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Hiking at Tréchauffé summit

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Description

A hike that starts with a climb to the Col de l'Aiguille, with the goats to accompany you and keep you company, then the path climbs through the forest to reach the Pointe de Tréchauffé and its magnificent panorama of Lake Geneva.

From the summit you can also enjoy views of the Vallée d'Aulps peaks and the Swiss Jura.

Technical Information

Walking

Difficulty

Medium

Duration

Dist.

3.8 km

Altimetric profile

Starting point

Chalets de Tréchauffé , 74200 La Forclaz

Lat : 46.314039Lng : 6.628495

Points of interest

La Chèvrerie de Tréchauffé

In the heart of Trechauffe mountain meadow (accessible by car from La Forclaz or from the Abondance valley via the Grand Taillet Col. Light meals from Tuesday to Sunday: potato waffles, traditional cheese toasties, tartiflette, cheese, etc...…

4396 Route de Tréchauffé 74200 La Forclaz

- Vallée d'Aulps Tourisme -

Consulter

Le Bois du Cornet

A mid-mountain guesthouse offering stunning views of the Vallée d’Aulps. The restaurant has a traditional, hearty menu where the accent is on regional produce.Located mid-way between Lake Geneva and the valley’s ski resorts, and an ideal starting point for walkers, the guesthouse is surrounded by a landscape of forest and Alpine meadows. It’s an ideal place to relax, with a welcoming village of 200 residents. It’s also perfect for anyone who likes a calm setting and who enjoy adjusting to the rhythm of nature and the seasons during their stay. Ski locker provided, fireplace in the dining room, carefully prepared meals.

3583 route du Grand Taillet Chef-lieu 74200 La Forclaz

- Vallée d'Aulps Tourisme -

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Date and time

From 01/05/2027 to 31/10/2027

Additional information

Open period

From 01/05 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.

Updated by

Vallée d'Aulps Tourisme - 22/04/2026
www.valleedaulps.com
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Environments

Mountain view
Lake view
Mountain location

Contact

Phone : 04 50 79 65 09

Email : info@valleedaulps.com

Website : https://www.valleedaulps.com

Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/valleedaulpstourisme

Type of land

Not suitable for strollers
Stone
Grit
Ground

Location complements

Departure from the Tréchauffé parking lot, opposite the goat farm.
> Access by car from Thonon or Cluses on the D902 to the village of La Forclaz, then follow the signs for Col du Grand Taillet and the chalets de Tréchauffé. Go to the end of the road.

Topo guides and map references

Map references :
Map: IGN Top 25, 3528 ET, Morzine

Reception complements

- Choose your route according to your physical condition and the weather conditions.
- Follow the instructions for signposting.
- Don't set off too late in the afternoon, to make sure you're back before dark.
- Take sufficient food and water with you. Mountain sports require a lot of energy.

Guidebook with maps/step-by-step

> Departure from the Tréchauffé parking lot (located after the belvedere and after the chalets de Tréchauffé)

1/ From the parking lot, retrace your steps for 300 m along the road towards the Chalets de Tréchauffé.

2/ Take the path on the right towards the Pointe de Tréchauffé.

3/ At the Col de l'Aiguille, take the right-hand path through the forest until you reach a very steep section equipped with metal steps to make the climb easier.

4/ At the summit, leave the path to reach the Pointe de Tréchauffé on the right, some 50 m away.

> Return along the same path.