Snowshoeing

Our region, with its unique panoramas in the heart of unspoilt landscapes, is ideal for snowshoe trekking. Combining freedom, accessibility and well-being, these outings have built their success on the ever-growing desire to reconnect with nature.

We have almost 100km of marked routes for you to discover the winter mountains in a unique and authentic setting.

©Chapelle D Abondance January2020 Vanessa Andrieux 3960|Vanessa Andrieux
  1. Home
  2. Experiences
  3. Nordic activities
  4. Snowshoeing
Enjoy powder snow in a different way!

Our resorts are ideal for snowshoeing. A multitude of snow-covered landscapes, several hiking trails accessible to all levels and, above all, an activity that can be enjoyed with family and friends alike.

PLEASE NOTE: The “Col du Saix” and “Boucle du Tromby” snowshoe routes are temporarily closed due to increased avalanche risk.

20  results
The largest choice to prepare your stay
List
How do you prepare for your exit?
The right equipment

Take snowshoes suited to your weight, walking poles, warm, waterproof clothing and plenty of food and water.

Choosing your route

Choose a route suited to your level of ability. Choose well-marked trails and relatively flat terrain for a safe and enjoyable first experience.

The weather

Find out about the weather, snow conditions and avalanche risk before you set off, and share your plan with someone in case of an emergency.

