Lac de Bise
France, europe
N/A
1,502 m
hard
Year-round
# Lac de Bise
Nestled in the Haute-Savoie department of southeastern France's Rhône-Alpes region, Lac de Bise sits pretty at 1,502 meters (4,928 feet) above sea level. This alpine gem is worth every twist and turn to reach it.
The journey up is via Chemin Rural dit de Bise, an asphalt road that's definitely not for the faint of heart. We're talking narrow lanes with some seriously steep sections—some hitting up to 12.5% gradient. Your car (and your nerves) will get a proper workout, but the payoff is incredible. Once you summit, you'll find the welcoming Refuge de Bise, a cozy mountain hut perfect for catching your breath and soaking in the stunning alpine views that surround you.
Where is it?
Lac de Bise is located in France (europe). Coordinates: 46.9107, 1.4633
Road Details
- Country
- France
- Continent
- europe
- Max Elevation
- 1,502 m
- Difficulty
- hard
- Coordinates
- 46.9107, 1.4633
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