Hiking to Lovenex lake

Medium
3h45min
7.6km
Loop
+750m
-750m
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Description

A mountain hike on the heights of Lake Geneva to discover the lake of Lovenex between France and Switzerland.

The objective of this hike is to discover the Lake of Lovenex nestled in a very wild setting in the middle of a combe bounded by the Grande Miette and the Mont Valeur. You will be able to discover the Lake of Lovenex from a totally different angle. Indeed, once arrived at the Pas de Lovenex, the hiker will be able to observe the eponymous lake, as if suspended above Lake Geneva situated below.

If the name Lovenex evokes the presence of wolves, you will more likely find ibexes on your path, which are very numerous in this sector of the Chablais. Magnificent panoramas follow one another along the route.

Marking

Departmental markings called P.D.I.P.R. on beige metal panel and green writing.

Map references

  • Map and Guide: 65 Walks and Hikes in the Evian Region and Abondance Valley
  • IGN TOP 25 No. 3528: Morzine, Chablais Massif, and Les Portes du Soleil

Amenities

Guided steps

1/ From La Planche (parking lot), head toward Col de la Croix via Les Nezs and Montagne des Nezs.
2/ After crossing the Swiss border, continue on to Lake Lovenex.
3/ On the way back, take the same route, passing through the Col de la Croix again, then continue to the Morge mountain pasture.
4/ Before the border, at the intersection, turn right toward Le Deley.
5/ From Le Deley, return to La Planche (Parking Lot) via La Planche.

Sustainable Tourism

To help protect agricultural practices, natural areas, and wildlife, please keep your dogs on a leash and pick up after them. Please keep and sort your trash, stay on the trails, and close any gates behind you.

Address
Lieu-dit "Le Deley", au delà de Novel, 74500, Novel
Opening
From 01/06 to 15/10 daily. Check with the tourist offices in advance to find out the current access conditions. Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

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Address
Lieu-dit "Le Deley", au delà de Novel, 74500, Novel
Opening
From 01/06 to 15/10 daily. Check with the tourist offices in advance to find out the current access conditions. Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.