The largest natural high altitude mountain lake in Europe (2228 meters).
Allos lake is located in a cirque formed by the glaciers’ thaw in the quaternary era.
The lake water is essentially from melting snow and autumn rains.
This mountain lake is located in the heart of the Mercantour national Park.
The road going up to Laus car park is opened from june 2023, 2nd (except on climatic hazards) to mid of october 2023.
The walk to the lake, although easily accessible and short (about 45minuts to join the lake from the nearest car park " Laus"), is a mountain walk, do not forget to bring your walking shoes, water, a hat ...
During high season car parks are regulates and paying (from 7am to 5pm).
10€ per car and 5€ per motorbike, according to spots vacants
Free access by bike to Laus car park
On foot you need :
From Allos village : 7h00 of walk (round trip)
From Cluite car park : 5h00 of walk (round trip)
From Laus car park : 1h30 of walk (round trip)
Motorhome must car park at the Chaup Parking
During winter, Allos Lake access is dangerous. Please contact tourist office before your walk.
