Tour of the Pointe des Mattes

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    La Chapelle-d'Abondance

    Beautiful and sportive hike starting from the valley of Abondance. Exceptional landscapes in the heart of the protected natural area of Mont de Grange.

    The Pointe des Mattes tour is a day hike for good walkers.

    Starting from the Panthiaz car park, you will first walk along the Dranse river before starting your ascent.

    This summit is one of the satellites of the Mont de Grange, which culminates at 2432 m, compared to 2100 m for the Pointe des Mattes.

    You will pass by the Sur Bayard waterfall and reach Les Mattes via the Torrens chalet.

    From the summit, you can enjoy a view of the mountains of the Abondance valley, its villages and the Swiss Alps.

    On your way back down, you will pass by the Trébentaz refuge, in the heart of a Natura 2000 site, where you can enjoy the surrounding environment and an exceptional panorama.

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    Services & Equipment

    • Coach access
    • Car park
    • Free car park

    Customer base

    • Walkers/hikers
    • Level red – hard

    Opening

    From 01/06 to 31/10.
    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.

    Subject to favorable weather.

    Animals

    Animaux : Refused

    Prices

    Free access.

    Location

    Parking de la Panthiaz, 1983 Route des Frasse
    74360 La Chapelle-d'Abondance

    After the centre of the village of La Chapelle d'Abondance, in the direction of Châtel, you will see the Panthiaz cable car. The car park is on your right.

    Characteristics :

    • Close to a public transportation
    • Bus stop < 500 m
    • Near shuttle stop
    • Close to GR footpath
    • Forest location
    • Village 2 km away
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