Camping Lac De Louillette Val Disere Tourisme 11.07 3Ouillette Lake is a stone’s throw from the Col de l’Iseran mountain pass (2,350 m), and visitors can expect a calm and soothing place with panoramic views of the Vanoise. This is a destination of choice for hikers but that being said, it remains a timeless spot, the perfect place to just embrace the moment or go for a picnic.
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Gaston l'Aiglon on the Lac de l'Ouillette playground in summer
Lac de l'Ouillette with friends and dogLe tour du lac de l’Ouillette offre une boucle facile de 1,7 km pour environ 30 à 45 minutes de balade, avec un faible dénivelé et des aménagements ludiques comme une aire de jeux en bois, des tables de pique-nique et des WC, le tout au départ de la télécabine de Solaise ou par sentier depuis Val-d’Isère.
Ouillette Lake is also the ultimate place to come and relax. Lie on the grass or grab one of the wooden tables and enjoy a picnic facing the peaks, or evening drinks and nibbles as you watch the sunset, in a peaceful and spectacular setting. The children can play at the play area nearby, while the grown ups relax or read a good book in the great outdoors. The ideal place for some quality time as a family, as close to the sky as you can get.
As the sun goes down, blazing colours fill the sky and then darkness gradually takes over. Far from any light pollution, the Milky Way is visible to the naked eye, and the stars seem to be within arm’s reach. Lie on the grass and simply embrace the silence as you look up at the spectacular starry sky. A moment where time stands still as you wonder at the peaceful display before you.
At an altitude of 2,500 m in the Solaise mountains, Ouillette Lake is a popular place for trout fishing, in an exceptional Alpine setting. It is easy to get there via the Col de l’Iseran pass or the free Solaise gondola lift, and every summer hundreds of rainbow trout are regularly reintroduced into the lake. Fishing is open to everyone and you won’t need a permit, there is just a fee to pay on-site. The site is managed by the Groupement Sportif de Pêche en Montagne association and you can expect an enjoyable fishing experience and even catch up to 5 kg of fish! Find out more.
Take off from the Solaise peak (at an elevation of around 2,500 m) and glide up over Solaise to admire Ouillette Lake, the village of Val d’Isère, Chevril Lake and Tignes dam, for a thrilling experience guaranteed! To book a flight in tandem click here!
Sunset at Lake Ouillette with dog
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Paraglider take-off in Solaise
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Edaabe5b 0570 42b2 B81b E7b1b1d7d497Le Refuge de Solaise is perched at an altitude of 2,551 m at the former Solaise cable car station and is currently the highest hotel in the French Alps, transformed into a luxury establishment at the peak of Val d’Isère in 2019. The hotel boasts 16 rooms, a welcoming dormitory, 4 spacious apartments, a panoramic restaurant, an inviting bar and a high-end spa with 25-m pool, Jacuzzi, steam room and sauna. It can only be reached using the gondola lift (or via the road in summer), and guests are treated to a unique, immersive experience, to completely disconnect from reality, with incredible views, the sunrise over the peaks and modern comforts in the midst of the mountains.
Enjoy a revitalising experience on the shores of Ouillette Lake at an open-air yoga class with a qualified instructor and suitable for all levels of ability. These sessions take place early in the morning or later in the sun — just like the lessons offered as part of the ‘Mountain & Yoga’ package — and combine postures (Hatha, Vinyasa, etc.) and breathing techniques, in an unspoilt natural setting, to align body and mind in the mountains. This is the perfect opportunity to really reconnect with yourself, facing the peaks and the calm Alpine waters. Then after your session, relax and unwind with a herbal tea or lunch on the shores of the lake.
La Plage de l’Ouillette is a mountain restaurant at an altitude of 2,512 m, built in light-coloured wood, with vast French windows and terrace areas that blend into the Alpine scenery, overlooking the beautiful Ouillette Lake. This summer, the Brasserie de la Plage will be serving homemade cuisine made using fresh products and a selection of tasty desserts. It is open for the summer from 5 July to 30 August, from 10am to 5pm and hosts Sunset evenings every Thursday. This is a popular place with hikers, trout anglers and those who have come to admire the stunning scenery. It is a unique place where you can enjoy the charm of the mountains on a warm sunny day.
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Refuge de Solaise in summer with Solaise gondola lift
Col de l'Iseran, with cyclistsThe easiest way to get to Ouillette Lake in winter is by using the Solaise gondola lift! From the centre of the ski resort, it only takes a few minutes to reach the peak.
If you’re feeling brave and sporty, the other option is to go ski-touring! The marked-out Ecureuil trail is a fantastic 1.8-kilometre climb with 425 m elevation gain. Take a look at the route here.
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You can get to the peak easily thanks to the Solaise gondola lift, free-of-charge for pedestrians in the summer, and very close to the lake. Click here for the timetable.
Follow signs to the Col de l’Iseran, then go right along a track that leads to Solaise. This is an unpaved track so we recommend using a car with raised ground clearance.
In winter, Ouillette Lake is covered in snow, creating a pristine snowy scene that can only be reached using the Solaise ski lifts or by ski-touring. Once you arrive, you’ll enjoy this spectacular Alpine environment that is perfect for Nordic activities or for a well-deserved rest.
Restaurant La Plage L'Ouillette in Val d'Isère in winter
Cross-country skiing around Lac de l'Ouillette in winter in Val d'Isère
Fondue at the restaurant La Plage de L'Ouillette in winter in Val d'Isère
Ski slope on arrival at SolaiseLa Plage de l’Ouillette is a mountain restaurant at an altitude of 2,512 m, built in light-coloured wood, with vast French windows and terrace areas that blend into the Alpine scenery. The three different areas of the restaurant — ‘La Guinguette’ snack bar, Brasserie serving grilled dishes and the restaurant ‘Le Brigitte’ — serve homemade cuisine made using fresh products. They are open throughout the winter season at lunchtimes, and this is the perfect place to come for a great meal surrounded by unspoilt nature.
Img 3037 RotatedLe Refuge de Solaise is a unique place to come and recharge your batteries and admire magical panoramic views of the surrounding snow-covered peaks. This hotel is perched at an altitude of 2,551 m, and can only be reached using the gondola lift. It boasts cosy and tastefully decorated rooms, a chic dormitory, a welcoming restaurant and a spa overlooking the peaks. Once the slopes have closed for the day, a peaceful atmosphere takes over and the refuge becomes a unique cocoon, suspended up above Val d’Isère.
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