The Glacier de Tré-Les-Eaux is a small glacier located on the eastern flank of Mont Buet running from the lower part of the cliffs to the valley floor below it. Many maps will still show the glacier with a considerable size but these maps are outdated and the glacier is shrinking quite quickly and in summer there is not much left of it. It is likely that the glacier will disappear in the next few years but we are no experts on the matter.
There is a single trail that runs through the Tre-les-Eaux valley coming from Le Lay and the Vallorcine Valley. It runs the full length of the valley and climbs out at the Col des Corbeaux. We have a detailed trail description for a northern ascend of the Mont Buet summit that passes through Tre-les-Eaux. The trail itself comes close to the glacier terminus but there is no path providing direct access.
Linked Trails & Points of Interest
These are the trails and points of interests linked to this glacier.
10
Our Rating
The Best
Loop Trail:
A long and challenging route taking you through the gorgeous Tre-les-Eaux valley to the Cheval Blanc and summit of Mont Buet before looping back via the Refuge Berard.
Length
22.3km
When to Go
Mid Jul - End Sep
Hiking Time
8.0 - 13.0 Hours
Elevation +
+2103m / -2103m
Kids
15+ Years old
Running Time
5.0 - 8.0 Hours
Technical Difficulty
Very Difficult (5/5)
Dogs
No Dogs
Nearest Town
Chamonix
Location & Map
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Longitude:
6.8615
Latitude:
46.0303