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The four passes and the Linleu

A hike on the heights of La Chapelle d'Abondance, which offers beautiful panoramas of the Abondance valley and the mountains of the French and Swiss Chablais.

Sport The four passes and the Linleu La Chapelle-d'Abondance

About

Departing from La Chapelle-d'Abondance (74360)
Average length : 02h35
Total elevation gain : 440m
Vertical drop : 440m
Distance : 5.9km
Signed walking trail
Animals allowed

On the heights of La Chapelle d'Abondance, on its southern side, from the Sevan car park, you will take the direction of the Recon pass, then the Conche or Braitaz pass.
All along the circuit, a magnificent view of the Mont-Blanc and the Vaud Alps are waitinf for you.

Below the Aiguillettes restaurant (open in summer), you take a path that leads you to the Outanne pass. After a crossing on the side of the mountain pasture, the path arrives at the Sevan pass. The panorama is superb: below, the lake and the chalets of Arvouin and, in the background, the Cornettes de Bise and the valley of Abondance.

The natural environment of this itinerary is exceptional, especially its flora.
Numerous species of gentians, orchids and arnica adorn the mountain with vived and changing colours.

For the more experienced, you can climb to the top of Mount Lenla (2,093m), a 40 minutes walk, before taking a path to the Sevan car park.

A nice loop to discover with superb views of the French and Swiss sides.

Loop
Total elevation gain : 440m
Altitude max : 1891m
Vertical drop : 440m

Signs

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

Stone, Ground, Grit

    1 3

    0/ Parking de Sevan in La Chapelle d'Abondance.
    1/ Take the forest track going up towards the Col de Recon, then continue to the Col de Conche or Braitaz.
    2/ Below the bar of Aiguillettes, you take a path which leads you to the col d'Outanne. After a crossing on the side of the mountain pasture, the path arrives at the col de Sevan.
    For the more experienced, you can climb to the top of Mount Lenla (2,093 m), a 40 minutes walk.
    3/ The return journey takes the same path to Les Aiguillettes, then a shortcut on your right takes you back to the Sevan car park.

    Prices

    Free access.

    Reception

    Animals allowed
    Languages spoken : French
    Not adapted to strollers

    Dogs must be kept on a lead due to the presence of herds and wildlife, Natura 2000 reserve and hunting reserve.

    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
    • Restaurant
    Equipments
    • Picnic area
    • Parking nearby

    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

    Accessible from the Sevan car park with free parking or by the La Panthiaz gondola depending on opening days and times.

    Information update on 09/03/2024 by Office de Tourisme Leman Mountains Explore
    Randonnée PDIPR (Plan Départemental des Itinéraires de Promenades et de Randonnées)