• Hiking

Hike and meet the breeders - Mont Bénand: Men and beasts, life on the mountain

Discover alpine farms and farmers on a hiking tour. Visit the stables and meet the herds, before perhaps sampling some of the mountain's specialities.

Hiking Hike and meet the breeders - Mont Bénand: Men and beasts, life on the mountain Bernex

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Bernex (74500)
Average length : 3h
Animals not allowed
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Three places, three farms at Mont Bénand, Alpage d'Oche and Pré Richard to discover all summer long.

Departure from Chaudron de Bénand. Head for Gaël's sheep and cattle farm. A hike punctuated by stories of the past and customs of yesteryear. An encounter with nature and its uses by man. Magnificent views of Lake Geneva, the Jura, the Mémises, the Bernex valley with its peaks (Dent d'Oche, Mont César, Pic de Boré, Pelluaz, Chesnay) and the Gavot plateau. Classified as a UNESCO Geopark.

The outing is organized by Alp'Evianature, an association of local mountain guides and mountain professionals.

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    Prices

    One price: 25 €
    Family pass: 80 €.


    Bookings can be made at the Tourist Information Offices of the Evian-Vallée d'Abondance region - Leman Mountains Explore.

    Number of participants : 4 pers. Min. - 12 pers. Max.

    Reception

    Animals not allowed
    Languages spoken : French

    Regular hikers, 150D+, accessible to all levels.
    Bring hiking boots, weather-appropriate clothing, snacks and water.

    Bring your own vehicle to reach the starting point.

    Children must be accompanied by an adult.

    Dates

    Sunday 21 July 2024 between 9 am and 12 pm.

    Friday 2 August 2024 between 3 pm and 6 pm.

    Saturday 24 August 2024 between 9 am and 12 pm.
    Outside these dates, this activity is available on request.

    Average length : 3h

    Services
    • Accompanied

    Access

    Rendez-vous devant le Chaudron de Bénand Chemin du Chaudron Benand 74500 Bernex
    Start near : Bernex (74500)
    Information update on 14/07/2024 by Office de Tourisme Leman Mountains Explore