A beautiful hike which starts from the centre of the village of La Chapelle d'Abondance and offers superb views of the Cornettes de Bise, the village and the valley of Abondance.
This hike takes place in the natural reserve of the Cornettes de Bise, a Natura 2000 site.
The Cornettes tour offers magnificent views of the French and Swiss Chablais mountains.
Starting from the Bise mountain pasture, you'll head for the Pas de la Bosse. You'll pass several alpine chalets: Chalet de la Bosse, Chalets de Cheneau and Chalets Toper.
You then reach the Col de Vernaz at 1815 m altitude. You then descend on the Swiss side and follow the north face of the Cornettes de Bise.
You then reach the Col d'Ugeon at an altitude of 2018 m.
The descent is via Planchamps to the Bise chalets.
You may even spot ibex, of which there are many in this reserve!
Whatever your hike, remember to pack cereal bars, plenty of water, sunglasses, sunscreen, a small first-aid kit, and clothing appropriate to the season and weather forecast.
The Cornettes tour offers magnificent views of the French and Swiss Chablais mountains.
Starting from the Bise mountain pasture, you'll head for the Pas de la Bosse. You'll pass several alpine chalets: Chalet de la Bosse, Chalets de Cheneau and Chalets Toper.
You then reach the Col de Vernaz at 1815 m altitude. You then descend on the Swiss side and follow the north face of the Cornettes de Bise.
You then reach the Col d'Ugeon at an altitude of 2018 m.
The descent is via Planchamps to the Bise chalets.
You may even spot ibex, of which there are many in this reserve!
Whatever your hike, remember to pack cereal bars, plenty of water, sunglasses, sunscreen, a small first-aid kit, and clothing appropriate to the season and weather forecast.
Plain text period
From 01/06 to 15/10 daily.Check with your local tourist office for current access conditions.
Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.
Services
Services
Car park
Parking nearby
Pets welcome
Dogs must be kept on a leash due to the presence of herds and wildlife.Accessibility
Accessibility
Not accessible in a wheelchair