Places
Lake·Moderate·Scenic·Hidden gem
Lago di Thoules, Saint-Oyen
Aosta Valley
A forest road and path climb from Saint-Oyen or Flassin through larch woods to the little Thoules dam at around 2,190 m, with the Merdeux alp and the frontier ridge above. A quiet, shady route that stays cool on hot valley days.
Duration
4 hours
Distance
9 km
Elevation
+550 m
Best season
June – October
Parking · Free
Free parking at Saint-Oyen or Flassin off the Great St Bernard road.
Water
Streams in the forest; treat before drinking.
Highlights
- Shaded larch-forest approach
- Merdeux alp above the lake
- Great St Bernard frontier ridge views
With your dog
Off-leash tolerated on the forest road and alp away from herds.
