Leman Mountains Explore____Mountains and their wilderness

Mountains and their wilderness

Maybe now more than ever, we all have the need to get away, into the wilds, far from the crowds but close to the mountain’s peaks. A craving for physical but achievable challenges to create unforgettable adventures. The appetite for thrills and emotions with a breathtaking panoramic view to reward your efforts and uphill climbs.

Nestled in the heart of the Chablais Geopark, the mountains in the Pays d’Evian Vallée d’Abondance have sumptuous panoramas from lake to summits. With its unspoilt nature and genuine ambiance, get away for a break in one of the most beautiful destinations in Haute-Savoie.

Discover the beautiful Abondance Valley landscapes on foot

A FAVOURITE HIKE: LAKE PLAGNES TO LAKE TAVANEUSE

Two magnificent lakes await you on this sumptuous hike from Lake Plagnes to Lake Tavaneuse!

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Come and watch the Ibex!

This 5-hour hike with a state-certified mountain guide is renowned for being one of the most beautiful in Chablais. The wild mountain environment and three passes are conducive to magical encounters with Ibex.

Best hikes in the territory

The Pays d’Evian vallée d’Abondance is a true hiking paradise! Discover the most beautiful circuits to do alone, with family or friends!

Or Go Exploring By Bike

Chemin des bords de Dranse Abondance

Cycle alongside the Dranse River

Chilling out on the River Dranse path. An easy and flat (almost for the mountains) cycling itinerary. The absolute dream! Between Châtel and Abondance there’s a 22-km cyclo-pedestrian path for everyone that runs alongside the local iconic Dranse river.

E-BIKE EXCURSION TO DISCOVER THE 'BALCONS DU LÉMAN'

Starting from the Gavot Plateau, enjoy this gentle half-day excursion to discover the high-mountain landscape, the Balcons du Léman, with an instructor-guide who will adapt the outing to the group’s level.

The E-MTBs will enable you to visit the various high points on the Balcons du Léman with ease, whilst enjoying its mountain environment (pastures, trails, forests, small high-altitude lakes, etc.) and magnificent views across Lake Geneva and Switzerland.

Multi-Pass card

The vallée d’Abondance and the Portes du Soleil are an ideal holiday destination for everyone thanks to the Multi Pass card. This card is offered to all holidaymakers staying with a partner host of the operation. Thanks to the Multi Pass, you will spend an unforgettable holiday in our beautiful mountains. Take advantage of many reductions, even freebies on presentation of the card and in an unlimited way!

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