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Neuvecelle park
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Description
The outing goes through the park of Neuvecelle classified natural area and allows to discover the architectural heritage of the main hotels of Evian, the funicular dating back from 1905 and the chapel of Maraiche dating from the 12th century.
With its thematic gardens, the park of Neuvecelle covers 5 ha.
It is listed as a remarkable natural area. The park's mascot, the heron, lives on the edge of the park's ponds.
The walk also takes in the Royal, Ermitage and La Verniaz hotels, as well as the Grange au Lac auditorium, the venue for the 2003 G8 summit.
The funicular, dating back to 1905, takes you to Evian town center (free, open from May to September). Another point of interest is the Maraiche chapel, built in the 12th century by peasant monks. Its bell tower, a painting, a chasuble and a silver chalice have been listed since 1924.
A little extra: the Avenue de Maraiche can lead you to the Maraiche chapel on your way back.
Technical Information
Altimetric profile
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Additional information
Open period
All year round daily.
Accessible outside the snowy period and depending on the weather conditions. Please check with the Tourist Office beforehand to find out the current access conditions.
Updated by
Office de Tourisme Leman Mountains Explore - 22/09/2025
leman-mountains-explore.com
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Contact
Phone : 04 50 73 60 72
Email : info@ot-peva.com
Website : https://leman-mountains-explore.com
Location complements
Departure from the Neuvecelle church parking.
Topo guides and map references
Topo guides references :
On sale at tourist offices around Evian.
Map references :
TOP 25 N°3528 ET Morzine Massif du Chablais Les Portes du Soleil
Type of land
Ground
Hard coating (tar, cement, flooring)
Environments
Mountain view
Lake view
In the country
Village 2 km away
Guidebook with maps/step-by-step
0/ departure from the Neuvecelle church car park
1/ Take the avenue du Léman on 150 m, then the road to Chez Constantin and go along the hotel Royal. At the crossing, take the avenue du Mélèze which passes in front of the Grange au Lac. At the funicular, follow the Nant d'Enfer path which crosses 4 small roads, runs alongside a stream to arrive on the route de la Corniche (D 21). Cross it and walk up for 150 m. Turn left, impasse du Tir au Pigeons, leading to the forest. After new constructions, cross the field and go to the left.
2/ A rather wide forest track on the edge of the wood goes towards the park. It crosses the avenue of Forchex, continues up to a brook to cross. The path crosses the wood, becomes a track again, and joins the road to Valère. Cross the road and take a path on the opposite side for 150 m. You will reach a road with a carriageway. Turn to the right towards the Parc de Neuvecelle.
3/ The Park : Near the car park, a sign proposes 3 circuits. You will discover the ponds, a cave used as a shelter to observe the birds of the reed bed and a fitness trail.) Tables and benches allow for a picnic break in complete peace.
4/ From the car park, go back along the property "la Châtaigneraie". After the gate, a path goes to the right and passes between some houses. You will find a tarred road, Chemin du Chatelard, then the avenue of Montigny which you take on the left to join Verlagny and the town hall. Go down to the stop sign and cross the D21, walk a few metres on Avenue de Maraiche and turn left onto Avenue du Flon. Continue up to the starting point.
Animals
Yes. Pets allowed on a lead only.
