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Walking itinerary : Resse loop

Sport, Pedestrian sports, Hiking itinerary in La Chapelle-d'Abondance
8.2 km
3h 45min
Hard
  • A beautiful hike to La Chapelle d'Abondance, offering superb views of the Cornettes de Bise and the Abondance valley.

  • This hike starts from La Chapelle d'Abondance and takes in the Cornettes de Bise nature reserve, a Natura 2000 site.

    2 possible departures: parking de Chevenne or le Blanchet.

    You'll pass through Chevenne, take a pastoral track and then a path towards the Col de Vernaz at the foot of the imposing Cornettes de Bise mountain. At the pass, a magnificent view of its southern face awaits you.

    You'll then reach the Col de Resse and the Chalets de Resse.

    Return via a fairly steep path...
    This hike starts from La Chapelle d'Abondance and takes in the Cornettes de Bise nature reserve, a Natura 2000 site.

    2 possible departures: parking de Chevenne or le Blanchet.

    You'll pass through Chevenne, take a pastoral track and then a path towards the Col de Vernaz at the foot of the imposing Cornettes de Bise mountain. At the pass, a magnificent view of its southern face awaits you.

    You'll then reach the Col de Resse and the Chalets de Resse.

    Return via a fairly steep path through Les Barnettes to the Blanchet parking lot, or via an intermediate path to the Chevenne parking lot.

    Beautiful panoramic views await you on this route.

    2 possible departures:
    Parking le Blanchet: altitude difference: 700 m duration: 3h45.
    Parking de Chevenne: altitude difference: 600 m duration: 3h15.

    Whatever your hike, remember to pack cereal bars, plenty of water, sunglasses, sunscreen, a small first-aid kit, and the right clothing for your outing, depending on the season and weather forecast.
Services
  • Accessibility
    • Not accessible in a wheelchair
  • Equipment
    • Parking nearby
    • Car park
    • Picnic area
  • Services
    • Pets welcome
      • Dogs must be kept on a leash due to the presence of herds and wildlife.