Chablais UNESCO Global Geopark

La plâtrière d'Armoy

Vouas of Lyaud Discovery trail

Behind the simple appeal of this lake lies its unusual and ancient origin, one that dates to the last great glacial retreat. Here you can observe carnivorous plants, dragonflies and grey herons.

Lake Plagnes Discovery trail

The path around the lake takes you through landscapes that have succeeded for 20 000 years.

Allinges castles discovery trail

Discover the medieval story of the two neighboring yet rival castles : New Castle and Old Castle. The views tell of an even older story that stretches from the Alpine Sea to the Rhone Glacier.

"Drunken Forest" discovery trail

Discover the footpath of the National Forest of Brevon by learning to draw. While learning to draw with the rando-sketch, you will discover the traces of the old glacial barrier lake, its clays, its drunken forest ... but also the works of art built since...

Ripaille castle and vineyards discovery trail

By taking this path will come to know of this residence of dukes and its vineyards. Continue your discovery by visiting the Chateau of Ripaille.

Slate Mine Morzine exhibition

With the help of a large selection of photos, discover the history of the slate mines in Morzine. This limestone formed in the Alpine ocean, has been mined for more than three centuries by the locals.

Mine d'Or Lake discovery trail

From the Mines d’Or Lake you canadmire the Rouleau de Bossetan, a magnificent onion-skin fold in the rock. Whilst walking around the lake discover the site’s biodiversity, as well as the many roles of the mountain forest.

Belvédère de Reyvroz

From this viewpoint you can admire the Plateau de Gavot, the Chablais Préalps and the confluence of the Dranse rivers.

Tréchauffé viewpoint

The magnificient viewpoint at Tréchauffé affords a panorama that stretches from Switzerland to France. Here you can penetrate the story of Evian mineral water, and by taking a stroll you can also discover a traditional high summer farm known as an "alpage".

Lake Montriond Discovery trail

As you walk around Montriond lake you will discover the glacial history of the valley, the Ardent Waterfall, the formation of the lake, the Sarde land registry and also the tale of the extravagant Baron de l'Espée...

Hike to Tavaneuse

Magnificent itinerary right in the heart of high mountain pastures. Hike up to the lake and then to the Col de Tavaneuse via a lovely mountain track which lives up to its name. The lake is very relaxing whilst the mountain pass offer amazing views over the...

Champeillant Panorama

From the chapel or the orientation table, enjoy a 360-degree view of the Jura, Lake Geneva, Chablais and Mont Blanc. The plateau on which you stand is the origin of the evian mineral waters.

Vallée d'Aulps

Unspoilt and wild, the Vallée d’Aulps is home to many natural wonders. On skis, bike on foot, on a horse or a paraglider, or even with a fishing rod in your hands, there’s a special way to explore every corner of our valley!

Panorama of Pré Richard

From the viewpoint of Pré Richard, you will be amazed by the mysterious reliefs of the moutains. The Mont César has the air of a castle with towers of ruined limestone...

Maravant marsh discovery trail

Plunge into the Maravant Marsh, one of the hundreds of wetlandsof the Plateau de Gavot and you will discover the origin of this unique ecosystem and its important role.

Lake Vallon

Created by a landslide in 1943, lake Vallon keeps secrets steeped in history. The lake, standing in the shadow of Roc d'Enfer between mountains and forests, delights walkers and anglers ( a haven for trout).

Lac des Ecoles Discovery Trail

The trail of discovery of the Boittets wetland offers a beautiful discovery of the stakes of water in mountains. From peatlands, fragile habitat of protected species, to the articifial "Lac des Ecoles", your walk will be done in an aquatic way