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Tête du Danay, from La Clusaz
Description
A varied, well-exposed itinerary starting from the village, to admire a 360° panorama from the summit of Tête du Danay.
Between forests and alpine pastures, discover one of La Clusaz's must-sees! You'll enjoy changing views all along the way. At the summit, you'll find several orientation tables to help you discover the Aravis mountains.
The forested and shaded sections mean you can enjoy this hike even in the hottest weather.
Technical Information
Altimetric profile
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Additional information
Open period
From 15/05 to 31/10 daily.
Please check with the Tourist Office beforehand for current access conditions.
Updated by
Office de Tourisme de La Clusaz - 06/05/2026
www.laclusaz.com
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Environments
Mountain view
Mountain location
Panoramic view
Contact
Phone : 04 50 32 65 00
Email : infos@laclusaz.com
Website : https://www.laclusaz.com
Type of land
Stone
Ground
Location complements
Parking from the village: a few parking spots at the exit of the village near the Chapelle du Parc, or Salon des Dames car park.
Topo guides and map references
Topo guides references :
Hiking Guidebook TOURNETTE | BORNES | ARAVIS : "Randonnées Sportives et Incontournables" (available for purchase at the Tourist Office for €3, in French only).
Map references :
Route Map TOURNETTE | BORNES | ARAVIS (available for purchase at the Tourist Office for €5, only in French).
IGN Top 25 Map 3430 ET: La Clusaz – Le Grand-Bornand (available for purchase in bookshops or similar retail outlets).
Reception complements
Whatever hike you choose, remember to pack snacks, enough water, sunglasses, sunscreen, a small first-aid kit, as well as clothing suitable for your outing depending on the season and the weather forecast.
Animals
Yes. Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times.
