Les Gentianettes Hotel: Adventure in La chapelle-d'abondance

A beautiful hike which starts from the centre of the village of La Chapelle d'Abondance and offers superb views of the Cornettes de Bise, the lake of Arvouin, the village and the valley of Abondance. This hike starts in the centre of the typical Haut Savoyard village of La Chapelle d'Abondance. It is located within the natural site of the Cornettes de Bise, classified Natura 2000. You will take the road and then follow a forest path in the direction of Chevenne. You will then take a pastoral track and a path towards the Vernaz pass at the foot of the imposing Cornettes de Bise mountain. At the pass, a magnificent view awaits you on its southern face. You will then reach the Col de Resse and then the Col du Serpentin and the Tête de l'Avalanche, the highest point of the route at 1854m. This viewpoint on the lake of Arvouin, the Dents du Midi and the valley of Abondance is worth the diversions. It is also an area frequented by mouflons, marmots and grouse roosters. After a short descent through the alpine chalets, you can enjoy a moment of relaxation at the edge of the Arvouin lake. You may meet Abondance cows or ibexes, which are very present on this site. The return to the village of La Chapelle d'Abondance is via a fairly steep path through the Tête de la Maisonnette mountain pasture and a long descent through the forest.

A hike that takes you to the Raille mountain pasture below the Cornettes de Bise. From the village center, take the road towards Chevenne, which runs alongside a pleasant stream lined with old chalets, then towards La Plagne for around 1,200 m. A path leads through spruce forests and clearings to the Chalet de la Raille, an alpine pasture occupied in summer by herds of Abondance cows. From here, you'll enjoy splendid views of the Cornettes de Bise, Mont Chauffé, Mont Jorat, the Tavaneuse massif, Mont de Grange and the Dents du Midi. Return via the north combe behind Chalet de la Raille. After a steep passage (secured by a chain), you descend towards Chevenne and then the village.

Follow the character of Sapicéa, imagined by Chapellans schoolchildren and get to know the forest environment and the surrounding landscapes through five informative and fun panels. Accessible on foot from the centre of the village of La Chapelle d'Abondance, the Blanchet trail allows you to discover the forest environment: species present, forest management, the landscapes of the Abondance valley. Sapicéa, a small imaginary character, will help you discover this environment with content adapted to families. From the village, you will follow the Chevenne road which runs alongside a stream lined with old chalets. You will walk along a deer park, perhaps you will see them. You will then join the Blanchet path in the forest, along the way, five informative and entertaining panels will teach you more about the flora and the surrounding landscapes. This path will lead you to the Côte where you can admire the valley and the surrounding peaks such as the Cornettes de Bise, Mont de Grange, Mont Chauffé or the Dents du Midi. You will then reach the centre of the village.

A lovely fifteen-kilometer round trip along the Dranse river between Abondance and La Chapelle d'Abondance. Ideal for families! This itinerary, located in the heart of the Abondance valley, is a beautiful walk along the river that takes you from La Chapelle d'Abondance to Abondance along the Dranse. There's no difficulty on this walk, making it ideal for a family outing. There are several bus stops along the way, should you wish to make just one trip, or shorten your walk. You can also start from the village of Abondance and follow the signs to La Chapelle d'Abondance. Along the way, you'll be able to observe the mountains of the Abondance valley and their alpine pastures, as well as the traditional habitat. You'll pass an old bread oven. You may even come across some Abondance cows in the meadows along the way. Picnic tables and benches make this a pleasant place to stroll on hot summer days.

Electric mountain bike trail of medium difficulty, on asphalt road then 4x4 road, to the Col de Recon. From the village, follow the asphalt road to Rys, reaching its summit "Sevan". Then take the 4x4 track up to the Col de Recon. The view of the Dents du Midi on the way up is breathtaking. From the Col de Recon, you can follow route 11a, details here: espacestrail.run/fr/portesdusoleil/parcours/88238

A loop accessible from the heart of the village. Opposite the tourist office, go up the Chevenne road which follows a stream with some old chalets on its banks. Turn right towards La Côte on to the Le Blanchet footpath. At La Côte, return to the starting point via Chez Les Thoules and the village center. Note: one stretch of this route is along the road and you will have to remove your snowshoes.

