Description
Formed following a landslide of the Fiz mountain range, the Lac Vert (green lake) owes its name to the spruce forest that surrounds it, which reflecting itself in its waters gives it its color.
Its diverse, relatively dense fish population, along with its unspoiled setting and easy access to the fishing area, make it an ideal spot for families. However, the area around the lake is quite popular with hikers.
Category 1 lake
Brown trout, rainbow trout, brook trout.
Fishing difficulty: moderately difficult
Lake depth: 18 m
Area: 5.5 ha
Rates
Fishing license required
Openings
From 3 April 2026 until 10 October 2026 - Open everyday
From the first Saturday in April to the third Sunday following the third Sunday in September
Location
Plan interactif : 1 lieux répertoriés.
- Lieu sans nom
Spoken languages
Spoken languages
Access
Access
- Bus access: line Y85, "Plaine-Joux" stop. Timetable on https://borini.com/region/
Access by car: follow the D43 towards "Plaine-Joux". Park in the parking lot of the same name. The lake can be reached on a fairly easy 30-minute walk.
There is a barrier between the Plaine-Joux parking lot and the Lac Vert parking lot.
In July and August, free shuttle buses run between the Plaine-Joux parking lot and Lac Vert. Outside this period, and for people with reduced mobility only, you can request the barrier code from the Passy tourist office on presentation of proof.
Shuttle timetables are as follows:
Until 10/07/2025: 10:00-18:00 Monday to Friday with 1h lunch break
From 12/07/2025: 10:00-18:00 daily
From 18/08/2025: 10:00-18:00 Monday to Friday with 1h lunch break
❄️ In winter:
Access on foot or snowshoes only, parking at Passy Plaine Joux parking lot compulsory.
