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Cirque du Fer à Cheval walks
The Fond de la Combe and its magical waterfalls
Visorando Member
4.92 mi
+440 ft
-420 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval (Haute-Savoie)
A lovely walk in the Giffre valley, starting from the immense glacial amphitheatre known as the Fer à Cheval, to reach the Fond de la Combe, with magnificent waterfalls, particularly in spring; the flora and fauna are also impressive.
Moderator's note, following a comment from a user on 17 June 2023.
The footbridge at Fond de la Combe is temporarily closed by municipal order and if you want to go to Bout du Monde, you should cross to the right bank of the Giffre at the Prazon chalet. The loop indicated here is therefore not currently possible.
The End of the World
5.80 mi
+971 ft
-948 ft
3h 30
Easy
Departure from Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval (Haute-Savoie)
This place really does exist and it’s not far away! To get there, simply:- head to the stunning Sixt Fer à Cheval cirque,- take the wide tracks and paths starting from the car park,- continue on to the front walls.
To the end of the world... and beyond
8.03 mi
+2,769 ft
-2,740 ft
6h 05
Difficult
Departure from Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval (Haute-Savoie)
As Hugues Aufray sings:Come on lads, wake up, we’ve got to get a move on, we’re off to the ends of the earth...Walkers who aren’t afraid of heights, or who can overcome their fear, will be rewarded with sublime views.
The Pas du Boret
6.55 mi
+1,827 ft
-1,798 ft
4h 35
Difficult
Departure from Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval (Haute-Savoie)
A superb hike in the Giffre Valley, much of which is in the Sixt Passy nature reserve, with exceptional scenery and breathtaking views.
Lac de la Vogealle via the Pas du Boret
10.48 mi
+4,144 ft
-4,127 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval (Haute-Savoie)
A very beautiful day hike with a wide variety of landscapes.
Please note: the Pas du Boret pass should only be attempted by experienced hikers who are not prone to vertigo. If you do not feel comfortable walking along the mountainside, take the route via Bout du Monde instead. Avoid the Pas du Boret if the weather conditions are not favourable.
Le Fer a Cheval
8.03 mi
+1,240 ft
-1,214 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval (Haute-Savoie)
A very popular out and back walk into the nature reserve above Sixt Fer A Cheval. Excellent scenery but best enjoyed out of the main summer season when it is very busy.
For information: following the collapse of cliffs on 06/09/2025 in the Méridienne - Pas Noir sector, access to the Fond de la Combe can only be made until further notice via the right bank of the Giffre.