A walk in the forest starting from the village of La Chapelle d'Abondance with a passage near the deer park and along the stream of Chevenne, ideal for discovering the diversity of trees and mountain flowers with the children. This easy forest walk starts in the center of the village of La Chapelle d'Abondance, near the little chapel of Notre Dame de la Compassion. You'll start by climbing the Chevenne road, where you can make a short stop at the fallow deer park. Then head towards La Plagne for around 800 m to reach a small forest path. This forest is rich in vegetation, with a wide variety of trees, including spruce, fir, beech, mountain ash, ash and maple... When you reach a scree slope, the landscape offers magnificent views of Mont de Grange, Châtel and the Dents du Midi. You'll then reach Chevenne, where the mountain setting of its alpine pastures is superb, with the south face of the Cornettes de Bise, its alpine chalets and stream. A "snack" break will be most welcome! You'll also be able to observe many varieties of flowers from different environments, such as the red cephalanther, which lives near scree slopes, or the marsh buttercup, nestling on the banks of streams. The descent to the village is via a path along the stream. A fitness trail offers stretching and agility exercises. The descent is then via the small asphalt road following the Chevenne stream.

"Fenêtre sur plaine" is more than just a walking itinerary, it's a discovery trail around the village and the plain. 3 possible loops ranging from 1 h to 2 h 30. A discovery trail around the suroundings of of the village and around the plain, a vast, unspoilt area, to explore the many facets of the area's heritage and identity, the mysteries of water, the border and the valley's geological history. Three loops are available, starting from the church parking lot. - the full circuit: 9 km; altitude difference: 170 m; duration: 2 h 30. - variant 1 via lecenter: 3.3 km; difference in altitude: 80 m; 1 hour. - variant 2 via la Fruitière: 5.4 km; ascent: 150 m; 1 h 30. Here are the eleven stages that await you on the complete circuit: 1. Saint-Maurice church, La Chapelle d'Abondance (audio-guide available free of charge from the tourist information office). 2. The deer park 3. Mediterranean brown trout in the Chevenne stream 4. The Raffos 5. Downstream 6. Water mystery! 7. Upstream... 8. The Panthiaz dike 9. The border 10. La Plaine biological corridor 11. Timber floating 12. Romantic mountain 13. The hamlet of Passengués

A beautiful snowshoe route on the Crêt-Béni aera with views on the village and the surrounding peaks. Park in the car park at the foot of the Crêt-Béni chairlift then join the trailhead behind the municipal garages (at the end of the car park). Take the path towards the Plan des Feux, continue straight on the flat (do not take the path on the left) then continue to climb until the intersection of the Plan des Feux, which leads to the the Chemin des Ravières on the left. At the end of this path, turn around (avalanche danger), then follow the path back in the opposite direction.

An ideal route for discovering snowshoeing or for a family outing. Take the lane next to the tourist office and follow pedestrian signs for Pont De l’Ariot Bridge that you should cross, keeping the village garage on your left and going towards Le Plan des Feux. After continuing uphill a little way you will meet the path overhead that you should take as far as a waterfall that is often frozen in winter. From here, start your descent towards Pont du Moulin and then continue back to the village on the walkers’path (orange dotted line on the map).

The Comité Handisport 74, in partnership with the Les Rappes Sports store, is renting out a Quadrix Access electric all-terrain wheelchair to enable disabled people to discover the greenway along the banks of the Dranse. This easy-to-use chair lets you discover nature safely and independently.

