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Walking itinerary : Bacounis loop

On the way to the Bacounis
On the way to the Bacounis
Walking itinerary : Bacounis loop
Walking itinerary : Bacounis loop
Hiking on the Bacounis trail
Credit : OTPEVA

Description

This route takes hikers in the footsteps of the famous Meillerie stones which were transported from Meillerie to Lausanne or Geneva on Savoy boats. The "bacounis" were the men whose profession was to load the boats.
Departure at the pier of Meillerie.

Departing from the Meillerie landing stage, the Bacounis loop takes you on a journey of discovery through the history of the local quarry.

In operation since the late 16th century, this quarry employed up to 450 workers to supply stone for buildings in Geneva and Lausanne.

The quarry closed in 1939 with the arrival of concrete and the great strikes.

Take time to visit the Prieuré de Meillerie, founded by canons of St. Augustine. Admire the Gothic chapel and the defensive tower, now converted into a bell tower.

Following the lake on the last stretch to Locum beach, this easy hike combines local history and lake views.

Enjoy a dip in the lake on the way back!

Technical Information

Walking
Difficulty
Easy
Duration
3h40mn
Dist.
7.9 km
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Altimetric profile

Starting point

Débarcadère de Meillerie , 74500   Meillerie
Lat : 46.407893Lng : 6.718973

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Additional information

Contact

Phone : 04 80 16 10 64

Email : saintgingolph@ot-peva.com

Website : https://leman-mountains-explore.com

Open period

All year round daily.
Please check with the Tourist Office beforehand to find out the current 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

Lakeside or by stretch of water
Lake view
Mountain view
Mountain location
Close to pleasure port

Type of land

Stone
Ground
Not suitable for strollers

Topo guides and map references

Topo guides references :
On sale in the tourist offices of the pays d’Évian.

Map references :
TOP 25 IGN N°3528 ET Morzine Massif du Chablais Les Portes du Soleil

Location complements

Access (by car): From Evian-les-Bains, take the D1005 towards St-Gingolph. In Meillerie, turn left onto Quai Marin Jacquier to reach the Meillerie landing stage parking lot.

Reception complements

Hiking shoes are required. Forest paths can be muddy in wet weather. Due to steep slopes, hiking poles may be useful.

Tricky passages

This hike includes steep passages that require the utmost caution. It is therefore not recommended for people prone to vertigo. Be particularly vigilant in the presence of children.

Guidebook with maps/step-by-step

1/ Departure from landing stage of Meillerie.
2/ Take the direction of "Locum" by the Fauconnière. Then follow the direction of "Locum" at the successive intersections "Bois Coment", "Pierre Jean Jacques Rousseau", "Carrière des Etalins". Then follow the direction of "Pré Fournet" followed by "La Fauconnière", and its panorama, the "Rocher du Balairon" and to finish, the hamlet "les Plantés".
3/ Go back down towards Locum, a small village on the edge of the lake. You will have to cross the D1005 (be careful) to reach the village. When you arrive at "Locum (Plage)", take the direction of Meillerie (Débarcadère) in order to return to your starting point via "la Tronche (Parking)".

Animals

Yes. Dogs allowed, on leash only (several passages and road crossings).

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Caution!
We have no information on the difficulty of this circuit. You may encounter some surprises along the way. Before you go, please feel free to inquire more and take all necessary precautions. Have a good trip! 🌳🥾