This itinerary, located in the heart of the Abondance valley, is a very beautiful walk along the water which will take you from La Chapelle d'Abondance to Abondance along the Dranse.
No difficulty on this walk, ideal for a family outing.
There are several bus stops along the route if you only want to go one way, or if you want to shorten your walk.
You can also start from the village of Abondance and follow the direction of La Chapelle d'Abondance.
Along the way, you will be able to observe the mountains of the Abondance valley and its mountain pastures, the traditional habitat. You will pass by an old bread oven. You may meet Abondance cows in the meadows along the way.
Picnic tables and benches allow you to enjoy this place where it is good to walk during the hot weather.
- Sport
Itinerary along the Dranse: from La Chapelle d'Abondance to Abondance
A beautiful round trip of about fifteen kilometres along the Dranse river, between Abondance and La Chapelle d'Abondance. Ideal for families!
About
Signs
Departmental PDIPR signposting on beige metal panels with green lettering.
Map references
Portes du Soleil hiking map in France and Switzerland TOP 25 IGN N°3528 ET Morzine Massif du Chablais Les Portes du Soleil.
Topoguides references
Detailed leaflet available in the tourist offices of the Abondance valley.
Further informations
Stone, Ground
Departure point: parking lot opposite the school in La Chapelle d'Abondance.
1/ From the parking lot, take the path on the right towards "Abondance" along the banks of the Dranse to reach the "Pont de l'Ariot".
2/ From "Pont de l'Ariot", follow the signs for "Abondance", passing the following signposts and signposts: "Pont des Contamines", "Pont à Camille", "Miolène", "Les Ogay", "Les Carres", before reaching the village of Abondance.
2/ From the village of Abondance, follow the same route back to La Chapelle d'Abondance and your starting point.
Prices
Free access.
Reception
Dogs must be kept on a leash (mountain bikers and many hikers pass by depending on the period).
Period of practice
From 01/05 to 30/11.
Accessible outside the snow season and according to weather conditions. Please check with the Tourist Office beforehand for current access conditions. Recommended season: spring - summer - autumn.
- Pets welcome
- Coach access
- Restaurant
- Car park
- Free car park
- Parking
- Picnic area
Contacts
Access
Centres of the villages of Abondance or La Chapelle d'Abondance depending on the starting point.
