Lac Montriond hike

Approx. 1h45 moderate/easy walk

Gentle uphill climb

Suitable for big and little walkers alike, this route starts at the stunning Lac Montriond and follows a delightful forest path up to the Cascade d’Ardent (waterfall). At the end of the lake, follow the path which leads you into the forest, towards Les Albertans hamlet, which you’ll reach in 10 minutes. After the traditional huts, carry on along the path to the waterfall. A bridge across the top of the waterfall creates a great viewing spot, where you can feel the ruching water beneath.

From here, you can follow the path back down and return via the other side of Lac Montriond and reward yourself with a crepe from the Lac’Tuel restaurant, or cool off with a cocktail at the chic Hotel du Lac. If you’d like to shorten the walk, you can park at the far end of the lake and walk straight from here up to the waterfall.

Lindarets Village to Brochaux Waterfall

Approx. 3h easy walk

Using chairlift to gain elevation, all the walking is downhill or flat

One of our favourite hikes for a sunny day, the route from the village of Lindarets – more famously known as the Goat Village – to the Brochaux waterfall is a stunning example of alpine scenery at its best. Crossing dreamy meadows full of wildflowers and cows, and flanked by mountains on every side, this walk delivers on beauty from the very first step.

To avoid the uphill climb take the Lindarets chairlift up to the crest of Avoriaz. From here you can walk down to the Brochaux waterfall. Enjoy a picnic on the grassy area by the waterfall, or try the restaurant, Refude de L’Abricotine which serves delicious Savoyard fayre.

To return to Les Lindarets follow the footpath which runs down along the river signposted La Lecherette. This takes you all the way back down to the Linderets plateau. It’s a 2 hour walk on flat or downhill terrain.

And if you’re feeling adventurous, why not try out the Fantasticable whilst you’re in the area? Fly through the mountains on this 1300 metre zip wire. To get to the starting point jump on the Chaux Fleurie chairlift from Les Lindarets bowl (a natural bowl where several chairlifts meet).