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Mouet loop from Sevan

Sport, Pedestrian sports, Hiking itinerary in La Chapelle-d'Abondance
8.0 km
3h 15min
Medium

  • This hike in the heights of the Abondance valley takes you to the Chalets du Mouet and the Pointe de Recon. A beautiful panorama of the valley's peaks and the Swiss Alps awaits you!

  • A hike offering panoramic views of the entire Abondance valley and the Swiss peaks.

    From the Sevan parking lot (1,590 m), the hike begins with a forest path leading to the chalet du Mouet. You'll then follow a long path on the balcony of the valley, with a superb panorama of Mont de Grange. You're on the Portes du Soleil walking tour.

    You'll then make a return trip to the Pointe de Recon, where a panoramic view of the entire French and Swiss Chablais awaits you at the summit.

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    A hike offering panoramic views of the entire Abondance valley and the Swiss peaks.

    From the Sevan parking lot (1,590 m), the hike begins with a forest path leading to the chalet du Mouet. You'll then follow a long path on the balcony of the valley, with a superb panorama of Mont de Grange. You're on the Portes du Soleil walking tour.

    You'll then make a return trip to the Pointe de Recon, where a panoramic view of the entire French and Swiss Chablais awaits you at the summit.

    From there, you'll reach the Chalets du Mouet. In summer, you can take a gourmet break at this mountain pasture or buy Abondance cheese.

    For the return journey, head for Le Douert, then take the pleasant forest path back to the starting point.
  • Departure
    La Chapelle-d'Abondance
  • Access from the Sevan car park (end of the Rys paved road) with free parking or by the La Panthiaz gondola (depending on opening days and times).
  • 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
    • Forest location
    • Mountain location
  • Documentation
    GPX / KML files allow you to export the trail of your hike to your GPS (or other navigation tool)
Services
  • Equipment
    • Picnic area
    • Parking
  • Services
    • Pets welcome
      • Dogs must be kept on a leash due to the presence of herds and wildlife.
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