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La Dent d'Oche from Novel
Association / Club / Walk leader
8.89 mi
+4,478 ft
-4,475 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Novel (Haute-Savoie)
La Dent d'Oche is accessible via various routes. This one starts from a place called "La Planche" above Novel. It passes through "les chalets de Neuteu", the Pavis pass, the portes d'Oche, the lac de la case, the planchamp pass, the dent d'Oche and returns via the Rebollion pass, the Neuve pass, the Neuva dessous, the enclos, and finally "la Planche".
This route allowed us to see many ibex in different places and the local flora.
Pic de Borée from Novel
Visorando Member
5.61 mi
+2,510 ft
-2,510 ft
4h 45
Difficult
Departure from Novel (Haute-Savoie)
A summit offering superb views of both Lake Geneva and the Chablais massif. This route via the south face offers a walk in a beautiful natural setting. It also avoids the hassle of the ski lifts at the Thollon ski resort (north face, more crowded).
Lac et Pas de Lovenex
4.81 mi
+2,497 ft
-2,490 ft
4h 25
Difficult
Departure from Novel (Haute-Savoie)
Niché dans un cadre sauvage, le Lac de Lovenex constitue le but de cette randonnée franco-suisse. On passe d'abord au Pas de Lovenex, afin de bénéficier d'une vue unique sur ce petit lac qui apparaît comme suspendu au-dessus du Lac Léman visible à l'arrière-plan.
Tour of the two peaks of Oche from Novel
8.13 mi
+3,747 ft
-3,750 ft
7h 00
Difficult
Departure from Novel (Haute-Savoie)
This hike takes you around two iconic twin peaks in the Chablais region, the famous Dent d'Oche and its lesser-known neighbour, the Château d'Oche. The first part of the loop offers superb views of the impressive north faces of these two peaks. The second part, via the chalets of Oche and the Portes du même nom, opens onto the Bise nature reserve and the lakes of Darbon and Neuteu. The final descent takes place in the forest near the French-Swiss border.
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.
Saint Gingolph - La Chapelle d'Abondance
10.74 mi
+6,010 ft
-3,934 ft
10h 10
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Gingolph (Haute-Savoie)
Itinéraire de la traversée des Alpes. Etape des rives du lac Léman au Val d'Abondance. Franchir les montagnes du Chablais par une longue grimpette de 1850m en traversant les alpages pour passer le Col de Bise puis redescendre à la station de ski de la Chapelle d'Abondance. Cet itinéraire offre de très beaux panoramas sur le plus grand lac d'Europe et sur le sommet des Cornettes de Bise.
Lake Darbon from Bise
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.
Cornettes de Bise from Bise
6.40 mi
+3,888 ft
-3,862 ft
6 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from La Chapelle-d'Abondance (Haute-Savoie)
One of the most beautiful hikes in the Chablais! A long and demanding route, where you walk in sumptuous surroundings. From the summit, the highest in the region along with the neighbouring Mont de Grange (2,432 m), there is a superb panorama of Lake Geneva, the Chablais peaks, the Swiss Alps and the Mont Blanc massif.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Pic de Blanchard via the Chalets de Corniens
8.07 mi
+2,267 ft
-2,241 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Thollon-les-Mémises (Haute-Savoie)
A hike at medium altitude, on a route that is often shaded. A flower-covered summit offering superb views of Lake Geneva and the surrounding peaks. Beautiful views of the lake along the way.
Darbon Lake from Fontaine Lake
6.94 mi
+2,756 ft
-2,762 ft
5h 35
Difficult
Departure from Vacheresse (Haute-Savoie)
An original route to reach Lake Darbon. The outward journey takes place in a wilder and less frequented setting than the usual route from the Chalets de Bise, which are crossed on the return journey due to a closed path on the original route. If you wish to avoid them, it is of course possible to return from the lake via the same route as on the outward journey.
N.B. Route within a protected natural area: see recommendations in the practical information.
Pointe de Bénevent
5.61 mi
+2,579 ft
-2,566 ft
4h 50
Difficult
Departure from Vacheresse (Haute-Savoie)
The ascent of a little-visited peak in the renowned Bise area. A hike featuring a few tricky sections, which can be done as a round trip or a circular hike.
A shorter, easier version is suitable for a family hike in beautiful, unspoilt surroundings.
N.B. Route within a protected natural area: see the recommendations in the practical information.
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