I want to see more

I'm won over

raquette_abondance_29_janvier_2023_hiver_mathildepruvot_9.jpgSnowshoeing Abondance January 2023
©Snowshoeing Abondance January 2023 |Mathilde Pruvot
More snow activities
Haut Des Pistes De Ski Thollon Les Memises. In the background are the snow-capped Swiss mountains.Haut Des Pistes De Ski Thollon Les Memises
©Haut Des Pistes De Ski Thollon Les Memises |Marie EL HAJAL
Top 7 things to do when there’s no snow
Table ready to serve a meal, red tablecloth, flowers in a vase and mountain viewLe Vieux Moulin - La Chapelle d'Abondance
©Le Vieux Moulin - La Chapelle d'Abondance
Where to eat in La Chapelle d’Abondance?
Domainenordique Lachapelledabondance January 29, 2023 Winter MathildepruvotLa chapelle d'abondance Nordic ski area
©La chapelle d'abondance Nordic ski area |Mathilde Pruvot
Nordic skiing
Nicolas Blandin www.nicolasblandin.comNicolas Blandinwww.nicolasblandin.com
©Nicolas Blandinwww.nicolasblandin.com|Nicolas Blandin
Cultural heritage
Fondue Thollon Les Memises 200324 Winter Marie El Hajal 3Fondue Thollon Les Memises
©Fondue Thollon Les Memises |Marie EL HAJAL
Where to eat in Thollon-les-Mémises?
Essert Abondance ski area 22 11 2018patrick Brault31Essert Abondance ski area 22 11 2018patrick Brault31
©Essert Abondance ski area 22 11 2018patrick Brault31
Downhill skiing
Paysage_bernex_hiver_24_01_2020OTPEVA_12.jpg
©Landscape Bernex Winter 24 01 2020otpeva 12
Bernex station
1 Abondance Domaine Skiable Mathilde Pruvot1 Abondance Domaine Skiable Mathilde Pruvot
©1 Abondance Domaine Skiable Mathilde Pruvot|Mathilde Pruvot
The Montagnes d’Evian estate
Skiers on the slopesDomaine La Chapelle
©Domaine La Chapelle |Nicolas Blandin
Ski rental in La Chapelle d’Abondance
Drone view from the lake. The water is blue and you can see the mountain in the background with the port.Start Gr5 St Gingolph
©Start Gr5 St Gingolph|OT PEVA
More nautical activities
Chapelle_de_Darbon_-_Publier_-_Manon_Servoz_1.jpgChapelle De Darbon Publier
©Chapelle De Darbon Publier |Manon Servoz
Land of art and history
Snowshoeing itinerary: circuit de l'Envers
Snowshoeing itinerary: circuit de l'Envers
Follow in the footsteps of animals in the dense forest of l'Envers, discover the alpine chalets of Les Esserts and the panorama over the village of Bernex.
Bernex
Snowshoeing itinerary : Versant forestier
Snowshoeing itinerary : Versant forestier
A walk in the forest and in the mountain pastures with a view of the valley and the Mont Chauffé. Three routes are possible: from the meadow, from the place called "Chez les...
Abondance
Snowshoeing itinerary : Crête des Mémises
Snowshoeing itinerary : Crête des Mémises
This easy itinerary is renowned for its beautiful 360° panoramic views of Lake Geneva, the Alps and the Jura.
Thollon-les-Mémises
Snowshoe itinerary : Col du Saix
Snowshoe itinerary : Col du Saix
One of the most beautiful snowshoe hikes in the Abondance valley, a must-do.
La Chapelle-d'Abondance
Snowshoeing itinerary : boucle de Pré Richard
Snowshoeing itinerary : boucle de Pré Richard
A nice snowshoeing loop to discover the Bernex area with beautiful viewpoints! This itinerary proposes an ascent via Bécret and the descent via Esserts.
Bernex
Snowshoeing itinerary : Plan des Feux La Chapelle village
Snowshoeing itinerary : Plan des Feux La Chapelle village
A beautiful snowshoe route on the Crêt-Béni aera with views on the village and the surrounding peaks.
La Chapelle-d'Abondance
Snowshoeing itinerary : le domaine de l'Essert
Snowshoeing itinerary : le domaine de l'Essert
From the Pointe des Follys, a magnificent panorama will be offered to you: the valley of Abondance, the Teeth of the South, the Mount of Grange and the Lake Geneva. The descent...
Abondance
Snowshoeing itinerary: la descente aux Esserts
Snowshoeing itinerary: la descente aux Esserts
This walk offers superb views of the Dent d'Oche and the Château d'Oche summits and Lake Geneva. Discover the alpine chalets of Pellys and Esserts. Starting point: top of...
Bernex
Snowhoes itinerary : les chalets d'Autigny
Snowhoes itinerary : les chalets d'Autigny
The chalets of Autigny (1590m) offer a magnificent view of the ridge of the mont Chauffé and the Cornettes de Bise. A discovery of the forests and alpine pastures of the Mont...
Abondance
Snowshoeing itinerary: le Bécrêt
Snowshoeing itinerary: le Bécrêt
Discover the hamlets of Bécrêt and Malpasset and the ice that plays with the waters of Ugine.
Bernex
Snowshoe itinerary : Plan des Feux Les Ravières
Snowshoe itinerary : Plan des Feux Les Ravières
A beautiful snowshoe route on the Crêt-Béni aera with views on the village and the surrounding peaks.
La Chapelle-d'Abondance
Snowshoeing itinerary: autour de Thollon
Snowshoeing itinerary: autour de Thollon
A snowshoe walk around the village of the resort to discover its heritage (cave, way of the cross, mountain farms).
Thollon-les-Mémises
Snowshoe titinerary: l'Alpage de Lain
Snowshoe titinerary: l'Alpage de Lain
Discover the hamlet of Lain and its mountain pasture and cross the snowy meadows overlooking the hamlet "Chez les Vesin".
Thollon-les-Mémises
Snowshoe itinerary : Fremoux
Snowshoe itinerary : Fremoux
This snowshoe hike, which starts in the centre of the village, invites you to discover the hamlets of Frogy and Fremoux, the walk goes through forests and mountain pastures...
Abondance
Snowshoe itinerary : La Chapelle balcony
Snowshoe itinerary : La Chapelle balcony
An ideal route for discovering snowshoeing or for a family outing.
La Chapelle-d'Abondance
Snowshoes itinerary : Sur Bayard par la cascade
Snowshoes itinerary : Sur Bayard par la cascade
Discover the Sur Bayard waterfall along a snowshoe hike.
La Chapelle-d'Abondance
Snowshoeing itinerary : chapelles et oratoires
Snowshoeing itinerary : chapelles et oratoires
All along your itinerary, on this sunny side, you will discover the built heritage that makes the richness of the Abondance Valley. A breathtaking view of the Essert ski area...
Abondance
Snowshoeing itinerary : à travers les alpages
Snowshoeing itinerary : à travers les alpages
This route will offer you magnificent views of Lake Geneva and Pelluaz summit. You will cross the wide open spaces of the pastures of Tirou, Frasse and Bonne Eau with their...
Bernex
Snowshoe itinerary : Tromby loop
Snowshoe itinerary : Tromby loop
The Tromby loop gives you access to the heights of the resort and a magnificent view of the surrounding peaks.
La Chapelle-d'Abondance
Snowshoeing itinerary: descente par le Bécret
Snowshoeing itinerary: descente par le Bécret
Discover the hamlets of Bécrêt and Malpasset and the ice that plays with the waters of Ugine.
Bernex