Hiking Trail: Boucle des Vignes Loop

Nice hike that lead you through very differents environments : from vineyards located on the edge of Dranse river to dry forests on sunny sides or orchards and pastures.
Departure : next to "Larry" area, Marin.

The route follows the western slope of the hill, which has no paved roads, and runs alongside the Dranse River through a deciduous forest before emerging at “Les Vignes de Pont,” a name dating back to the Middle Ages for the hamlet that was swept away several times by floods before being rebuilt a few kilometers further on to become Marin.
The vineyard loop surprises with its succession of starkly contrasting landscapes: vineyards and orchards, forests with a variety of tree species, fields, and crops. Located just outside Thonon, yet so wild and secluded, you’ll find your worries flying away like blackbirds beneath the pine trees.

Please be respectful of the vineyards and orchards.

Blue signs along the roadside marking the start of the hike.
Departmental trail markers known as P.D.I.P.R., featuring beige metal signs with green lettering.

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0/ Blue signs along the roadside mark the start of the hike.
1/ From the Larry parking lot, head toward Larry, then follow the signs for Le Pont.
2/ Continue toward Les Moulins du Maravant until you reach Aux Roinsettes, passing through Vignes de Pont, Fiogey, Bois de Pins, Sous les Chenies, and Lages des Dranses.
3/ At the Aux Roinsettes intersection, head back toward Larry to return to the Larry parking lot, this time passing through Cutlaz and Fontanex.