Yllar Montagne organizes a fun, cooperative experience for your group. From 16 to 250 participants, Yllar sets up a 3-hour game in the Alps. Their experience ranges from seminars, team-buildings and team outings to private events such as birthdays and weddings. Yllar is all about having fun! Discover our unusual and funny game concepts for groups. Our activities last between 2 and 3 hours and are accessible to everyone, whatever their age or sporting ability. 4 Yllarants game concepts are available for your group: - Y-LANTA: like modern-day adventurers, you'll challenge yourselves to funny, unusual tests, try to beat records, eat insects... With tests of coordination, balance, tasting, thinking... Bonus: personalized bandanas and a totem pole for your group of adventurers! - MURDER-PARTY: you're the investigator! Team up to find the culprit and the identity of the victim in a giant, personalized police investigation. The chief detective will visit the crime scene in your chalet! - AE MOUNTAIN BIKE RALLY: discover unique places and mountain villages on foot or by electric mountain bike during a discovery rally. Leaving from La Chapelle d'Abondance, self-guided rally. Buy your roadbook and go! Other walking rallies are available, with a guide, from Yvoire, Chamonix or Evian. - Y-LYMPIADES: the Olympics revisited for your group! Recruited from among the very best, you'll challenge yourselves to events taken from the Olympic Games, Yllar-style: fun and accessible to all. Your group will receive team bibs and a cup. Where's the event? Our only limit is your imagination! We go wherever you want to do the activity. Activities for groups in Haute Savoie, Savoie, Valais (Switzerland). From Lake Geneva to the snow-capped peaks of the Abondance valley, we travel throughout the département and surrounding regions. For example: Murder Party in the Chateau d'Avully, Chablais; Koh-Lanta parodies on Mont Salève or on a beach on Lac Leman or Lac d'Annecy; Mountain bike rally in La Chapelle d'Abondance; Police investigation rally in Yvoire. Who's it for? Our fun challenges are aimed at all ages, from 12 upwards. From 16 to 200 people. For individuals: alone, with family or friends. Sign up for one of the dates in the calendar. For birthdays, bachelor parties, cousin parties... For professionals and associations: from 12 people upwards, for a seminar, CSE, incentive, team-building...

Sports shop, sale and rental of winter and summer sports equipment. Rental of pushchairs, baby carriers, clothing. Sale and rental of ski equipment, boots, snowboard, surfboard and winter sports accessories. Boot-fitting. Rental of strollers and baby carriers.

The Crêt-Béni chairlift takes you to the heights of the resort, at 1310m.

MTB, Quadrix, MTB Biathlon and enduro initiation sessions and excursions. Discover all types of bikes, supervised by our certified instructors on the MTB tracks and Bike Park in the Portes du Soleil! The Châtel mountain bike school labeled "French Cycling Monitor" is a group of mountain bike instructors holding a state diploma teaching the practice of mountain biking. Road, cross country, e-bike, enduro, downhill ...! Whatever your discipline, our guides will be happy to help you discover the most beautiful corners of the Portes du Soleil. Alone, in a group, half a day, a day or even several consecutive days, our courses and prices adapt to your needs.

The La Panthiaz cable car allows you to discover the heights of the resort, at an altitude of 1476m. From the gondola arrival point, access to the Tromby loop snowshoe hike and the Le Mousseron and Les Aiguillettes high-altitude restaurants in winter. Detailed winter and summer itineraries are available from the Tourist Information Office in La Chapelle d'Abondance. Opening subject to snow and weather conditions. Real-time piste information: call 04 50 73 50 16.

The high-altitude restaurant "Les Aiguillettes" is located on the Col de Braitaz, on the French-Swiss border, at an altitude of 1,800 meters. Panoramic view from the Mont-Blanc massif to the Vallée Verte.

Located at 1900 meters above sea level, in the heart of the Mont de Grange hunting reserve with panoramic terrace, this refuge is a privileged stopover, stage of the GR5 via the Col des Mattes. Mountain restaurant, stage refuge, within a Natura 2000 classified site. Access by car to the Plan des Feux car park then about 2 hours of walking or 3 hours from the village. Accessible and open from the end of June to mid-September (depending on weather conditions) every day.

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.

Line 12 runs between Châtel and Thonon all year round (SNCF train station or hub Les Arts), and VEX runs between Châtel and Evian (SNCF train station) at weekends and on public holidays. For line 12, buy your ticket directly from the driver. Group bookings through EVAD on 04 50 81 74 74.

