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Walking route: Tavaneuse Lake loop from Prétairié

Sport, Pedestrian sports, Hiking itinerary in Abondance
7.4 km
4h 55min
Hard
  • During this hike, discover one of the lakes of Abondance, Lake Tavaneuse, renowned as one of the most beautiful in the Chablais region.

  • This hike takes you to a mountain lake: Lac de Tavaneuse, 1806 m above sea level. You'll cross mountain pastures and discover their chalets.

    The hike starts from the Prétairié parking lot. Take the path towards the Tavaneuse chalets. Then head towards Lac de Tavaneuse.

    Once there, enjoy the lake and its clear waters. Picnics are a welcome way to enjoy the lake.

    Whatever your hike, remember to take cereal bars, sufficient water, sunglasses, sun cream, a small first aid kit, as well as...
    This hike takes you to a mountain lake: Lac de Tavaneuse, 1806 m above sea level. You'll cross mountain pastures and discover their chalets.

    The hike starts from the Prétairié parking lot. Take the path towards the Tavaneuse chalets. Then head towards Lac de Tavaneuse.

    Once there, enjoy the lake and its clear waters. Picnics are a welcome way to enjoy the lake.

    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.
  • Departure
    Abondance
  • The start of the hike is a 10-minute drive from the center of Abondance village. Follow signs for Prétairié. Park at the parking lot at the end of the road.
  • Plain text period
    From 01/06 to 15/10 daily.
    Check with tourist offices in advance to find out the current access conditions.

    Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.
  • Environment
    • Lakeside or by stretch of water
    • Mountain view
    • Forest location
    • Waterside
    • Lake view
    • Sensitive Natural Area
    • Village 2 km away
  • 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
    • Parking nearby
    • Car park
  • Services
    • Pets welcome
      • Dogs must be kept on a leash due to the presence of livestock and wildlife.