in Oisans, where the kids were excited to enjoy a first night in a tent

Highlights: Our kids loved this first camping experience, they were mesmerized by the alpine landscape and the view of the Ecrins summits ✨