Walking itinerary: from Montriond Lake to Ardent Waterfall

  • Sport
  • Pedestrian sports
  • Hiking itinerary
Elevation : 1072m
Lac de Montriond, 74110 Montriond

Description

A refreshing walk starting from Lac de Montriond, for young and old alike, to discover the listed site of the Cascade d'Ardent.
The pretty path alternates between clearings and woodland, passing through the charming hamlet of Les Albertans and its traditional old chalets. Admire the cliffs on your right, where several old galleries remain from which slate was extracted until the 1950s. - Choose your route according to your physical condition and the weather conditions. - Follow the instructions for signposting. - Take sufficient food and water with you. Mountain sports require a lot of energy.

Further information on localisation

Further information on localisation
Departure: bout du Lac de Montriond, free car park > access by shuttle bus: stop of the free Montriond shuttle bus line M at the bout du lac > access by car from Cluses or Thonon: D902 then D228

Services

Free car park
Car park
Public WC
Picnic area
Pets welcome
Pets allowed
Accommodation
Restaurant

Plain text period

From 15/04 to 31/10 daily.
Accessible outside the snow season and subject to weather conditions. Check with the Tourist Office beforehand for current access conditions. Recommended season: spring - summer - autumn.

Subject to favorable weather.

Environment

  • Mountain view
  • Cycling itinerary less than 1 km away
  • Lake view
  • Mountain location
  • Near shuttle stop
  • Close to a public transportation
  • Waterfall view
Updated on 22 July 2026 at 15:21
by Vallée d'Aulps Tourisme
(Offer identifier : 121373)
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