Walking itinerary: Tour des Cornettes de Bise

The summer farm situated in the hamlet of Bise is a gem. The majestic mountains with their hints of red and its disappearing lake, together bear witness to the 200 million years of Earths movements.This natural site is part of a protected area NATURA 2000 and is one of the iconic site of the Chablais UNESCO Global Geopark. Refuge, cheese sale, restoration and visit of a small museum space on site.

Located at the French-Swiss border, at 1815 meters above sea level, the Col de Vernaz (pronounced "Verne") connects the Valley of Chevenne (perpendicular to the Abondance Valley) and the Au de Taney, above the lake of the same name.lt is one of the possible crossing points for the ascent of the Cornettes de Bise.

The Cornettes de Bise massif is located between the Abondance valley and the Tanay valley, in Switzerland. Located in the town of La Chapelle d'Abondance, it peaks at 2432 m above sea level and is part of the Natura 2000 network.Chamois, mouflons, golden eagles and notably the Alpine ibex, whose (border) population is estimated at around 700 individuals, can be seen on this massif. Certain species, such as the blue thistle, are also abundant on the site, but are nevertheless rare in France or in Europe. The angular relief of the Cornettes de Bise is composed of hard limestone rocks. The slopes are steep, even abrupt, with numerous rocky bars and scree. By decree of 2 August 2013, the Cornettes de Bise is a classified site because of its picturesque character. A classified site is a remarkable natural area whose historical, artistic, scientific, legendary or picturesque character requires, in the name of the general interest, that it be preserved in its current state and that it be protected from any serious damage (destruction, alteration, trivialisation, etc.). Natura 2000 is a network of protected natural sites throughout Europe, identified for the rarity or fragility of their wild species and the natural habitats that shelter them. The aim is to preserve the biodiversity of these areas in the long term without banning all human activities and to enhance the natural heritage of the area. Natura 2000 is not a nature reserve in the strict sense.

At the foot of the Cornettes de Bise, in the heart of the Bise mountain pasture, Natura 2000 network. Access by car via Vacheresse or by hiking via the Col de Bise (from Saint-Gingolph), via the Pas de la Bosse (from La Chapelle Abondance) or the Col d'Ugeon.At lunchtime, catering/service of Savoyard specialities. Night in a refuge, dormitory.

The tourist information office is at your disposal for all information about the resort-village and its surrounding villages in the Evian-Vallée d'Abondance region and neighboring Switzerland.The tourist information office and its advisors welcome you all year round and offer the following services: - tourist information on La Chapelle d'Abondance and its summer and winter activities - tourist information on the Evian-Vallée d'Abondance region, the Portes du Soleil and the surrounding area in France and neighboring Switzerland - central availability database for furnished rentals - accommodation options: furnished accommodation, bed and breakfast, gîtes, hotels, vacation centers, tourist residences, refuges - pay station for winter ski passes and summer passes purchased on skipass.lachapelle74.com - A wide range of maps and topo-guides, free or on sale: hiking, trail, mountain biking, road biking, climbing, via ferrata, snowshoeing, ski touring (IGN map, Portes du Soleil hiking map, topo guide to walks and hikes in the Vallée d'Abondance, topo Chablais Grimpe). - ticket sales for various tourist services: events, visits and activities - sale of fishing cards - sale of 10-trip EVA'D bus passes - sale of Swiss motorway vignettes - Abondance cultural center tickets: Abbey of Abondance and Maison du Fromage Abondance - CGN (Compagnie Générale de Navigation sur le lac Léman) ticket office - Chaplin's World Museum ticket office in Vevey (Switzerland) - Aquaparc ticket office in Le Bouveret (Switzerland) - Swiss Vapeur Parc ticket office in Le Bouveret (Switzerland) - ticket office Fort de Chillon in Veytaux (Switzerland) - guided hiking outings (December to March - July and August) - ski touring ticket office (December to March) - guided Via Ferrata and rock-climbing outings (July and August) - tickets for guided cultural tours (all year round) - goodies, souvenirs, posters - Pocket Wifi rental - linen rental in partnership with supplier Resalinge - photocopying and scanning service - free public Wifi connection