Hiking: Arvouin pass and lake

Name: Hiking: Arvouin pass and lake
Address: Parking de Sevan Devant, La Chapelle-d'Abondance, 74360, FRANCE
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Sport, Pedestrian sports, Hiking itinerary in La Chapelle-d'Abondance

5.6 km

2h 5min

Medium

A hike without difficulties to contemplate the lake of Arvouin, the mountains of Chablais and sumptuous landscapes on the summits of La Chapelle d'Abondance.
The Col et lac d'Arvouin is a half-day hike that takes in a breathtaking landscape from the Sevan parking lot, just 300 meters below.

You'll first reach the glacial lake at the foot of the Linleu summit, in the heart of the Cornettes de Bise massif.

Near Lac d'Arvouin, the mountain pasture of the same name is home to herds of Abondance cows, which supply the milk for the local cheese.

You then reach the Col d'Arvouin or Col de Savalenaz, at 1856 m, which acts as the border between... Read more
The Col et lac d'Arvouin is a half-day hike that takes in a breathtaking landscape from the Sevan parking lot, just 300 meters below.

You'll first reach the glacial lake at the foot of the Linleu summit, in the heart of the Cornettes de Bise massif.

Near Lac d'Arvouin, the mountain pasture of the same name is home to herds of Abondance cows, which supply the milk for the local cheese.

You then reach the Col d'Arvouin or Col de Savalenaz, at 1856 m, which acts as the border between France and our Swiss neighbors.

Whatever your hike, remember to take cereal bars, sufficient water, sunglasses, sun cream, a small first aid kit, as well as clothes adapted to your outing according to the season and the weather forecast.

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Departure

La Chapelle-d'Abondance
Access (by car): At La Chapelle d'Abondance, take the Route du Rys out of the village center, towards Châtel on your left. This is a mountain road.
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From 01/06 to 30/10 daily.
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 snow and weather conditions.
Environment
- Lakeside or by stretch of water
- Lake view
- Mountain location
- Waterside
Documentation
GPX / KML files allow you to export the trail of your hike to your GPS (or other navigation tool)

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