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Lake·Easy·Relaxing·Popular

Lago del Moncenisio

Piedmont

One of the highest large lakes in the Alps, Moncenisio straddles the French border and feels remarkably accessible — a smooth paved road rises to 1,974 m. The flat circuit follows the shoreline past a Napoleonic fortification and submerged village ruins visible in calm water.

Duration
3–4 hours
Distance
9 km
Elevation
+100 m
Best season
June – October

Highlights

  • Submerged village visible in clear water
  • Napoleonic fort ruins
  • France border walk

With your dog

Off-leash tolerated on the flat lake circuit away from the dam.