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Lac de Darbon via the 3 passes

Sport, Pedestrian sports, Hiking itinerary in Vacheresse
6.7 km
4h
Quite difficult

  • A hike of medium difficulty, which will allow you to cross the authentic mountain pastures of the Chablais and to discover the Darbon lake, nestled under the beautiful peaks which surround it.

  • Starting from the Chalet de Bise, the Lac de Darbon hike is an invitation to discover the wide open spaces of the mountains.

    You will first cross the alpine pastures of Bise, a Natura 2000 listed site and emblematic of the UNESCO Chablais Global Geopark.

    You will cross 3 passes during your walk.

    First, you'll climb to the Col de Bise (1915 m), where you'll enjoy a magnificent panorama of Lake Geneva, the Dent du Vélan, Lake Neuteu below, the tête de Charousse ridge to your right...
    Starting from the Chalet de Bise, the Lac de Darbon hike is an invitation to discover the wide open spaces of the mountains.

    You will first cross the alpine pastures of Bise, a Natura 2000 listed site and emblematic of the UNESCO Chablais Global Geopark.

    You will cross 3 passes during your walk.

    First, you'll climb to the Col de Bise (1915 m), where you'll enjoy a magnificent panorama of Lake Geneva, the Dent du Vélan, Lake Neuteu below, the tête de Charousse ridge to your right and the Pointe de Pavis cliffs to your left.

    You will then reach the Col de Pavis (1944 m) and the Lac de Darbon at an altitude of 1813 metres, an ideal spot for a picnic.

    Finally, you will reach your last pass, the Col de Floray (1940 m).
    A steep descent takes you back to the chalets de Bise.

    Whatever your hike, remember to take good walking shoes, and in your backpack, cereal bars, sufficient water, sunglasses, sunscreen, a small first aid kit, as well as clothes adapted to your outing depending on the season and the weather forecast.
  • Departure
    Vacheresse
  • From Thonon-les-Bains, follow the direction of the Valley of Abondance, Châtel. Enter Vacheresse and take the direction of Bise-Ubine, then Bise. Park at the Bise parking lot near the refuge.
  • Plain text period
    From 01/06 to 15/10.
    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
    • Mountain view
    • Mountain location
    • Lake view
    • Lakeside or by stretch of water
  • Documentation
    GPX / KML files allow you to export the trail of your hike to your GPS (or other navigation tool)
Services
  • Accessibility
    • Not accessible in a wheelchair
  • Equipment
    • Free car park
    • Parking nearby
    • Car park
  • Services
    • Pets welcome
      • Dogs must be kept on a leash because of the presence of herds and wildlife, Natura 2000 reserve and hunting reserve.
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