Lac Retaud
A paradise for swimming in summer and walking in winter
Nestled at an altitude of 1,685 metres, near the Col du Pillon, Lake Retaud is a little paradise for swimming in summer and walking in winter. At the foot of the Palette summit, this popular destination for excursions in all seasons offers breathtaking views of the rocky ridges and peaks of Scex Rouge, Nägelihorn, Oldenhorn and the Diablerets glacier.
The Auberge du Lac Retaud overlooks the shores of the lake and offers local specialities that you can enjoy while taking in the peaceful surroundings.
During the summer, walkers and cyclists stop at the lake to cool off. Swimmers and fishermen rub shoulders in its waters, surrounded by rich and diverse nature.
In winter, the lake, dormant under ice and snow, can be reached after a hike or snowshoe trek from the Col du Pillon. You may even find a group gathered on its shores, enjoying the slopes... on sledges, skis or paddleboards, anything that slides!
Practical informations
Access
- In winter: access by car or bus to Col du Pillon, then follow the marked trail (snowshoes or snow hiking) from Col du Pillon (Col du Pillon - Isenau or Le Rard route)
- In summer: by car, park near the lake and take the small mountain road near Col du Pillon
- By public transport: regular PostBus service to Col du Pillon or Diablobus (running in July and August) to the lake from Les Diablerets (8 trips per day)
Fishing
- Fishing is permitted on Lake Retaud during the summer, according to the dates set each year by the State of Vaud
- Fishing permits are available on the website www.vd.ch
- Fishing is prohibited every Friday
| Office du Tourisme des Diablerets | |
| Les Diablerets | |
| +41 24 492 00 10 | |
| info@diablerets.ch | |
| http://www.diablerets.ch |
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Your tourism offices
Villars - Gryon - Les Diablerets - Bex
| Office du Tourisme de Villars | |
| +41 24 495 32 32 | |
| info@villars.ch | |
| https://www.alpesvaudoises.ch/en/Z12/villars/destination-villars | |
| Maison du Tourisme de Gryon | |
| +41 24 498 00 00 | |
| information@gryon-tourisme.ch | |
| https://www.alpesvaudoises.ch/en/Z58/gryon/destination-gryon | |