Col d'Arvouin and Lac d'Arvouin from the top of the Panthiaz gondola lift

Name: Col d'Arvouin and Lac d'Arvouin from the top of the Panthiaz gondola lift
Address: Route du RysHaut de la télécabine de la Panthiaz, La Chapelle-d'Abondance, 74360, FRANCE
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Sport, Pedestrian sports, Hiking itinerary in La Chapelle-d'Abondance

7.1 km

2h 55min

Very easy

This hike takes you to Lac d'Arvouin, a beautiful mountain lake in the Abondance valley. You will then reach the Col d'Arvouin. The path that leads up to the pass offers lovely views.
Lac d'Arvouin is easily accessible on foot from the heights of La Chapelle d'Abondance. In summer, the Panthiaz gondola lift also allows you to reach the starting point without taking the car (open on certain days of the week, check with the tourist office).

From the top of the gondola, you'll enter the forest and then the mountain pastures, reaching the chalets a little higher up. Maybe you'll meet some Abondance cows!
Enjoy the panoramic view of Mont de Grange and the Dents du... Read more
Lac d'Arvouin is easily accessible on foot from the heights of La Chapelle d'Abondance. In summer, the Panthiaz gondola lift also allows you to reach the starting point without taking the car (open on certain days of the week, check with the tourist office).

From the top of the gondola, you'll enter the forest and then the mountain pastures, reaching the chalets a little higher up. Maybe you'll meet some Abondance cows!
Enjoy the panoramic view of Mont de Grange and the Dents du Midi.
The path then leads into the undergrowth, and the area opens up to offer splendid views. You'll then follow this path to Lac d'Arvouin, where you may spot goats below or ibex at the lake.

Situated in the heart of the protected Cornettes de Bise massif, Lac d'Arvouin and its surroundings are classified as a Natura 2000 area.

You'll then head for the mountain chalets and the Col d'Arvouin. A magnificent view of the lake and the south face of the Cornettes de Bise.

Return by the same route.

Marking details : The departmental markings called P.D.I.P.R. on beige metal panel and green writing

Map references : Portes du Soleil hiking map in France and Switzerland
TOP 25 N°3528 ET Morzine Massif du Chablais Les Portes du Soleil

The Panthiaz gondola lift is open to pedestrians on certain days in July and August. Free parking is also available at the top of the gondola.

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Guidebook with maps/step-by-step

0/ Start: at the arrival of the Braitaz cable car.
1/ Take the forest path on the left towards "Sevan derrière".
2/ Once you reach the mountain chalets, head towards "Lac d'Arvouin", then "Chalets d'Arvouin".
3/ At the chalets, turn right onto the path leading to "Col d'Arvouin".

Return by the same route.

Departure

La Chapelle-d'Abondance
Difference in height

428.667 m
Plain text period

From 01/06 to 30/09.
Accessible except during snow and depending on weather conditions.
Please check with the Tourist Office for the latest information on access conditions. This route is usually suitable for strong walkers during spring, summer, and autumn, except in adverse weather.
Environment
- Lakeside or by stretch of water
- Lake view
- Mountain location
- Waterside
Documentation
- Col d'Arvouin and Lac d'Arvouin from the top of the Panthiaz gondola lift
- Col d'Arvouin and Lac d'Arvouin from the top of the Panthiaz gondola lift
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