On the heights of La Chapelle d'Abondance, on its southern side, from the Sevan car park, you will take the direction of the Recon pass, then the Conche or Braitaz pass. All along the circuit, a magnificent view of the Mont-Blanc and the Vaud Alps are waitinf for you.
Below the Aiguillettes restaurant (open in summer), you take a path that leads you to the Outanne pass. After a crossing on the side of the mountain pasture, the path arrives at the Sevan pass. The panorama is superb: below, the lake and the chalets of Arvouin and, in the background, the Cornettes de Bise and the valley of Abondance.
The natural environment of this itinerary is exceptional, especially its flora. Numerous species of gentians, orchids and arnica adorn the mountain with vived and changing colours.
For the more experienced, you can climb to the top of Mount Lenla (2,093m), a 40 minutes walk, before taking a path to the Sevan car park.
A nice loop to discover with superb views of the French and Swiss sides.
Guidebook with maps/step-by-step
0/ Parking de Sevan in La Chapelle d'Abondance. 1/ Take the forest track going up towards the Col de Recon, then continue to the Col de Conche or Braitaz. 2/ Below the bar of Aiguillettes, you take a path which leads you to the col d'Outanne. After a crossing on the side of the mountain pasture, the path arrives at the col de Sevan. For the more experienced, you can climb to the top of Mount Lenla (2,093 m), a 40 minutes walk. 3/ The return journey takes the same path to Les Aiguillettes, then a shortcut on your right takes you back to the Sevan car park.
Ouverture
From 01/06 to 30/09. Accessible except during snow and depending on weather conditions. Please check with the Tourist Office for the latest information on access conditions. This route is usually suitable for strong walkers during spring, summer, and autumn, except in adverse weather.
Tarifs
Free access.
Contact et accès Route de l'Aubourry Lieu-dit Sevan 74360 La Chapelle-d'Abondance Haute-Savoie (74)
