• Sport

On the balcony of the upper Abondance valley

This easy hike on the heights of the valley of Abondance takes you to the chalets of Mouet. A beautiful panorama on the summits of the valley and the Swiss Alps awaits you!

Sport On the balcony of the upper Abondance valley La Chapelle-d'Abondance

About

Departing from La Chapelle-d'Abondance (74360)
Average length : 02h20
Total elevation gain : 160m
Vertical drop : 160m
Distance : 6.4km
Signed walking trail
Animals allowed

An easy hike for the whole family, with panoramic views over the entire Abondance valley.

From the Sevan parking lot (1,590 m), the hike begins with a forest path towards the Mouët chalet. You'll then follow a long path on the balcony of the valley, with a superb panorama of Mont de Grange. You're on the Portes du Soleil walking tour.

You'll then reach Chalets du Mouët. In summer, you can take a gourmet break at this mountain pasture or buy Abondance cheese.

For the return journey, head for Le Douert, then take the pleasant forest path back to the starting point.

From Le Mouët, a variation is possible (red level: +1 h 30): head towards Le Mouet/le Petit Châtel, which will take you to Barbossine and then on to Col du Saix. Nice view of Châtel and La Chapelle.

Loop
Total elevation gain : 160m
Altitude max : 1760m
Vertical drop : 160m

Signs

Departmental PDIPR signposting (beige panel, green writing)

Map references

Portes du Soleil hiking map in France and Switzerland TOP 25 N°3528 ET Morzine Massif du Chablais Les Portes du Soleil

Topoguides references

On sale in the tourist offices of the Abondance valley.

Further informations

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    1/ Start from the Sevan parking lot (1,590 m) in La Chapelle d'Abondance.
    2/ Take the forest path towards "Chalets du Mouët".
    3/ Once you've reached "Chalets du Mouët", take the path below towards "Douert".
    4/ Then take the forest path back to your starting point at "Sevan devant".

    From Le Mouët, a variation is possible (red level: +1 h 30): head towards "Mouët/le Petit Châtel", which will take you to "Barbossine" and then "Col du Saix", returning via "Douert".

    Prices

    Free access.

    Reception

    Animals allowed
    Languages spoken : French

    Dogs must be kept on a leash due to the presence of herds and wildlife.

    Period of practice

    From 01/06 to 30/09.
    Accessible except during snow and depending on weather conditions.
    Please check with the Tourist Office for the latest information on access conditions. This route is usually suitable for strong walkers during spring, summer, and autumn, except in adverse weather.

    Services
    • Pets welcome
    Equipments
    • Picnic area
    • Parking

    Access

    Route de l'Aubourry Lieu-dit Sevan 74360 La Chapelle-d'Abondance
    Departing from : La Chapelle-d'Abondance (74360)
    Latitude : 46.305798 - Longitude : 6.818503

    Access from the Sevan car park (end of the Rys paved road) with free parking or by the La Panthiaz gondola (depending on opening days and times).

    Information update on 20/02/2024 by Office de Tourisme Leman Mountains Explore
    Randonnée PDIPR (Plan Départemental des Itinéraires de Promenades et de Randonnées)