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Tétras-Lyre hiking trail
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Description
This family hike combines two interests: firstly, the discovery of the Tétras-Lyre, the emblematic bird of the mountain and, through it, its habitat and the interaction between man and nature. Secondly, the panoramic views from the Jaillet ridge.
Starting from the Megève Ball Trap, drive through the Aravis foothills to the Col du Jaillet.
This beautiful ridge is at the gateway to the Aravis chain's natural zone of ecological, faunistic and floristic interest.
Along the way, you'll be able to contemplate beautiful views of the Roof of Europe and admire many rare and protected species, such as the Golden Eagle or the Carex and its Cotton-grasses: plants with a tuft of cotton at the top.
As you make your way up to the Col, you'll follow the Tétras-Lyre theme trail through the forest, lined with question-and-answer panels to help you learn more about this typical alpine bird.
Technical Information
Altimetric profile
Starting point
Date and time
- From 15/04/2026 to 15/10/2026
Additional information
Open period
From 15/04 to 15/10.
Check with the tourism office for the access conditions.
Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.
Updated by
Conseil Départemental de la Haute-Savoie - 24/11/2025
www.hautesavoiexperience.fr
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Environments
Mountain view
Mountain location
Contact
Phone : 04 50 21 27 28
Email : megeve@megeve.com
Type of land
Ground
Location complements
Access (by car): Join Megève and at the Palais des Sports traffic circle, head towards '' Le Jaillet ''. Turn right in the direction of ''Ball-trap'', pass the Mont de la Mottaz, and follow the main road up to the end. Park in the parking lot in front of the Ball-trap chalet.
Topo guides and map references
Map references :
TOP 25 IGN 3531OT
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
1/ From the Ball Trap parking lot, follow the road to the start of the theme trail, marked by a welcome sign.
2/ Following the theme signs, continue along the trail, turning right after the Chalet des Frasses. After a short climb out of the forest, join the track on the left, which leads to the Col du Jaillet via the Borne Romaine.
3/ From the Col du Jaillet, return to the Borne Romaine intersection before climbing to the right along the ridge up to L'Eperon. Halfway up, fork right onto the path leading down to the Chalet des Frasses. Return to your starting point by the same route as the outward journey.
Animals
Yes. Pets allowed on leash only.
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