Neuvecelle walks

A short walk with a moderate climb, alternating between suburban sections and woodland trails. There are some lovely views of Lake Geneva along the way.

Famous for its mineral water and the agreements signed there in March 1962, Évian-les-Bains offers the charm of its shores on Lake Léman and the appeal of its architectural heritage, where Art Nouveau takes centre stage. This walk takes you along the quays and past the town’s various harbours, as well as on a detour to the famous Source Cachat and through the narrow streets of the historic centre.

A short walk with a moderate elevation gain, mainly through shaded terrain. The route through the meadows at the foot of the village of Saint-Paul-en-Chablais offers superb panoramic views of Lake Geneva and the surrounding peaks.

A short hike but with some elevation! Starting from Parc de Neuvecelle, a natural area of ecological interest, you climb to the foot of Saint-Paul-en-Chablais for a route through the meadows. The return journey is mainly through pretty chestnut woods. There are several superb views of Lake Geneva along the way.

Discover the countryside and woods that stretch along the slopes bordering Lake Geneva. Take small roads, good paths and trails, playing leapfrog with two streams rushing down from the Plateau de Gavot and the old disused railway line known as the Tonkin Line.

A hike in a very rural setting that follows paths or small roads with very little traffic. There are some beautiful views: on the way up, of the Dent d'Oche and the surrounding peaks, and on the way down, of the Jura Mountains and, in places, Lake Geneva. There are also two oratories to visit.

Discover two glacial lakes: Lac Noir, nestled in lush greenery, and Lac de la Beunaz, which is also a popular summer leisure destination. This hike follows paths through forests and meadows, as well as small roads with very little traffic. It offers superb panoramic views of Lake Geneva to the north and the surrounding peaks to the south.

A short walk that begins in the very shady forest of Larringes and continues along quiet roads and good paths through the meadows. A chapel, a cup-marked stone, several drinking fountains and beautiful views of Lake Geneva and the neighbouring peaks await you.

A walk on the Gavot Plateau with two distinct character. You begin by strolling through meadows and copses, with lovely views of the neighbouring peaks. The final section of the route is very shaded, and you’ll enjoy meandering along the River Maravant.

Exploring the wetlands of the Gavot Plateau, this short walk follows the Maravant Marsh nature trail before winding its way along the stream of the same name. The return route takes you through the Buissons Brûlés wood. A route that is mostly shaded, ideal for a stroll on hot days.

A walk mainly through pastures with a few sections through woodland. There are superb views of the neighbouring peaks, dominated by the Dent d’Oche.

A short, picturesque walk leading to the Champeillant Chapel, from where you can enjoy sweeping views over Lake Geneva, the neighbouring mountain ranges and Mont Blanc.

The Perron oratory was built on a hillock that is the highest point of the Plateau de Gavot (910 m). From this small summit, as well as from much of the route, you can enjoy extensive views of the northernmost peaks of the Chablais (Mémises, drystone shelter, Oche, Ouzon, Billiat). A family hike that follows paths or small roads with very little traffic.

A short walk along the shores of Lake Geneva, with lovely views of the Swiss shore. The route passes through several public parks with beautiful, majestic trees and a small reed bed. Swimming is possible in season (July–September).

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.

An easy walk suitable for all ages, passing through the varied landscapes characteristic of the Gavot plateau: woodland, forest edges, meadows, marshes and peat bogs. Several beautiful views of the Dent d’Oche and glimpses of Lake Geneva and the Jura.

A walk on the Gavot plateau, along paths and roads with very little traffic. Beautiful panoramic views of Lake Geneva and the Chablais massif as far as Mont Blanc. Small chapel in Champeillant and oratories along the way.

A short walk, the first half of which takes place on quiet roads and the second on pleasantly shaded paths. Two churches, a medieval castle, a few wayside shrines and several beautiful drinking fountains await you.

From the "sea" to the mountains: a long hike with some steep sections, rewarded by superb panoramic views of Lake Geneva. The route takes you through a variety of environments: villages, cultivated countryside, forest, grassy plateaus, high-altitude pastures and ridges. You climb to the summit of Pic des Mémises, where you can enjoy extensive panoramic views of the lake.

A boat trip along the shores of Lake Geneva, where the landscape is at its wildest and the mountains drop most steeply. Beautiful panoramic views and several lovely lakeside houses await.

A short walk along forgotten paths where a good sense of direction is required. The first half of the route takes place in a dense and particularly dark forest. The second half, which is much more open, follows quiet country lanes and offers superb views of Lake Geneva. The Laprau Chapel and several wayside shrines add a lovely touch of heritage.

A short, relatively easy walk through the countryside, offering superb views of the surrounding peaks. The two chapels at Les Faverges and La Beunaz add a lovely touch of heritage.

A short family walk in the heights of the Gavot plateau, on quiet roads and good paths. From the Chapel of Champeillant and the Oratory of Perron, you can enjoy superb panoramic views of Lake Geneva and the peaks of the Chablais as far as Mont Blanc.

A varied hike that combines peaceful trails through meadows with sweeping views of Lake Geneva and the surrounding mountains. The hamlets of Châteauvieux, with its chapel and 400-year-old lime tree, and La Gerbaz, with its mills dating back to the 16th-18th centuries, add a wonderful touch of heritage.

An easy walk but with fairly significant elevation changes and a walking time of nearly5 hours. Beautiful views over the Gavot plateau, Lake Geneva, the Jura and Switzerland, the Dent d’Oche massif, the mountain pastures and the Abondance valley. The final section, along a road (with very little traffic), is the least pleasant. ⚠️ Please note: 8 August 2026, new report from a user >Important information: access to the summit of Mont Baron is strictly prohibited. >We attempted to reach it from Vacheresse, but on arriving at Le Replain, signs indicated that the alpine pastures of Les Boeufs, Mont Baron and Les Grandes Heures were part of private property and were therefore off-limits to walkers from Vacheresse and Bernex. >All the relevant directions on the official beige signposts have either been crossed out, covered with tape or replaced.

A short hike, mainly through woodland, offering a beautiful view of the Dranse valley and the Jura Mountains. Several other points of interest enhance the route: a chapel, an imposing lime tree, the remains of a tuff quarry, a cup-marked stone and a wayside shrine.