Discover The Chablais Geopark

Leman Mountains Explore is located in the heart of the UNESCO Chablais Global Geopark. Awarded the label in 2012, the Chablais is France’s fourth Geopark, recognized not only for its remarkable geological sites, but also for its human and cultural heritage and the richness of its exceptional landscapes.

Welcome to the Chablais Unesco World Geopark

A UNESCO Global Geopark is a coherent geographical entity characterized by sites and landscapes of global geological importance. Geoparks aim to promote and enhance the connections between this geological heritage and all other elements of heritage, whether natural, cultural or intangible. They are managed according to principles of protection, education and sustainable development, while raising awareness of the importance of preserving the Earth for future generations.

Geopark mediators, grouped together in an association called “Téthys Chablais”, raise awareness, share and discover the area’s heritage.

The Chablais Geopark, whose rocks bear witness to a history that began 250 million years ago, offers you a real journey through time.

Find out more about the Chablais Geopark

Our Geosites not to be missed

A geopark comprises a number of sites that are remarkable for their scientific interest, rarity, aesthetic appeal or educational value. They may also be of archaeological, historical or natural interest. It responds to the desires and needs of a more sustainable and authentic form of tourism, motivated by a return to nature in unspoilt lands.

There are 7 geosites in the Leman Mountains Explore area:

Maravant marshes,
Panorama de Champeillant,
Mont Bénand,
Panorama du Pré Richard,
Alpage de Bise,
Lac des Plagnes,
Col de Bassachaux.

Recognition by UNESCO

Double Unesco recognition for the Chablais region
Since December 2023, transhumance has been recognized as part of UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The life of the inhabitants of the villages of the Chablais is punctuated by the seasons, and transhumance (the migration of a herd of herbivores to pastures) is still practiced in our region.

A fine recognition and protection for these practices and traditions, which promote mountain pastures, terroirs, PDOs and mountain know-how.