Browsing the "Ascent = 1-2 hours" Tag

Hikes whose ascent lasts between one to two hours.



Lac de Peyre and Col de Balafrasse

31 July 2023 | by Pierre-Alexandre

Lac de Peyre is a small mid-altitude lake in the heart of the Bornes massif. Lac de Peyre is an interesting site for observing the local fauna, which includes marmots, which are hard to spot, and ibex. Unfortunately, the latter were slaughtered in a shameless manner in October 2015 due to an


Pointe d’Andey

27 December 2022 | by Pierre-Alexandre

Veritable balcony overlooking the Arve Valley, Pointe d’Andey is an ideal objective for an outing in the beginning of the season when the snow forbids escapades on higher mountains. Its location allows a dominating overlook on all the surrounding peaks, particularly on Bargy Massif


Pic de la Corne

7 June 2022 | by Pierre-Alexandre

Pic de la Corne is a rather unknown summit in the Chablais massif. From the top of its 2084 m of altitude, Pic de la Corne is nevertheless an interesting hiking objective. Indeed, it offers the hiker a splendid panorama on the peaks of the Chablais


Le Parmelan

9 May 2021 | by Pierre-Alexandre

Parmelan is one of the must-sees of Haute-Savoie. Visible from the surroundings of Annecy, its imposing cliffs dominate and make it a panoramic viewpoint that will amaze any hiker. The ascent by the Grand Montoir is delicate


Aiguilles de Baulmes

14 September 2020 | by Pierre-Alexandre

Aiguilles de Baulmes is a group of crests located in the Jura massif in the district of Jura-nord vaudois. Culminating at an altitude of 1558 m, Aiguilles de Baulmes are a great classic of the region. Indeed, the path along the ridge offers a magnificent 180° panorama of the Alps, Lake Neuchâtel


La Tête de Louis-Philippe

26 December 2019 | by Pierre-Alexandre

Tête de Louis-Philippe is a summit of the Giffre massif located in the commune of Magland. Little known to hikers, Tête de Louis-Philippe is nevertheless a very beautiful hiking goal in winter. Indeed, it is accessible to most people because of its low elevation gain and the absence of technical


Aiguillette des Posettes

16 October 2019 | by Pierre-Alexandre

Aiguillette des Posettes is a classic of the Mont-Blanc Massif. Located at the eastern end of the Chamonix valley, Aiguillette des Posettes is a choice hike that will delight both young and old. The panorama served at the top is one of the most extensive in the massif


Pointe de Vernaz via Lac d’Arvouin

21 August 2019 | by Pierre-Alexandre

Pointe de Vernaz is a peak of the Chablais region, reaching an altitude of 1,993 m. The mountain overlooks Lac d’Arvouin and offers an exciting view of the surrounding peaks, such as Cornettes de Bise, Mont Chauffé or Dents du Midi. I propose a hike that reaches Pointe de Vernaz starting from


Mont d’Or (from Vallorbe)

1 June 2019 | by Pierre-Alexandre

Highest point in the Doubs department, Mont d’Or is a peak of the Jura Massif. Located a few miles from the Franco-Swiss border, Mont d’Or naturally stands out as the perfect location for a beautiful family hike with its panoramic view of the Lake Geneva Basin, the Alps and the nearby mountains


Le Pas du Roc

15 May 2019 | by Pierre-Alexandre

Le Pas du Roc is an easy walk that makes you discover the alpine meadows in the middle of the mountains by means of an unusual path on the cliff side, traced in 1830, which allowed transporting the wood intended for the ovens located in the hamlet of the " Verrerie"


Praz Vechin and Col de l’Arpettaz

7 January 2019 | by Pierre-Alexandre

Located in the Aravis Range, Praz Vechin is a peak overlooking the Col de l'Arpettaz nestled at the foot of Mont Charvin. The term "Arpettaz" comes from the French word "alpe" which refers to a mountain pasture. The itinerary I propose here starts from the hamlet of La Penne


La Bourgeoise and the Col de Joux Plane

3 January 2019 | by Pierre-Alexandre

Nestled in the Samoëns Valley and overlooking the Col de Joux Plane, La Bourgeoise can be the object of a short family stroll both in winter and summer. The route leads effortlessly to the top of La Bourgeoise with a beautiful panorama



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