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Mount Baron from Pré Richard

The Mont Baron express hike allows access to a breathtaking view of the lake and mountains without too much difficulties.

Sport Mount Baron from Pré Richard Bernex

About

Departing from Bernex (74500)
Average length : 01h30
Total elevation gain : 200m
Vertical drop : 200m
Distance : 4km
Signed walking trail
Animals allowed

A fast hike to the summit of Mont Baron. A breathtaking view of Lake Geneva, the Dent d'Oche and Mont Blanc awaits you!

Way and back
Total elevation gain : 200m
Altitude max : 1560m
Vertical drop : 200m

Signs

Departmental markings called P.D.I.P.R. on beige metal panel and green writing.

Map references

TOP 25 IGN 3528 ET

Topoguides references

On sale at tourist offices around Evian.

Further informations

Rock, Stone, Ground

    1 4

    0/ Departure from the upper station of the Pré Richard chairlift 1/ Turn right, skirt the reservoir and, before a group of 3 ski-lift towers, take the track on the left which leads to an open area. 2/ At the Pellys rock, take the track that climbs to the right and follow the signs for "Col des Boeufs". You need to be sure-footed, as the path leads up a fairly steep slope. You will climb up through the woods. 3/ At the pass, take the path that climbs to your right. At another crossroads, take the track on your right. Follow the path as it winds its way up through the meadow. You will reach the summit of Mont Baron, marked by a cross.
    4/ Return by the same route.

    Prices

    Free access. There is a charge for the chairlift.

    Reception

    Animals allowed
    Languages spoken : French

    Pets allowed on a lead only due to the presence of herds.

    Period of practice

    All year round.
    Accessible depending on weather conditions. Please check with the Tourist Office beforehand to find out the current access conditions.

    Services
    • Pets welcome
    • Accessible via ski lift
    Equipments
    • Public WC
    • Parking

    Access

    Pré Richard gare supérieure 74500 Bernex
    Departing from : Bernex (74500)
    Latitude : 46.346356 - Longitude : 6.696848

    Departure from the car park of the upper station of Pré Richard.

    Information update on 18/02/2024 by Office de Tourisme Leman Mountains Explore