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
- Access by bus: Line Y85, “Plaine-Joux” stop. Schedule available at https://borini.com/region/
Access by car: Follow the D43 toward “Plaine-Joux.” Park in the parking lot of the same name. The lake is accessible via a fairly easy 30-minute walk.
There is a gate 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 of this period, and for people with limited mobility only, you can request the barrier code by presenting proof of eligibility at the Passy tourist office.
❄️ In winter:
Access is by foot or snowshoes only; parking at the Passy Plaine Joux parking lot is mandatory.
Fishing is permitted and subject to regulations.
It is strictly prohibited to:
- light fires,
- litter or leave trash behind,
- camp or pitch a tent,
- engaging in any noisy activities on the site,
- driving motor vehicles on or off the trails,
- engaging in any water sports, athletic, or recreational activities (slacklining, tumbling, model aircraft flying, etc.) on the site or in the lake,
- Access to the water is strictly prohibited, including for pets,
- Flying drones over the area from April 1 through October 31 and from December 1 through the last day of February of the following year
