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Desert of Platé

The Platé lapies is renowned as the largest in Europe and offers a magnificent view of Mont Blanc. It covers most of the plateau, giving it the rightful name of "desert". Only accessible on foot.
The Platé Desert is a true mineral fortressl. This limestone plateau is surrounded by the majestic Aiguilles de Warens and the mountain of Platé in a fantastic lunar se...

The Platé Desert is a true mineral fortressl. This limestone plateau is surrounded by the majestic Aiguilles de Warens and the mountain of Platé in a fantastic lunar setting.
In the cracks, where a little humus accumulates, develops an original and colourful alpine flora including some rare and protected species. The wildlife present here includes: majestic mountain goats, curious marmots , graceful stoats, hares and ptarmigan.
The site covers a vast area of ??1980 hectares, protected since 1998.

Equipments

  • Marked trails

Services

  • Guided individual tours
  • Unguided group tours
  • Guided group tours
  • Unguided individual tours

Opening

From 01/06 to 31/10.
From May to October (depending on snow conditions).

Pets welcome

Pets : Accepted.

Rates

Free of charge.

How to find us

Desert of Platé
  • Passy
  • From June 1, 2014 to October 31, 2014

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Crossing the Platé Desert by Barmerousse
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Refuge de Platé looped through the Dérochoir
Curalla - Varan - Barmerousse - Platé loop

Curalla - Varan - Barmerousse - Platé loop