Visit the fallow deer, installed in a pretty enclosure, 500m from the village center, on the Chevenne road. The deer park has its origins in the early 1970s when the President of the General Council at the time, Mr. Arthur LAVY, chose to offer Mr. Joseph MAXIT, then Mayor of the municipality of La Chapelle d'Abondance, two deers from 'Argonay. First parked in an enclosure in the center of the village, it is then moved to where it is currently located. Since its inception, the La Chapelle d'Abondance site has been able to supply other municipalities such as Morzine or in the Paris region in 1989. Located 500 meters from the center of the village and in the direction of the Chevenne valley, the deer park occupies a slightly sloping municipal plot slightly wooded at the edge of the forest on an area of ​​approximately 4,000 m². At the edge of the Chevenne torrent, water arrives there gravitatively in a wooden basin, a chain-link fence around the perimeter ensures the protection of animals. A leisure park made up of a small path and a footbridge allows our tourist clientele to be able to familiarize themselves with these animals. A 3x3m hut allows animals to feed or isolate themselves. A feeder was installed there.

The exhibition room of the "Maison des Soeurs" in La Chapelle d'Abondance offers exhibitions related to local heritage. La Maison des Soeurs was originally built for the congregation of the Sisters of Charity in 1842. Long abandoned, it has been restored and now houses the tourist office, a toy library and an exhibition hall. In the center of the village, the Maison des Sœurs is easily recognizable with its arcades facing the Notre-Dame de la Compassion chapel.

This viewpoint, nestled under the Cornettes de Bise, allows you to overlook the village of La Chapelle d'Abondance with a magnificent view of the Mont de Grange. Accessible by car via the Chevenne road, 2.5km from the village center, direction Chevenne. It is also the start of many hikes in the Cornettes de Bise reserve, a Natura 2000 protected area.

The mountain pasture of La Raille and its chalets offers a beautiful view of the Vallée d'Abondance and the Cornettes de Bise. In summer, you will meet the Abondance cows. Accessible on foot by the forest road from the Mont car park in 1h25.

This pass located entirely in France, nestled at 1832m above sea level, near the Vernaz pass and overlooking the alps and the Arvouin lake.

This pass located entirely in France near the Vernaz pass allows connections between several valleys. In the North-East, a path climbs slightly then crosses level to the north until the Vernaz pass. In the south, a path comes from the chalets of Resse, which can be reached by two routes coming from the bottom of the valley and joining the clearing of Plan de Resse. On the east side, a more or less level path comes from the nearby Serpentin pass, located at the top of the Arvouin valley, above the lake and homonymous chalets.

At an altitude of 1663 m, in La Chapelle d'Abondance, this charming little glacial lake is located in the Cornettes de Bise Natura 2000 reserve. Agriculture is very present in its mountain pastures. It is easily accessible on foot and fishing is permitted. Surface area: 1 hectare 63. Maximum depth: 6 metres. Fishing authorized with an A.A.P.P.M.A. Chablais/Genevois fishing permit, generally open from early June to early October (changing dates, specified on the fishing website).

Mont Chauffé is a 3 kilometre long ridge overlooking Abondance and Ubine, its highest point is 2093m. Its vertiginous ridge is accessible for experienced climbers. Summit accessible by hikers with climbing equipment only, for experienced climbers, generally from mid-June to mid-September, dates subject to change depending on weather conditions. Please check with tourist offices or mountain guides before attempting to access the summit.

The Col d'Ubine (1694m), viewpoint, is accessible from the chalets d'Ubine (via Vacheresse) or the chalets de Mens (via La Chapelle).

Franco-Swiss pass nestled at 1856m above sea level, between Pointe d'Arvouin and Lenla (Linleu). This pass overlooks the valley and chalets of Savalène on Swiss territory as well as the mountain pasture and Lake Arvouin on French territory.

