Places
Lake·Moderate·Scenic·Hidden gem
Laghi di Thures, Val di Susa
Piedmont
From the hamlet of Thures in the Val Argentera a path climbs through larch and open pasture to two shallow lakes at around 2,200 m, backed by the frontier ridge and the peaks around Monte Chaberton. Quiet, flowery and close to the Colle Bercia.
Duration
4 hours
Distance
9 km
Elevation
+500 m
Best season
June – October
Parking · Free
Free parking at Thures hamlet above Cesana Torinese.
Water
Streams on the climb; treat before drinking.
Highlights
- Twin lakes on a border pasture shelf
- Monte Chaberton and its ruined fort in view
- Wildflower meadows in July
With your dog
Off-leash tolerated on the pasture away from grazing.
