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Walking route: Tour of Pointe des Mattes in 2 days - Stage 2
Description
After spending the night at the Trébentaz refuge, you'll head back down to the La Panthiaz parking lot.
From the refuge de Trébentaz, enjoy the panorama one last time.
You'll then start the descent back to your parking lot and starting point, the La Panthiaz parking lot.
Between forests and alpine pastures, enjoy one last time this exceptional environment in the heart of a Natura 2000 listed site.
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.
Check with the wardens for the opening and closing dates of their refuge located on your route.
Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.
Updated by
Office de Tourisme Leman Mountains Explore - 12/12/2025
leman-mountains-explore.com
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Environments
Mountain view
Mountain location
Contact
Phone : 04 50 73 51 41
Email : lachapelledabondance@ot-peva.com
Website : https://leman-mountains-explore.com
Type of land
Stone
Ground
Not suitable for strollers
Grit
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 pack cereal bars, plenty of water, sunglasses, sunscreen, a small first-aid kit, and clothing appropriate to the season and weather forecast.
Tricky passages
Some passages are steep, have good walking shoes.
Guidebook with maps/step-by-step
1/ From the Refuge de Trébentaz, follow signs for "La Pare du Midi".
2/ At the signpost for "La Pare du Midi", follow signs for "La Louennaz".
3/ At "La Louennaz", follow signs for "Les Ravières".
4/ At "Les Ravières" continue towards "Pont du Moulin", passing through "Sur Bayard".
5/ Once you've reached "Pont du Moulin", take the same route back to the Panthiaz parking lot.
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,