Ideally located on the Crêt-Béni ski area, at 1300m altitude, Le Crêt-Béni offers warm, local, homemade cuisine in an idyllic setting. Family welcome and simplicity for an authentic mountain experience. You can sit in the dining room, on the sunny terrace with views of Mont de Grange and the surrounding peaks and mountain pastures, or in the Finnish Grill. The Grill Finlandais, which originated in Lapland in Finland, has become a favorite among barbecue enthusiasts. This little wooden house with its central barbecue is the ideal ally for evenings out with friends. Le Crêt-Béni offers you a moment of peace and sharing, around a fondue or a rib of beef on the grill. Please note that you don't have to be a skier to come and eat at Le Crêt-Béni, which can be accessed by foot via the Crêt-Béni chairlift. In summer, access is by car, and the restaurant is open for lunch and dinner.

The high altitude Le Mousseron restaurant is located at the centre of the Braitaz ski area. In winter, accessible to pedestrians and skiers by the La Panthiaz gondola. In summer, accessible by the Rys road or by the La Panthiaz gondola. 50 seats indoors and 70 seats on the terrace.

The high-altitude restaurant "Les Aiguillettes" is located on the Col de Braitaz, on the French-Swiss border, at an altitude of 1,800 meters. Panoramic view from the Mont-Blanc massif to the Vallée Verte.

Alpine pasture farm offering catering every lunch and dinner by reservation. Possibility of snacks and meals in the mountain pasture, on reservation. Open only in summer.

Family restaurant, friendly atmosphere, simple and generous cuisine based on local products. Local and Savoyard specialities. Come and enjoy a real moment of relaxation in a magnificent natural setting.

Restaurant at the edge of the lake of Plagnes with terrace.

Nestled in the forest between Morgins and Châtel, the Chalet Neuf alpine restaurant is puts conviviality first! Serving delicous local specialities sourced from nearby farms, the Restaurant Chalet Neuf is located in a tranquil hollow, just below the Portes de Culet pass. On the menu, homemade cheese and meat specialties made with passion. ACCESS : In winter: -On the Chalet Neuf ski run, just a hop and a skip from Super Châtel, Morgins Corbeau, and Torgon. -From Morgins or from the top of the Corbeau chairlift: join the Portes de Culet pass via the snowshoe trails. -From the Super Châtel cable car: walk/snowshoe via the Lac de Conches and then follow the alpine pasture road at the farm. In summer: -By car from Morgins: take the Sépaz or Champsot roads via the Portes de Culet pass to Chalet Neuf. -On foot from Morgins. -On foot from the Super Châtel cable car: via Lac de Conches and then follow the alpine pasture road to the farm.

Perched at 1,650 m altitude on the slope under the Corbeau chairlift, this quaint restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating offers a dazzling view of the Dents du Midi mountains! Accessible by car or on foot in summer, this is the perfect rest stop for a chilled drink on a sunny terrace. In winter, depending on the snow conditions, the restaurant can be accessed directly on skis from the Corbeau ski slope. Additionally, several snowshoe routes starting from Morgins criss-cross the surrounding forests and pass by the iconic Corbeau Hut. In the evening, by reservation for groups of 8 minimum.

A little chalet lost in the woods at the foot of the Dent d'Oche. We welcome you all summer long to enjoy a refreshing drink on the terrace or a meal by the fireplace. A menu of local specialities and simple cuisine made with fresh produce. You can try our potato fritters accompanied by salads, our famous local charcuterie, lamb chops, fondues and mountain cheeses.

Located at 1900 meters above sea level, in the heart of the Mont de Grange hunting reserve with panoramic terrace, this refuge is a privileged stopover, stage of the GR5 via the Col des Mattes. Mountain restaurant, stage refuge, within a Natura 2000 classified site. Access by car to the Plan des Feux car park then about 2 hours of walking or 3 hours from the village. Accessible and open from the end of June to mid-September (depending on weather conditions) every day.

