La Flégère
Cable car station at 1,877 m overlooking the Chamonix valley. Starting point for the chairlift to L'Index and the famous Lac Blanc hike. Magnificent views of Mont Blanc and Aiguille Verte. Part of the Grand Balcon Sud hiking trail.
Practical Information
Updated: Jan 16, 2026Entrance Fee
Adult
24 EUR~24.0 $
Child
20 EUR~20.0 $
Adults €24 round-trip from Les Praz to Flégère. L'Index chairlift additional fee. Combined passes available
Best Time to Visit
Summer (June-September) for Lac Blanc hiking. Morning for best photography light. Can be combined with Grand Balcon Sud hike from Brévent.
Price Range
ModerateConnectivity & Services
Wheelchair access
PartialAudio guide
Not availableStaff assistance
AvailableFacilities & Services
restrooms
cafe
viewpoint
hiking trails
Working Hours
Updated: Jan 16, 2026Monday08:50 — 16:45
Tuesday08:50 — 16:45
Wednesday08:50 — 16:45
Thursday08:50 — 16:45
Friday08:50 — 16:45
Saturday08:50 — 16:45
Sunday08:50 — 16:45
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Easiest: Take the cable car to Flégère, then chairlift to L'Index (2,595 m). From there it is only 1.8 km (3.6 km round-trip) to the lake. For a longer hike, start from Flégère (8 km round-trip, 4 hours).
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