Vacheresse, a region in the Haute-Savoie department of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, is characterized by its preserved natural environment and diverse terrain. Situated within the Chablais natural region, its altitudes range from 755 to 2090 meters, featuring prominent peaks like Mont Chauffé, Pointe de Bénévent, Cornettes de Bise, and Dent d'Oche. The landscape is dominated by extensive forests and natural meadows, complemented by high-altitude lakes such as Lac de Fontaine and Lac de Darbon, making it suitable for several sports like hiking,…
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4.8
(135)
987
hikers
11.3km
04:51
720m
720m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.9
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89
hikers
11.4km
04:42
680m
680m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.8
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63
hikers
9.16km
03:16
520m
520m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

3.8
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38
hikers
5.27km
02:17
410m
410m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4.7
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259
riders
122km
07:07
2,950m
2,950m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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106
riders
56.3km
03:08
1,170m
1,170m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

3.0
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70
riders
40.0km
02:27
1,100m
1,100m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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89
riders
67.3km
04:06
1,760m
1,760m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.2
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139
riders
62.6km
04:08
860m
860m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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60
riders
12.7km
01:05
180m
180m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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54
riders
12.5km
01:05
120m
120m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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53
riders
25.6km
02:11
300m
300m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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85
runners
21.6km
03:28
1,280m
1,280m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.0
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74
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.0
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52
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12.4km
02:18
950m
950m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

94
runners
8.56km
01:48
830m
830m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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5.0
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14
riders
17.4km
02:12
870m
870m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.7
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26
riders
38.5km
03:28
930m
930m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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32
riders
29.8km
03:03
850m
850m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.0
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11
riders
15.3km
01:39
570m
570m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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4.6
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38
hikers
8.49km
04:36
890m
890m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.8
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17
hikers
9.65km
03:39
550m
550m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.6
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20
hikers
6.97km
03:28
550m
550m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
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12
hikers
10.3km
05:28
940m
940m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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3.8
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20
riders
28.9km
02:20
630m
630m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.8
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23
riders
36.6km
02:39
600m
600m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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16
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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10
riders
18.1km
01:24
510m
510m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Vacheresse offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, touring cycling, jogging, mountain biking, road cycling, mountaineering, and gravel biking. The region features diverse terrain from valley floors to mountain peaks. More than 30 routes are available for exploration.
Vacheresse is known for its hiking trails leading to high-altitude lakes like Lac de Darbon and Lac de Fontaine. Routes also ascend significant peaks such as the Cornettes de Bise and Dent d'Oche. For more details, refer to the Hiking around Vacheresse guide.
Yes, Vacheresse offers routes for touring cycling, road cycling, and mountain biking. The area features winding roads and mountain passes, with scenic routes connecting Lake Geneva and the Swiss border. Explore options in the Cycling around Vacheresse guide.
The terrain in Vacheresse is diverse, ranging from valley floors to challenging mountain ascents. It includes extensive forests, natural herbaceous environments, and meadows. Altitudes vary from 755 to 2090 meters, encompassing significant peaks and high-altitude lakes.
Vacheresse offers routes suitable for various skill levels, including paths to accessible lakes and through pastures. While some peaks feature challenging ascents, many trails cater to less experienced outdoor enthusiasts. Specific easy routes can be found within the sport-specific guides.
Prominent natural features include Mont Chauffé, Pointe de Bénévent, Cornettes de Bise, and Dent d'Oche. High-altitude lakes such as Lac de Fontaine and Lac de Darbon are also notable. The region is characterized by extensive forests and natural meadows.
There are more than 30 routes available in Vacheresse across various sports on komoot. These routes have been explored by over 24,000 visitors. The average rating for these routes is 4.42 out of 5 stars.
Yes, komoot provides several guides for Vacheresse. These include Hiking around Vacheresse, Cycling around Vacheresse, Running Trails around Vacheresse, and MTB Trails around Vacheresse.
The official website for Vacheresse is vacheresse.fr. Additional tourist information can also be obtained through the local town hall or the Tourist Office of Abondance.
Yes, Vacheresse offers a diverse network of trails suitable for jogging and trail running. The varied terrain allows for different levels of intensity. More information can be found in the Running Trails around Vacheresse guide.
Vacheresse features several high points, with altitudes reaching up to 2090 meters. Notable peaks include Mont Chauffé, Pointe de Bénévent, Cornettes de Bise, and Dent d'Oche. These summits offer extensive views of the surrounding Chablais massif.
Vacheresse is suitable for mountain biking, with trails catering to various skill levels. The region's mountain resorts often provide marked trails. For specific routes, consult the MTB Trails around Vacheresse guide.

