Hiking La Muzelle lake and refuge
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Walking to La Muzelle is a way to discover the typical landscapes of the Oisans. The height difference is impressive, but it enables you to walk through a spruce wood, then on alpine grass, and finally in the middle of a mineral cirque.

Animal forbiddenNo stroller accessRecommended in hot weatherEntrance routes mountain hutMarked route
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Venosc (38)
  • Distance 13 km
  • Elevation gain 1290 m
  • Elevation lost 1290 m
  • Min. elevation 922 m
  • Max. elevation. 2150 m
  • Duration (depending on pace) 7h
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Start: Venosc
Elevation gain: 1,260 m
Duration (return): 7 hours
Distance: 13 km
Difficulty – technical: easy – physical: difficult

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Oisans au Bout des Pieds No. 5, trail 509
IGN TOP 25 No. 3336 AND

PLACES TO VISIT NEARBY
The village of Venosc, with its narrow cobbled streets and shops.

PLEASE NOTE
Remember that you are in the heart of the Écrins National Park; please respect the regulations.
Good plans : Opportunity to spend the night at the Muzelle hut .Think to book ! if you want to hike with your baby , the tourist office rents baby carriers

Admission fee : Free of charge.

Opening : From 01/06 to 31/10/2026.

Step by step description : From « l'Alleau », take direction « Refuge de la Muzelle » after the small bridge. Follow the winding path leading to the ruins of Pleney. The path continues near the torrent until le « Clot du Sella ». Cross the bridge , and follow the « ardoisières » then « les marches » before you arrive at the lake.
Area : Oisans
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Information updated on 2026-03-17 by Office de Tourisme des 2 Alpes

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