Located in the Ubine mountain pasture, at the foot of Mont Chauffé, this refuge is accessible by snowshoes and ski touring in winter and by foot and car in summer. The chalet is accessible in winter on foot, snowshoes and skis in 2 to 3 hours depending on the snow conditions, from the departure point at La Revenette, located about 1km from the village of Vacheresse. The keys are to be picked up at the café de la Mairie in Vacheresse Mrs Tagand Isabelle : 0450731418. Warning: this route is subject to the conditions encountered in the mid-mountain region and should only be undertaken with full knowledge of the facts (snow cover can be very heavy and conditions difficult in bad weather). Numerous walks in the mountain pastures and mountain hikes from the refuge: Pointe d'Autigny, Mont Jorat, Mont Chauffé, Col d'Ubine, Pointe de Lachau, Pas de la Bosse, Cornettes de Bise, mountain bike trails, visits to the Abondance Valley and its villages. The Swiss border is about 20 kms away. 44 places in summer divided into 2 dormitories + 3 rooms of 8 places. In winter, only the 2 upstairs dormitories are open for a total capacity of 20 places. Mattresses and blankets provided. Sleeping bag and sheet recommended. The refuge is equipped with a wood-burning stove and propane cooker, cold water at the sink and hot water during the guarding period. Common room: 32 people Solar lighting. Torches are essential in winter. Sanitary facilities: 1 outside toilet in all seasons, 1 inside toilet only in summer. Washbasins and showers. Hot water in summer. Food: On site milk at the dairy during the summer. Grocery shop in Vacheresse, parking in front of the town hall.

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.

With family or friends, for a week or a shorter stay, this group gîte is ideally equipped. At the start of the slopes and hiking trails, everyone will find the comfort they need for a relaxing vacation. inter. Cheese sale on site. Lodging located in the heart of the Portes du Soleil ski area, in front of the lifts of Linga. (Liaison with Avoriaz). The cottage consists of 7 rooms: 4 rooms of 2 pers. and 3 bedrooms of 4 pers. Each with private bathroom + flat screen TV (including 1 accessible room for a disabled person on the ground floor), dining room with lounge area, lounge, professional kitchen, 2 separate toilets, ski / mountain bike room (dry shoes), large terrace. In the basement, Sauna on request in supplement (100 € the week). In winter: discount of 20% on ski equipment. If free management: rental of sheets at € 15 per bed. Cleaning charge 250 €. Possibility to rent in short stays from May to September. In the heart of the Abondance Valley, close to Switzerland. Center of the resort of Châtel 2.5km .. Ski rental -20%. Ski piste on the spot. Free shuttle bus at 100m. Many hikes near the cottage. Thonon, the thermal baths and Lake Geneva 40 km. Paragliding 3 km. Adhérentmultipass. Visit the farm owners in w

The 1861 Châtel Hostel is a modern hostel located closed to the slopes of Châtel. Comfy rooms, ski shed, entertaining bar, shuttle to bring you to town or to the ski lifts in 2 minutes, we are the perfect place to spend the best ski trip ever. Our bilingual staff will help you for anything and will be happy to share some time and go skiing with our guests.

In the Chablais, large gite with 8 bedrooms ideal for a group stay with family or friends. Many facilities: games room - sports, outdoor sauna, bowling green, terrace, seminar room... Skiing 1.5km away, hiking nearby, Lake Geneva 28km away. Large gite of 335m² (+34m² attic) in the heart of the Vallée d'Abondance, arranged on 3 levels. The cottage has 8 bedrooms in total (3 single bedrooms, 3 double bedrooms, 1 triple bedroom and 1 quadruple bedroom). It is adjoining an inn and there is owner accommodation on the 1st floor. Independent entrance for the cottage. Rental in free management. Ground floor: entrance hall, professional kitchen, dining room with dining table, table football, gym - games (bicycles, sofa, table tennis). 1 shower room/wc (prefabricated type). 1st floor: a relaxation area with corner sofa, small table, television. 3 bedrooms: bedroom 1 (1 bed 80x190cm, shower, basin, wc), bedroom 2 (1 bed 90x190cm, shower room/wc), bedroom 3 (1 bed 140x190cm, shower room/wc). 2nd floor: 5 bedrooms. Bedroom 4 (1 bed 140x190cm), bedroom 5 (2 beds 90x190cm that can be pushed together), bedroom 6 (1 bed 90x190cm, washbasin), bedroom 7 (3 beds 90x190cm, 2 of which can be pushed together, washbasin, shower, wc, washer-dryer) , bedroom 8 (2 x 2 bunk beds 80x190cm, shower, washbasin). 2 separate toilets, 1 shower room. Television in each room. Wifi internet access. Sheets and towels provided, optional end-of-stay cleaning package. Meeting room - conference (optional) of 42m² with video projector, screen, large table and chairs, wc. Outside: terrace and garden with sauna (barrel), forest tables, barbecue, balconies. Bowling green. Mountain view. Parking on site. Leisure and services: shops in Abondance 2km, supermarket in La Chapelle d'Abondance 11km. Skiing in the Portes du Soleil area: Abondance 1.5km, La Chapelle d'Abondance 8km, Chatel 13km. Shuttle 2km to the center of Abondance. Lake Geneva, Thonon or Evian-les-Bains Thermal baths 28km away. Swimming pool (Shape of O) in Chatel. Hiking nearby. Switzerland (Morgins) at 18km. It is also possible to reach Switzerland by boat from Evian.

