Hiking: Arvouin pass and lake

Name: Hiking: Arvouin pass and lake
Address: Parking de Sevan Devant, La Chapelle-d'Abondance, 74360, FRANCE
Location: Address

Sport, Pedestrian sports, Hiking itinerary in La Chapelle-d'Abondance

5.6 km

2h 5min

Medium

A hike without difficulties to contemplate the lake of Arvouin, the mountains of Chablais and sumptuous landscapes on the summits of La Chapelle d'Abondance.
The hike to the pass and the lake of Arvouin is a half-day hike that will allow you to discover a grandiose landscape starting from the Sevan car park, situated just 300 metres below.

You will first reach the glacial lake located at the foot of the Linleu summit, in the heart of the Cornettes de Bise massif.

Near the lake of Arvouin, the mountain pasture of the same name is home to herds of Abondance cows which provide the milk for the local cheese.

You then reach the pass... Read more
The hike to the pass and the lake of Arvouin is a half-day hike that will allow you to discover a grandiose landscape starting from the Sevan car park, situated just 300 metres below.

You will first reach the glacial lake located at the foot of the Linleu summit, in the heart of the Cornettes de Bise massif.

Near the lake of Arvouin, the mountain pasture of the same name is home to herds of Abondance cows which provide the milk for the local cheese.

You then reach the pass ofArvouin or Savalenaz, situated at 1856 m, which acts as a border between France and our Swiss neighbours.

In summer, it is possible to take the Panthiaz cable car to reach the start of the hike (check with the tourist office for openings).

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

Map references : TOP 25 IGN 3528 ET - MORZINE / MASSIF-DU-CHABLAIS / LES PORTES DU SOLEIL

Whatever your hike, remember to take cereal bars, sufficient water, sunglasses, sun cream, a small first aid kit, as well as clothes adapted to your outing according to the season and the weather forecast.

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Sustainable tourism

This route crosses the Cornettes de Bise nature reserve. To avoid disturbing wildlife and preserve its habitat, please respect the regulations in force:
Dogs are allowed and must be kept on a leash. It is forbidden to pick and gather plants, to dump waste of any kind or to use motorized vehicles. Bivouacs are permitted from 7pm to 9am.

To respect agricultural practices, natural areas and wildlife, please keep your dogs on a leash and pick up after them. Keep and sort your garbage, stay on the paths and close the fences.
Guidebook with maps/step-by-step

1/ Departure: parking of "Sevan", located at the top of the road of Rys in La Chapelle d'Abondance.
2/ Follow the direction " Col d'Arvouin " all the way. You will pass by the following directional posts : " Sevan Derrière ", " Lac d'Arvouin ", and " Chalet d'Arvouin " before reaching the pass.
3/ From the pass of Arvouin, go back down by the same itinerary following " Sevan Devant ".

Departure

La Chapelle-d'Abondance
Difference in height

371 m
Access (car) : In La Chapelle d'Abondance, take the road to Rys at the exit of the village centre, direction Châtel on your left, it is a mountain road.
Access (cable car) : In the summer, the access to the departure can be done by the Panthiaz cable car (open some days of the week, ask the tourist office).
Plain text period

From 01/06 to 30/10.
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.

Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.
Environment
- Lakeside or by stretch of water
- Lake view
- Mountain location
- Waterside
Documentation
GPX / KML files allow you to export the trail of your hike to your GPS (or other navigation tool)