Desert of Platé

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Description

The Platé lapies is renowned as the largest in Europe and offers a magnificent view of Mont Blanc. It covers most of the plateau, giving it the rightful name of "desert". Only accessible on foot.
The Platé Desert is a true mineral fortressl. This limestone plateau is surrounded by the majestic Aiguilles de Warens and the mountain of Platé in a fantastic lunar setting. In the cracks, where a little humus accumulates, develops an original and colourful alpine flora including some rare and protected species. The wildlife present here includes: majestic mountain goats, curious marmots , graceful stoats, hares and ptarmigan. The site covers a vast area of ??1980 hectares, protected since 1998.

Pricing

Free of charge.
Address
74190, Passy
Opening
From 01/06 to 31/10. From May to October (depending on snow conditions).