Index Chair Lift
The Index Chairlift is a 6-seater chairlift which runs from La Flegere (1882m) to to the Index (2595m). The Flegere midstation is reached using the Flegere Gondola which departs from Les Praz. The Index lift enables a traverse to the famous Lac Blanc or to the Col de la Gliere and the Col Cornu with a visit to the Lacs Noir and the Lac Cornu.
In winter, the lift is part of the Flegere ski area which also connects to the Brevent ski area. In summer, it is open from mid June to mid September. Children below 2 years old are not allowed to ride the chair lift. There is a ticket office at the ground station in Les Praz where you can buy your tickets directly before going. For exact operating dates, ticket prices and to buy your tickets online, visit the official website.
This lift was originally built in 1956 and then replaced by a three seat chairlift in 1977 and finally renovated as the current 6 seater in 2005. For a ton more historical and technical information about this lift, you can visit the French Remontee-Mechanique website.
Nearby Trails & Points of Interest

Un sentier difficile mais magnifique qui vous emmène du Col des Montets jusqu'au Lac Blanc, puis vous traversez les Aiguilles Rouges et visitez les Lacs Noirs et le Lac Cornu.
Length
Nearest Town
Starting Point
Route Type
16.45km / 10.22mi
Le Tour
Col des Montets
Avec remontée mécanique
Elevation Up
Elevation Up
1552m / 5091ft
1011m / 3320ft
Difficulty
Hike Duration
Run Duration
Beauty
7-12 Hours
4-6 Hours
Tags
Refuge, Snack Bar, Lake, Big Views, With Lift

Le moyen le plus facile d'atteindre le Lac Blanc est d'utiliser les remontées mécaniques de la Flégère et de l'Index, puis de traverser jusqu'au Lac Blanc avant de retourner à la Flégère. Une façon conviviale pour les familles de visiter le Lac Blanc.
Length
Nearest Town
Starting Point
Route Type
6.21km / 3.85mi
Argentiere
Station du télésiège de l'Index
Avec téléphérique
Elevation Up
Elevation Up
178m / 583ft
667m / 2188ft
Difficulty
Hike Duration
Run Duration
Beauty
2-3 Hours
1-2 Hours
Tags
Big Views, Lake, Family Friendly, Refuge, Snack Bar, With Lift








