Crest - Lac Chercherioz

The short route from Crest to Lac Chercherioz climbs a side valley above the central Aosta Valley in the commune of Avise, covering just over 3.8 km to reach a high-altitude lake. The walk starts at Crest (1976 m), already at elevation. The 428 m elevation gain is modest relative to the arrival altitude, allowing a steady progression over open terrain. Lac Chercherioz (2354 m) is the objective: an alpine lake set among meadows and rock, with the panoramic openness typical of exposed slopes in the central valley. The E rating marks a route suited to hikers of average fitness.