In the heart of the authentic Abondance valley, join in one hour's walk a beautiful refuge, located at 1500 m altitude at the foot of Mount Grange. It proposes you the accomodation and small restauration. And because a refuge is, first and foremost, a stage on the road of the walker, you only have to follow the path to arrive at the lake of Tavaneuse, at the foot of the mount Grange (2432m) or even to Prétairié . Each building is equipped with a kitchenette with two gas, dishes, bowls and allows those who wish to be autonomous. The large building includes the kitchen, a large dining room and a dormitory of 18 persons. The sheepfold has 13 places, it is a haven of peace, easy to heat in winter thanks to its wood stove. Possibility to sleep in half-board, breakfast+night or in free management. Library, bocce, games for children.

From its rocky promontory, the refuge overlooks the Chablais region, the entire Franco-Swiss Alps and the Mont Blanc massif as far as the Ecrins. The Jura and Lake Geneva as a gift. Close to the emblematic summit of the Dent d'Oche, the refuge offers a unique and atypical wide-angle panoramic view. The magic of the sunset between lake and mountain from the terrace is renewed every day by its colors. If you're a hiker, a climber, a lover of beautiful scenery or good food, if you'd like to see ibexes, enjoy your first refuge experience, spend a convivial evening, or simply contemplate the horizons that await you from up there. The Dent d'Oche refuge is for you! Please note: In the last 100m below the refuge, the path straightens out and becomes a chimney equipped with cables. Good alpine cheeses halfway up. Approved refuge: family refuges. Minimum recommended age 8 years (depending on experience). Refuge on the route of the GR5 (variant) Balcon du léman. Summits: Pointe de Pelluaz - Château d'Oche Day hikes: Tour du vallon d'Oche Multi-day hikes: Cornettes de Bises, Balcon du Léman Ideas for a circuit with nearby refuges: on the GR5 route, refuge de Bise, 5h walk, passage to Switzerland via Lac de Tanay, 7h walk.

Beautiful little chalet for 3 people, in a quiet and sunny hamlet, in the village of Saint Jean d'Aulps. Beautiful little chalet for 3 people, in a quiet and sunny hamlet, in the village of Saint Jean d'Aulps. Ground floor with a kitchen corner and a living room with sofa bed 1 people, mezzanine with a double bed 2 + bathromm/toilets Living space: 24 m²

Very beautiful apartment for 6/8 personnes, in a quiet and sunny hamlet of Saint Jean d'Aulps. Very beautiful apartment for 6/8 personnes, in a quiet and sunny hamlet of Saint Jean d'Aulps. Duplex: ground floor: kitchen corner, living room and sitting room + first floor: sleeping corner with bunk bed 2 people + bedroom with a double bed + a bedroom with a double bed + a bedroom with a double bed, with relaxation corner (sauna + shower) Other information: bathtub with balneatherapy. In living room: video-projector with big screen Living space: 100 m²