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Saint Gingolph - La Chapelle d'Abondance
Visorando Member
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.
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.
Along the shores of Lake Geneva from one Saint-Gingolph to the other
1.61 mi
+102 ft
-102 ft
0h 50
Easy
Departure from Saint-Gingolph (Haute-Savoie)
On the southern shore of Lake Geneva, two neighbouring municipalities are both called Saint-Gingolph; one is in Switzerland, the other in France. This short walk takes you from one to the other, first along the lake and then through the streets higher up. You’ll be treated to some stunning views and a rich heritage.
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.
Pointe de Pétalouse
5.80 mi
+2,175 ft
-2,175 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Novel (Haute-Savoie)
A little-visited peak, more accessible than the neighbouring Pic de Borée and offering a beautiful panorama. The walk takes place in superb surroundings.
Pic de Borée from Novel
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.
La Grande Jumelle from Novel
8.00 mi
+3,967 ft
-3,960 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Novel (Haute-Savoie)
An original route to climb a little-visited summit from which you can enjoy sweeping views. A relatively demanding route, with exposed sections along the summit ridge, set in a very beautiful landscape.
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.
Roc de Rianda from Novel
6.60 mi
+2,530 ft
-2,500 ft
5h 15
Difficult
Departure from Novel (Haute-Savoie)
Situated between the Pic de Borée (to the north) and the prestigious Dent d’Oche (to the south), the Roc de Rianda is a wild and little-visited peak. This is evident: part of the route follows poorly marked paths or goes off-trail. A good sense of direction and navigation is therefore required. The route takes in some truly beautiful scenery and passes at the foot of the impressive north faces of the Château d’Oche and the Dent d’Oche.
La Grande Jumelle
8.10 mi
+3,829 ft
-3,829 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Vouvry (Valais)
A not too busy hike up to a summit offering a vast panoramic view. A relatively challenging route with some aerial passages requesting a certain sense of itinerary at times. The beginning of the hikes passes through Tanay site and its lake.
Le Grammont
7.83 mi
+3,776 ft
-3,776 ft
6h 55
Difficult
Departure from Vouvry (Valais)
Passing through the preserved site of Tanay, with its lake, you climb to a summit that offers a unique view of Lake Geneva and a wide panorama of the surrounding mountains. A popular hike with steep sections but no technical difficulty.N.B. The calculated elevation gain is slightly overestimated; the actual cumulative elevation gain is close to 1,000 metres.
Alamon from Miex
6.17 mi
+2,936 ft
-2,936 ft
5h 25
Difficult
Departure from Vouvry (Valais)
A little-visited summit, accessible in mid-season and offering beautiful views. The climb starts in the forest and passes through the protected site of Taney and its lake. The hike ends in the mountain pastures.
Cornettes de Bise from Miex
9.83 mi
+4,721 ft
-4,705 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Vouvry (Valais)
A very varied route for climbing the Cornettes de Bise from Switzerland. The summit, the highest in the region alongside the neighbouring Mont de Grange (2,432 m), offers a superb panorama. The descent through the Combe de la Chaux du Milieu takes place in a stunning, unspoilt setting, and the village of Tanay is enchanting.
A long hike with significant elevation gain, which requires a good level of fitness.
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.
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.
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.
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