Barrage de la Sassière: A High-Altitude Alpine Dam
Explore the high-altitude Barrage de la Sassière and its stunning lake, a gateway to hiking in the French Alps.
The Barrage de la Sassière, located near Tignes in the French Alps, is a rockfill dam that created the Lac de la Sassière. At an altitude of 2,460 meters, it offers stunning views and access to hiking trails in the Grande Sassière National Nature Reserve.
A brief summary to Barrage de la Sassière
- Tignes, 73320, FR
Local tips
- Visit between late June and mid-September to ensure the footbridges are installed for easy access across streams.
- Bring binoculars for wildlife spotting; the area is home to chamois, ibex, and marmots.
- Pack layers, as the weather at 2,460 meters can change quickly, even in summer.
- Follow the marked trails within the Grande Sassière National Nature Reserve to protect the delicate alpine environment.
- Note that dogs are allowed but must be kept on a leash.
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Getting There
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Car
From Tignes, follow the D902 towards Val d'Isère. After exiting the first tunnel, turn left towards 'le Franchet'. Drive through the hamlet of Villaret du Nial. After 1.25 km, at the fork for le Franchet, take the road that continues uphill to the parking du Saut. Parking is free. Note: This road is generally open from June to November.
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Walking
From the parking du Saut, walk up the platforms to the barrier across the vehicle track. Follow the track towards the Barrage de la Sassière. The walk to the dam is a short, easy stroll. Footbridges are in place from late June to mid-September to assist with stream crossings.
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