• Sport

Tour of Haute Pointe

On this pleasant walk, you will be exploring the lush-green mountainside pastures around this fantastic staggering peak.

Sport Tour of Haute Pointe Mieussy

About

Departing from Mieussy (74440)
Average length : 03h30
Total elevation gain : 510m
Vertical drop : 510m
Distance : 8.4km
Signed walking trail
Animals not allowed

Besides the green pastures of Chablais, this trail also offers a magnificent viewpoint over the Sommand Plateau, Mont-Blanc mountains and the other surrounding peaks.

Loop
Total elevation gain : 510m
Altitude max : 1815m
Vertical drop : 510m

Further informations

Rock, Ground

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    From the lake, follow signs for the Col de Cordon. From the mountain pass, go down towards Les Charmettes and then up to Les Charmettes d’en Haut. Follow the path to the Col de Chavannais. Below Haute Pointe, this itinerary crosses over some steep slopes (rocky passage with cables to hold onto), to reach the Col de Chavan. From the mountain pass, it is possible to climb up to the peak of Haute Pointe (1,958m) in around twenty minutes. Carry on to the Chalets du Coin and then follow the farming track to the road, cross the road and then go along the road that leads to the Chalets de la Ramaz, and then the Lac de Sommand.

    Prices

    Free access.

    Reception

    Animals not allowed
    Not adapted to strollers

    Period of practice

    From 15/05 to 15/11.

    Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

    Services
    • Motorhomes allowed
    • Accommodation
    • Restaurant
    Equipments
    • Car park

    Access

    Parking du lac de Sommand Sommand 74440 Mieussy
    Departing from : Mieussy (74440)
    Latitude : 46.16039 - Longitude : 6.551269
    Information update on 23/04/2024 by Praz de Lys Sommand Tourisme