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Col de Bise walks
Lake Darbon from Bise
Visorando Member
4.11 mi
+2,116 ft
-2,106 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from La Chapelle-d'Abondance (Haute-Savoie)
A superb hike starting from the Chalets de Bise, to discover Lake Darbon, a little gem nestled among the rocks.
⚠️ This route crosses the protected natural area of the Cornettes de Bise. To avoid disturbing the wildlife and preserve its habitat, please respect the regulations in force (see practical information). ANYONE WHO FAILS TO DO SO WILL BE FINED.
Tête de Charousse and Crête du Velan
4.17 mi
+1,900 ft
-1,900 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from La Chapelle-d'Abondance (Haute-Savoie)
An ascent to a pass, a ridge walk facing the imposing Cornettes de Bise massif, and a descent through pastures. A beautiful setting and superb views. A fairly short hike, recommended for a beautiful autumn day.
N.B. Route within a protected natural area: see recommendations in the practical information section.
Château d'Oche from Bise
5.46 mi
+2,671 ft
-2,654 ft
4h 50
Difficult
Departure from La Chapelle-d'Abondance (Haute-Savoie)
The Roc du Château d'Oche offers a majestic panorama of both Lake Geneva and the Northern Alps. This hike takes you up via a route through the stunning setting of Bise, with less elevation gain than the route from the usual starting point at La Fétiuère and several options for the return journey.
N.B. Route within a protected natural area: see the recommendations in the practical information.
Tour of the four passes starting from the Chalets de Bise
7.38 mi
+3,734 ft
-3,717 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from La Chapelle-d'Abondance (Haute-Savoie)
A cross-border hike that takes in four passes within the Bise nature reserve. Superb views of the Cornettes de Bise and the surrounding peaks, as well as lakes, await you.
N.B. Route within a protected natural area: see recommendations in the practical information section.
From Saint-Gingolph to the Chalets de Bise
7.66 mi
+5,013 ft
-1,348 ft
7h 55
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Gingolph (Haute-Savoie)
This first stage of the Grande Traversée des Alpes (GTA), from Lake Geneva to the Mediterranean, takes place in the Chablais massif. The path climbs up the Novel valley on the left bank of the Morge, below the hamlet of La Meurtaz, then follows the D30 road, which it overlooks after the hamlet of Jordy. On leaving Novel, the path winds its way above the hairpin bends of the D30 to La Planche. There, it leaves the main valley route to climb due south towards the chalets of Neuteu and on to the Col de Bise, before descending to the Chalets de Bise.
From Bernex to Les Chalets de Bise
8.24 mi
+4,633 ft
-2,795 ft
7h 50
Very difficult
Departure from Bernex (Haute-Savoie)
After a climb through the forest to wake up our muscles, we leave the mountain pastures of the Bas-Chablais Pre-Alps behind us. The route runs alongside several lakes and offers panoramic views stretching from the Jura mountains to the Mont Blanc massif before plunging down below the Cornettes de Bise.
Walks near Col de Bise
From Bise to Lake Fontaine via Ubine
5.35 mi
+1,742 ft
-2,293 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from La Chapelle-d'Abondance (Haute-Savoie)
If you want to discover the mountains in all their forms, both mineral and human, take this challenging route.
You are in a protected area! See the regulations in the practical information section.
From the Trébentaz Refuge to the Golèse Refuge
17.44 mi
+4,196 ft
-4,911 ft
11h 40
Difficult
Departure from La Chapelle-d'Abondance (Haute-Savoie)
This third stage of the GTA takes you from the Chablais massif to the Giffre massif. It is very long but offers superb views of Les Dents Blanches and Les Dents du Midi in Switzerland. From the Trébentaz Refuge, the GR®5 detour crosses the Mattes ridge and rejoins the main GR®5 route. It descends towards the Pron mountain pasture, then skirts the Coincon ridge towards Lenlevay, descending into a wetland area and climbing back up to the Col de Bassachaux. It runs along the southern flank of the Crête des Rochassons and passes the Col de Chésery (1992 m) to enter Switzerland. It passes the Refuge de Chéseay, Lac Vert and climbs to Portes de l'Hiver, then descends to Chaux-Palin and continues along the hillside to La Pierre. After a short climb to the Col de Coux, it crosses back into France to cross the Torrent de Chardonnière and join the Col de Golèse and its refuge.
From Lugrin to Meillerie via the hamlet of Les Combes
4.50 mi
+1,115 ft
-1,112 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Lugrin (Haute-Savoie)
A linear hike, which requires careful planning, connecting two landing stages on Lake Geneva at a higher altitude. An often shaded route that nevertheless offers beautiful views of the lake. Oratories, chapels and churches are also along the way.
Beside the Dranse
8.10 mi
+72 ft
-883 ft
3h 45
Easy
Departure from Châtel (Haute-Savoie)
A pleasant walk beside the River Dranse from Chatel to Abondance, where it is possible to look around the Abbey. You can walk back the same way or there is a regular bus service in the valley. If you have a Chatel Multi-Pass the bus will be free.
The Border Ridge and Pointe de Recon from le Morclan
6.42 mi
+1,007 ft
-3,533 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Châtel (Haute-Savoie)
A pleasant walk along the border ridge from the Morclan chair lift. Variations are possible (and described) to give more ascent. Opportunities for great views across the mountains in the Chatel Area and into Switzerland, including the Montreaux end of Lac Leman.
From Lac des Plagnes to Lac de Tavaneuse
5.73 mi
+2,507 ft
-2,677 ft
4h 50
Difficult
Departure from Abondance (Haute-Savoie)
A linear hike from a lake accessible by car to a mountain lake in a wild setting, then back down into the valley. A very beautiful traverse at the foot of the impressive north faces of Pointe de la Chavache and Pointe d'Entre Deux Pertuis.
Along the shores of Lake Geneva from Villeneuve to Montreux.
3.27 mi
+177 ft
-167 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Villeneuve (Canton de Vaud) (Vaud)
A pleasant walk along the "Riviera of Lake Geneva", with superb panoramic views of the lake and surrounding peaks, the grand residences of Montreux and the famous Château de Chillon. This walk is proposed as a one-way trip with the option of returning either by boat or on foot.
The Terraces of Lavaux, the Three Suns
6.83 mi
+899 ft
-787 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Vaud
A beautiful walk through the vineyards of Lavaux, discovering the different appellations. Lovely views of the lake and the Alps.
Local wines can be tasted throughout the hike.
N.B. Contrary to what is automatically indicated on the hike information sheet, the Lavaux terraces are located in the canton of Vaud and not in Valais.
Graydon from the cable car
Tourist office4.58 mi
+171 ft
-2,018 ft
2h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jean-d'Aulps (Haute-Savoie)
Reach the Graydon mountain pasture and its chapel by first taking the Roc d'Enfer cable car. You will then find yourself in a peaceful environment, surrounded by gentians and grazing cows, with Mont Blanc as a backdrop... The Graydon mountain pasture stretches out at the foot of the majestic Roc d'Enfer, where cows and goats graze peacefully on the lush grass around the small chapel surrounded by a magnificent valley.
Crossing the Pléiades from Blonay
6.58 mi
+1,762 ft
-2,480 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Blonay (Vaud)
A classic destination in the region offering magnificent views of Lake Geneva and the surrounding mountains. The route is particularly recommended in spring and autumn. In summer, this largely shaded route limits excessive exposure to the sun. The hike is ideal for family activities, including a visit to the AstroPléiades educational site.