Touch, feel, observe... On this unique walk, you'll explore Abondance and discover the many uses of wood.
Wood is an essential resource in the valley!
Thanks to this trendy walk, you'll discover all the secrets of this material, omnipresent in our daily lives.
Armed with a map, an illustrated booklet and a bag full of surprises, embark on a smooth journey through the heart of the village of Abondance! At each stage, an activity is suggested, and a keyword will help you discover the letters hidden beneath the leaves. Once they've been collected on their branches, they'll reveal the answer to the final riddle.
So, are you ready to take up the challenge?
Wear closed shoes.
Depending on snow conditions.
Smartphone with internet connection recommended.
On request from the Abbey reception desk or the Maison du Fromage Abondance.
Thanks to this trendy walk, you'll discover all the secrets of this material, omnipresent in our daily lives.
Armed with a map, an illustrated booklet and a bag full of surprises, embark on a smooth journey through the heart of the village of Abondance! At each stage, an activity is suggested, and a keyword will help you discover the letters hidden beneath the leaves. Once they've been collected on their branches, they'll reveal the answer to the final riddle.
So, are you ready to take up the challenge?
Wear closed shoes.
Depending on snow conditions.
Smartphone with internet connection recommended.
On request from the Abbey reception desk or the Maison du Fromage Abondance.
Included
Included
Activity bag with booklet and map.Not Included
Not Included
Access to tours of the Abbey and the Abondance Cheese House.Accessibility
Accessibility
Mental disability
Not accessible in a wheelchair
Reserved space 330 cm wide < 100 m from the site
Reception staff sensitized to the reception of people with disabilities
Easy French documentation
Rates
Rates
From 1 October 2025 to 31 December 2026
From 1 October 2025 to 31 December 2026
One priceper team.
€15.00
Price for a team of 5 people maximum.
Payment methods
Payment methods
Payment methods
Check
Cash
Bank/credit card
Travellers Cheque
Connect Travellers Cheque
Contactless paymentAudience
Audience
- Minimum age (in years) : 6
Opening times
Opening times
Monday
14:00 - 17:00
Tuesday
14:00 - 17:00
Wednesday
14:00 - 17:00
Thursday
14:00 - 17:00
Friday
14:00 - 17:00
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
Monday
09:30 - 12:00
14:00 - 18:00
Tuesday
09:30 - 12:00
14:00 - 18:00
Wednesday
09:30 - 12:00
14:00 - 18:00
Thursday
09:30 - 12:00
14:00 - 18:00
Friday
09:30 - 12:00
14:00 - 18:00
Saturday
09:30 - 12:00
14:00 - 18:00
Sunday
09:30 - 12:00
14:00 - 18:00
Monday
09:30 - 12:30
14:00 - 18:00
Tuesday
09:30 - 12:30
14:00 - 18:00
Wednesday
09:30 - 12:30
14:00 - 18:00
Thursday
09:30 - 12:30
14:00 - 18:00
Friday
09:30 - 12:30
14:00 - 18:00
Saturday
09:30 - 12:30
14:00 - 18:00
Sunday
09:30 - 12:30
14:00 - 18:00
Monday
14:00 - 18:00
09:30 - 12:00
Tuesday
14:00 - 18:00
09:30 - 12:00
Wednesday
14:00 - 18:00
09:30 - 12:00
Thursday
14:00 - 18:00
09:30 - 12:00
Friday
14:00 - 18:00
09:30 - 12:00
Saturday
14:00 - 18:00
09:30 - 12:00
Sunday
14:00 - 18:00
09:30 - 12:00
Monday
14:00 - 17:00
Tuesday
14:00 - 17:00
Wednesday
14:00 - 17:00
Thursday
14:00 - 17:00
Friday
14:00 - 17:00
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
Location
Location
Spoken languages
Spoken languages
Access
Access
- From the shores of Lake Geneva, access via RD22 or detour via Plateau de Gavot (depending on season), towards Vallée d'Abondance (approx.40 min).
Free parking, electric recharging points, bicycle parking.
Entrance to the site is at Place de l'abbatiale, in the heart of the village.
Access to the church is independent (no visits during services).
On foot: from the village center, walk to Place de l'Abbatiale along the “Montée du Cloître” past the town hall and presbytery, then under the porch. The entrance to the site, located on the square, is a little further up on the right.
Accessible by car from the church square.
Parking available at the entrance or in the village center.
Served by EVA'D line C during school vacations.
