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Walking route: Trébentaz circuit from Plan des Feux
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Description
In the heart of the Mont de Grange hunting reserve, you will follow forest paths to reach the Trebentaz refuge. Magnificent views of the Valais and Vaud Swiss Alps await you.
A pretty hike of difficult difficulty in the Mont de Grange reserve, a Natura 2000 reserve and hunting reserve, where 300 hectares of nature are preserved, a refuge for remarkable wildlife: chamois, mouflons, roe deer, stags, wild boar, marmots, golden eagles, capercaillie, etc., and a varied flora with some rare species: alpine columbine, Martagon lily, Paradise lily, bear-eared primrose.
From Plan des Feux, follow the forest track towards Louennaz, then head for the refuge de Trébentaz.
The refuge is a stage on the GR5. You can enjoy an exceptional panorama during a well-deserved lunch break!
From the hut, take a small trail to the "Altitude 2,020 m" sign, the highest point of the route and the best view of the Swiss Alps. The descent is via the Chalets d'alpage du Folliet through a combe. Return in the direction of Plan des Feux.
Departures from the village: you can start the hike from Le Clos or Le Moulin. Count an extra 1h45 walking time.
Technical Information
Altimetric profile
Starting point
Points of interest
Date and time
- From 01/06/2026 to 15/10/2026
Additional information
Open period
From 01/06 to 15/10 daily.
Check with tourist offices in advance to find out the current access conditions.
Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.
Updated by
Office de Tourisme Leman Mountains Explore - 24/11/2025
leman-mountains-explore.com
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Environments
Forest location
Mountain location
Close to a public transportation
Bus stop < 500 m
Contact
Phone : 04 50 73 51 41
Email : lachapelledabondance@ot-peva.com
Website : https://leman-mountains-explore.com
Type of land
Stone
Ground
Grit
Not suitable for strollers
Location complements
Access from the Plan des Feux car park (free parking) by the Clos Baron road or from the village on foot, allow around 45 minutes to 1 hour to reach the car park.
Topo guides and map references
Topo guides references :
Hiking maps and guidebooks are available for purchase at tourist offices throughout the Evian and Abondance Valley region.
Map references :
- Map guide to 65 walks and hikes in the Evian region and Abondance valley
- Map of walking routes in the Portes du Soleil area in France and Switzerland
- IGN TOP 25 No. 3528 ET Morzine Chablais Massif Portes du Soleil
Reception complements
Whatever your hike, remember to take cereal bars, sufficient water, sunglasses, sun cream, a small first aid kit, as well as clothes adapted to your outing according to the season and the weather forecast.
Guidebook with maps/step-by-step
0/ Start: Plan des Feux.
1/ Take the forest track in the direction of Louennaz. Continue the track until you see the sign "Altitude 1550 m".
2/ Then, on the right, take the small path that leads to the refuge of Trébentaz.
3/ At the refuge, take the small path on the right, towards the sign "Altitude 2 020 m", the highest point of the route.
4/ The descent is via the Chalets du Folliet through a valley.
5/ Return to the Plan des Feux car park.
6/ Variations from the village: 1. park at the Crêt-Béni car park. Take the Guéterlaz trail at the left of the restaurant "le Clos Savoyard", leading directly to the Plan des Feux.
2. From the place called "le Moulin", take the direction of the cascade Sur Bayard by the G.R. 5, then follow "Refuge de Trébentaz".
Animals
Yes. Dogs must be kept on a leash due to the presence of livestock and wildlife.
Livestock guard dogs are present in this area, so it is recommended that you adapt your behaviour to minimise disturbance to the livestock and avoid triggering the dogs (barking, approaching, etc.). If the dogs approach,
