Lake Vercoche (Laris)

Lago Vercoche is a very deep lake used for hydroelectric purposes. Nearby, there is a building that can be used in case of emergency.
The route starts at the top station of the Laris cable car. The trail has little overall elevation gain but crosses some fairly steep and slightly exposed slopes.

From the Pont-Saint-Martin motorway exit, turn left towards Aosta. At the roundabout, continue to the left, still heading for Aosta.
Drive past Donnas and reach Bard. After the town, at the roundabout, turn left towards Champorcher.
Pass through the village of Hône and enter the Champorcher Valley. Continue past Pontboset towards Champorcher, go beyond it, and reach Chardonney, where the large ski car park is located.
From the Verrès toll booth, turn right towards Torino, pass Arnad, and at the roundabout, turn right towards Champorcher.

From the top station of the cable car, follow the ski slope that climbs alongside the stream. When the slope turns sharply to the right, take the trail that continues along the stream for a short stretch before crossing it.
Ascend a small valley, then veer left to reach a rocky scree. The trail becomes steeper, crosses left again, and after a final steep section, reaches a rocky col on the ridge from where the lake comes into view.
The trail then continues to the right, crossing the steep slope before slightly descending to reach Lago Vercoche.
The return is along the same route.