Walking route: Lac des Plagnes and Lac de Tavaneuse round trip

Lac des Plagnes, a UNESCO Geopark, is a popular destination for hikers, anglers and nature lovers. A starting point for many walks, it reveals all the mountain's natural riches.The lake is one of 20 geosites in the UNESCO Chablais World Geopark. Educational panels explain the geological evolution of the Lac des Plagnes and Cubourré site. Of glacial origin, it offers a glimpse of landscapes that have evolved over the past 20,000 years. The lake is accessible by car and has a parking lot, while visitors can stroll along the lakeside dyke. After the snow melts, you can walk around the lake on the "chemin du lac", which is not accessible to baby carriages or people with reduced mobility. In season, restaurants and picnic tables near the lake allow you to enjoy the area. To quench your thirst or spend the night in the mountains, the Tindérêts refuge is about an hour and 15 minutes away. Campervans are not allowed on the parking lot at night.

Picnic Tables and benches are available to you at the Lac des Plagnes.

Family restaurant, friendly atmosphere, simple and generous cuisine based on local products. Local and Savoyard specialities. Come and enjoy a real moment of relaxation in a magnificent natural setting.

Restaurant at the edge of the lake of Plagnes with terrace.

The Lac des Plagnes (1191 m, 6.8 ha) is a veritable treasure trove of greenery and a popular spot for anglers. The lake is densely populated with fario trout, rainbow trout, perch, tench and rotengles.The variety of species guarantees pleasant fishing throughout the season. Trout and char are present and can be fished on sight due to the clarity of the water. Altitude: 1191 m; area: 6.8 ha, depth: 5 m. Parking and restaurant on site in summer. Fish population: brown trout, rainbow trout, perch, tench, rotengle. Fishing permits can be purchased at tourist offices.

Nestling at the foot of the cliffs at Entre Deux Perthuis, between rocks and Alpine meadows, Tavaneuse lake (1805 m) is without question one of the finest waterways in the Chablais. Anglers are welcome to try fly-fishing at either end of the day...The majestic Arctic char, fario trout and minnows of Lac de Tavaneuse have to be seen to be believed. You'll only reach the lake after a long walk, starting from Abondance or Montriond: - From Abondance: 2-hour hike, via the Serranant mountain pasture. - From Montriond: from Lac de Montriond, take the path to Chalets de Lens, then continue up to Portes de Lens, then Col de Tavaneuse on the right and back down to the lake. Ascent: 875m. Lake depth: 6m. Surface area: 2.5 hectares. 1st category lake. Fishing difficulty level: moderately difficult. Fishing permits available from tourist offices.

Abondance Tourism welcome you and inform about the cultural and sportive activites in Abondance and in the region. We give you advices about the accomodation for one week ou several days.The Abondance tourist information office welcomes you all year round and offers the following services: - Information on Abondance and its summer and winter activities. - Information on the Abondance valley, the Evian region, the Portes du Soleil and the surrounding areas in France and Switzerland. - Central availability database for furnished rentals and B&Bs. - Offers apartments, weekly rentals, B&Bs, gîtes, hotels and vacation centers. - Topo guides available: maps, topoguides, topo fiches, Vtopo, hiking, mountain biking, road biking, snowshoeing and ski touring guides. - In summer, Multi Pass and Léman Pass cards on sale. - Ticket books on sale for the Colombus shuttle bus in the Vallée d'Abondance. - Registration for events organized by the tourist office, the Pays d'art et d'Histoire and the Geopark. - Registration for the Vallée d'Abondance mountain office. - Free wifi access outside the tourist office. - Linen rental in partnership with Resalinge.