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Walking route: Tour of Pointe des Mattes in 2 days - Stage 1

Sport, Pedestrian sports, Hiking itinerary in La Chapelle-d'Abondance
6.8 km
3h 35min
Hard

  • This sporty first stage takes you to the Trebentaz refuge at 1900 m altitude, in the heart of a Natura 2000 site.

  • Starting from the La Panthiaz parking lot, you will first walk along the Dranse before beginning your ascent.

    At the summit of the Pointe des Mattes, you can enjoy views of the mountains and villages of the Abondance valley and the Swiss Alps.

    This first stage ends with a descent to the Trébentaz hut, a favorite stopover for GR5 itinerants.

    Marking details : Departmental markings called P.D.I.P.R. on beige metal panels with green lettering.

    Tricky passages : Some passages are steep,...
    Starting from the La Panthiaz parking lot, you will first walk along the Dranse before beginning your ascent.

    At the summit of the Pointe des Mattes, you can enjoy views of the mountains and villages of the Abondance valley and the Swiss Alps.

    This first stage ends with a descent to the Trébentaz hut, a favorite stopover for GR5 itinerants.

    Marking details : Departmental markings called P.D.I.P.R. on beige metal panels with green lettering.

    Tricky passages : Some passages are steep, have good walking shoes.

    Map references : - Map guide to 65 walks and hikes in the Evian region and Abondance valley
    - Map of walking routes in the Portes du Soleil area in France and Switzerland
    - IGN TOP 25 No. 3528 ET Morzine Chablais Massif Portes du Soleil

    Whatever your hike, remember to pack cereal bars, plenty of water, sunglasses, sunscreen, a small first-aid kit, and clothing appropriate to the season and weather forecast.
  • Guidebook with maps/step-by-step
    1/ From Parking de la Panthiaz, follow signs for "La Panthiaz".
    2/ At "La Panthiaz" follow signs for "Pont du Moulin".
    3/ From "Pont du Moulin", follow "Les Mattes", then "Les Mattes par Chalet de Torrens". You will pass through "Sur Bayard", and "Les Crottes" before reaching the Chalet de Torrens.
    4/ At Chalet Torrens, continue towards Les Mattes.
    5/ At the top of Les Mattes, follow the signs for "Pont du Moulin par Les Ravières", to reach the "Refuge de Trébentaz".
  • Departure
    La Chapelle-d'Abondance
  • Difference in height
    940.312 m
  • Access (by car): From Abondance, follow signs for La Chapelle d'Abondance (D22), then Châtel (D22). After passing through the village of La Chapelle d'Abondance, the Panthiaz gondola lift and parking lot are on your right.
  • Plain text period
    From 01/06 to 15/10 daily.
    Check with tourist offices in advance to find out the current access conditions.

    Check with the wardens for the opening and closing dates of their refuge located on your route.

    Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.
  • Environment
    • Mountain view
    • Mountain location
  • Documentation
    GPX / KML files allow you to export the trail of your hike to your GPS (or other navigation tool)
940 meters of difference in height
  • Maximum altitude : 1948 m
  • Minimum altitude : 1009 m
  • Total positive elevation : 940 m
  • Total negative elevation : -102 m
  • Max positive elevation : 925 m
  • Min positive elevation : -4 m
Services
  • Accessibility
    • Not accessible in a wheelchair
  • Equipment
    • Parking nearby
    • Car park
  • Services
    • Pets welcome
      • Dogs must be kept on a leash due to the presence of livestock and wildlife. Livestock guard dogs are present in this area, so it is recommended that you adapt your behaviour to minimise disturbance to the livestock and avoid triggering the dogs (barking, approaching, etc.). If the dogs approach, it is important to let them do so and not try to force your way through. When approaching the herd: - Give the herd a wide berth, without putting yourself in danger. - Walk slowly and dismount from your bicycle. - Stay together as a group. Speak clearly, without shouting, to make your presence known. If you encounter the herd: - Stop: the dogs will come to sniff you to identify you. - Do not force your way through. - Do not run away or turn your back on the dogs. - Do not stare them in the eyes. - Do not pet the dogs. - Do not feed the dogs. - You can hold an object (bag, bicycle, jacket) to put some space between you and the dogs. However, do not use this object to push the dogs away. - Avoid sudden movements and do not threaten them. Once the dogs calm down or move away, continue on your way, walking and keeping your distance. Pet dogs and hunting dogs: For your safety and theirs, pet dogs and hunting dogs are strongly discouraged near flocks. In any case, always keep your dog on a lead. In the event of a conflict, - let go of the lead, - do not intervene - do not pick up your dog.