Lépin-Le-Lac: Lake, hiking routes and cycling-kayaking

Lépin-le-Lac lies on the shore of Lac d’Aiguebelette. Different points of interest can help you plan your trip: the lake and its beach, hiking stages with named routes, and activities that combine cycling and kayaking. The train station and bicycle rental services also play a role in the activities described. If you are looking for a hotel in Lépin-Le-Lac, these specific points of reference can help you decide what you would like to focus on during your stay.

Train station and cycling options

The first stage of the Tour du Lac d’Aiguebelette starts at Lépin-le-Lac-la-Bauche station. There is also a TER ticket machine and individually assigned bicycle lockers with free access. Check the station facilities before your trip if you plan to rely on them.

Opposite the station, Cyclopiet rents touring bikes, electric bikes, mountain bikes, children’s bikes and trailers. An MCF instructor can also accompany you on request. If you plan to use a particular type of bike or arrange an instructor, check with the provider in advance.

Another way to combine cycling and time on the water is the Itinérance vélo-kayak au lac d’Aiguebelette. Its southern secondary base is in Lépin-le-Lac. The outward journey is by bicycle and the return journey by kayak; a roadbook provides route guidance. Seasonal availability may change. Check the offer if you want to plan your trip around it.

Hiking stages with different routes

The first stage of the GR®9 en Chartreuse runs from Lépin-le-Lac to Vergenucle-d’en-Bas (Dullin), initially following a yellow-marked PR trail before joining the GR®9. The stage passes through the typical landscapes of the Avant-Pays savoyard and offers wide views of the Massif du Mont Grêle. Those interested in marked hiking trails will find a named transition here from the PR trail to the GR®9.

The first stage of the Tour du Lac d’Aiguebelette is a separate route: it starts at Lépin-le-Lac station and follows the Voie romaine uphill to the heights of La Bridoire. The station is therefore explicitly the starting point for this stage, which then climbs to the heights of La Bridoire. The two specific hiking routes can thus be distinguished by their named markings and sections, without treating them as a single route.

The lake, beach and trails at Lac d’Aiguebelette

Le Sunset plage is a supervised beach on Lac d’Aiguebelette and is within walking distance of Lépin-le-Lac station. Supervision is seasonal. If you plan to visit the beach, check the seasonal arrangements before your trip.

The Voie verte also offers a specific reference point for activities by the lake: you can walk or cycle 10 of the 17 kilometres of the loop around the lake. This figure distinguishes the described section of the Voie verte from the length of the entire loop. As trail infrastructure may change, check route information before setting out.

For another point of reference, the second stage of Circuit 13 – Trail tour du lac d’Aiguebelette passes through the Réserve Naturelle du Lac d’Aiguebelette. This section is therefore within the protected area and forms part of the second stage of Circuit 13.

Cultural heritage in the wider area

The Beau Phare archaeological site is located in the wider area around Lépin-le-Lac. It is a Neolithic pile-dwelling village with an access path and palisades. The site was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2011. For travellers who would like to include archaeological heritage in their trip alongside the lake and outdoor activities, it is a regional point of interest.

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