SAUZE D'OULX Lake Laune and Monte Genevris (trail no. 6)

The trail starts at an altitude of 1,850 m near the former Vezzani Alpine Experimental Station, where the paved road coming from the Richardette hamlet to Monte di Sauze d’Oulx ends, and where the dirt road of the Assietta begins. Park at the entrance of this road on its edge, but space is limited; in July and August, it is possible to alternatively use the local shuttle. Start the route by crossing the Vezzani complex and following the dirt road, which in some parts is quite steep, leading to Lake Laune and the homonymous alpine pasture (about 2,050 m); turn right until you reach the lake at about 2,080 m. Continue along the right side of the lake, and at the summit take the trail steeply uphill straight ahead towards the Alpini Lighthouse and Costa Piana Pass. At about 2,190 m you reach a grassy plain: be careful not to go straight on the flat, but turn left on the trail indicated only with number 6, under the Region Piemonte label. At about 2,240 m the trail turns right at a small livestock watering trough and then emerges on another plain at about 2,280 m, where signs indicate Costa Piana Pass; the trail descends slightly then immediately rises again by taking the piste that passes in front of a disused ski lift and, after some hairpin bends, leads to Costa Piana Pass at about 2,320 m; here the Assietta Road passes, which is ignored, and going left along the ridge trail passing near a bunker at about 2,360 m, you reach Monte Genevris or Alpini Lighthouse at about 2,535 m.

Wear clothing and footwear suitable for the environment and season.

From Torino follow signs for the North Ring Road towards Trafori - Frejus. Then take the A32 motorway towards Bardonecchia and exit at the Oulx ring road sign, heading towards Monginevro Sestriere. After the tunnel exit, continue left towards Sauze d'Oulx.

Accessible by public transport

Train from Torino P.N to Bardonecchia (stops at Oulx-Cesana-Claviere-Sestriere)

Bus Arriva line 285 from Oulx to Sauze d'Oulx

You can park at the start of trail no. 6 at the entrance to the "Strada dell'Assietta" or along its edges near the Experimental Institute, but space is limited; alternatively, park at Gran Comba square or Genevris square (and use shuttles to the Experimental Station when they are active).

Before starting any hike, it is recommended to check weather reports or ask for information at local Tourist Offices. It is good practice not to hike alone and always inform someone of your destination.

Do not litter but carry out your waste, possibly collecting any left by others.

The indicated travel times are approximate and may vary depending on weather conditions and your abilities.

Fountain just before Lake Laune.

The first part of the route up to Lake Laune has an easy difficulty level (T), while the second part is difficult (E).