The Gorges du Pont Diable are a magnificent site where you can admire how water has eroded the rock over thousands of years. The result is spectacular: the Dranse rushes between the walls in a maze of large boulders and numerous waterfalls. A “Pas dans le vide” (as at the Aiguille du Midi) overlooks a vertiginous fault.<\/p>\n
A short video at the chalet reception desk explains the formation of these gorges perfectly. There are explanatory panels all along the route through the Gorges du Pont du Diable.<\/p>\n
The current layout dates from 2019 and is the result of a huge amount of work.<\/p>\n
Accessible to everyone, it should be noted that the gradient is 110 metres over a short distance. The metal staircases, fitted with handrails, are very steep. I would therefore advise people who are sensitive to vertigo to descend them with their backs to the void like a ladder.<\/p>\n
You can also go as far as the Lac du Jotty and its dam, a 1km walk from the Gorges du Pont du Diable car park.<\/p>\n
Like all tourist sites, it’s best to visit during the week if possible, and outside July and August.<\/p>\n
Admission costs \u20ac18 for 16-year-olds and over and \u20ac14 for children aged 4 to 15.<\/p>\n
Opening times April-May-June from 10.30 am to 4.30 pm non-stop, July-August from 9.00 am to 6.00 pm<\/p>\n
The Gorges du Pont du Diable are located at “le Jotty” in the commune of La Vernaz.<\/p>\n
Access via the D902 between Thonon-les-Bains and Taninges.<\/p>\n
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