From the summit you can also enjoy views of the Vallée d'Aulps peaks and the Swiss Jura.
- Sport
Hiking at Tréchauffé summit
A hike that starts with a climb to the Col de l'Aiguille, with the goats to accompany you and keep you company, then the path climbs through the forest to reach the Pointe de Tréchauffé and its magnificent panorama of Lake Geneva.
Sport Hiking at Tréchauffé summit La Forclaz
About
Signs
Beige panels with black lettering and green arrows
Map references
Map: IGN Top 25, 3528 ET, Morzine
Further informations
Stone, Ground, Grit
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Departure from Tréchauffé parking lot
1/ From the parking lot, retrace your steps for 300 m along the road towards the Tréchauffé chalets.
2/ Take the path on the right towards Pointe de Tréchauffé.
3/ At the Col de l'Aiguille, take the right-hand path through the forest until you reach a very steep section equipped with metal steps to make the climb easier.
4/ At the summit, leave the path to reach the Pointe de Tréchauffé on the right, some 50 m away.
Return along the same path.
Reception
- Choose your route according to your physical condition and the weather conditions.
- Follow the instructions for signposting.
- Don't set off too late in the afternoon, to make sure you're back before dark.
- Take sufficient food and water with you. Mountain sports require a lot of energy.
Dogs must be kept on a leash due to the presence of herds.
Period of practice
From 01/05 to 31/10.
Accessible outside the snow season and subject to weather conditions. Check with the Tourist Office beforehand for current access conditions. Recommended season: spring - summer - autumn.
Services
- Pets welcome
- Car park
- Free car park
Contacts
Access
Departure from the Tréchauffé parking lot, opposite the goat farm.
> Access by car from Thonon or Cluses on the D902 to the village of La Forclaz, then follow the signs for Col du Grand Taillet and the chalets de Tréchauffé. Go to the end of the road.
