A weekend on the shores of high-altitude lakes: a guaranteed change of scenery near Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne
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If you're looking for peace and quiet, Maurienne is an ideal destination for a relaxing weekend in the mountains.
The high-altitude lakes around Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne offer exceptional views of the valley.
Less than an hour and a half drive from the hotel, these natural gems offer a unique opportunity to discover Savoie.
Maurienne boasts numerous high-altitude lakes with exceptional views.
Here are a few must-sees.
35 minutes from the hotel, Lac du Loup is accessible via a hiking trail.
It's the ideal spot if you're looking for some peace and quiet and a breath of fresh air.
Its small size doesn't detract from its charm; quite the contrary, this secluded spot is perfect for recharging your batteries.
Grande Léchère Lake, just 40 minutes from Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne, offers a more intimate, wooded atmosphere.
Nestled at 1,680 meters, this little-visited lake is a true haven of peace, ideal for a picnic or a walk to recharge your batteries in the heart of nature.
Less than an hour from the Coeur de Maurienne Hotel, these two high-altitude lakes overlook the Maurienne Valley at an altitude of 2,000 meters.
The site, designed for walkers, offers a pleasant loop between the two reservoirs, with the peaks of the Vanoise National Park as a backdrop.
Mont Cénis Lake is located 1 hour 15 minutes from Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne, at an altitude of 1,974 meters.
Its vastness and turquoise reflections will captivate you. It is ideal for hiking or a simple family stroll.
You will be amazed by the exceptional panorama of the Franco-Italian Alps.
Finally, for the more adventurous, Lac des Cerces, 1 hour 18 minutes from Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne, rewards the effort of the climb (2,410 meters) with a breathtaking setting, between mountain pastures and ridges.
Admire the panorama of the Grand Galibier and the Aiguilles d’Arves.
These getaways along the high-altitude lakes are ideal for a weekend getaway from everyday life.
They are accessible to all and allow everyone to enjoy the mountains, whether you're athletic or simply looking for peace and quiet.
Whether you're traveling alone, as a couple, or with your family, Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne is the perfect starting point for exploring these treasures.
The Hôtel Coeur de Maurienne welcomes you to the Maurienne Valley on the France-Italy route of the Fréjus tunnel.
Our 52 rooms or aparthotels are equipped with a private bathroom and a television with Chromecast.
You also have the option of booking a bed in the dormitory or renting the entire dormitory.
After a day of hiking in the great outdoors, treat yourself to a moment of relaxation at the L'Équilibre Spa to release all your tension.
Discover our best offers for your stay in Savoie!
The high-altitude lakes around Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne offer exceptional views of the valley.
Less than an hour and a half drive from the hotel, these natural gems offer a unique opportunity to discover Savoie.
Crystal-clear lakes not to be missed during your weekend in Maurienne
Maurienne boasts numerous high-altitude lakes with exceptional views.
Here are a few must-sees.
Lac du Loup
35 minutes from the hotel, Lac du Loup is accessible via a hiking trail.
It's the ideal spot if you're looking for some peace and quiet and a breath of fresh air.
Its small size doesn't detract from its charm; quite the contrary, this secluded spot is perfect for recharging your batteries.
Grande Léchère Lake
Grande Léchère Lake, just 40 minutes from Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne, offers a more intimate, wooded atmosphere.
Nestled at 1,680 meters, this little-visited lake is a true haven of peace, ideal for a picnic or a walk to recharge your batteries in the heart of nature.
Plan d’Amont and Plan d’Aval Lakes
Less than an hour from the Coeur de Maurienne Hotel, these two high-altitude lakes overlook the Maurienne Valley at an altitude of 2,000 meters.
The site, designed for walkers, offers a pleasant loop between the two reservoirs, with the peaks of the Vanoise National Park as a backdrop.
Mont Cénis Lake
Mont Cénis Lake is located 1 hour 15 minutes from Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne, at an altitude of 1,974 meters.
Its vastness and turquoise reflections will captivate you. It is ideal for hiking or a simple family stroll.
You will be amazed by the exceptional panorama of the Franco-Italian Alps.
Lac des Cerces
Finally, for the more adventurous, Lac des Cerces, 1 hour 18 minutes from Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne, rewards the effort of the climb (2,410 meters) with a breathtaking setting, between mountain pastures and ridges.
Admire the panorama of the Grand Galibier and the Aiguilles d’Arves.
A guaranteed escape just a stone's throw from the valley
These getaways along the high-altitude lakes are ideal for a weekend getaway from everyday life.
They are accessible to all and allow everyone to enjoy the mountains, whether you're athletic or simply looking for peace and quiet.
Whether you're traveling alone, as a couple, or with your family, Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne is the perfect starting point for exploring these treasures.
Book your hotel in Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne
The Hôtel Coeur de Maurienne welcomes you to the Maurienne Valley on the France-Italy route of the Fréjus tunnel.
Our 52 rooms or aparthotels are equipped with a private bathroom and a television with Chromecast.
You also have the option of booking a bed in the dormitory or renting the entire dormitory.
After a day of hiking in the great outdoors, treat yourself to a moment of relaxation at the L'Équilibre Spa to release all your tension.
Discover our best offers for your stay in Savoie!
