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AF Lindarets Pointe des Lanches Circuit

Avoriaz

Portes du Soleil

Great Avoirias/Chatel ridge walk with views of Lac Montriond

Hiking Moderate

Distance
8.9 km
Ascent
648 m
Descent
649 m
Duration
2-3 hrs
Low Point
1.5 km
High Point
1.9 km
Gradient
23˚
AF Lindarets Pointe des Lanches Circuit Map

This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's remote, it features medium exposure and is typically done between June and September. From a low point of 1.5 km to the maximum altitude of 1.9 km, the route covers 8.9 km, 648 vertical metres of ascent and 649 vertical metres of descent.

Description

From Lindarets car park take the Chaux Fleurie lift to the ridge or walk up. Great views along the ridge with Chatel on the right and Avoriaz on the left plus Lac Montriond. Nice restaurant at Col de Bassachaux

Difficulty

Moderate

Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be present.

Medium Exposure

2 out of 4

The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.

Remoteness

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between June and September

Features

  • Alpine
  • Picturesque
  • Dog friendly
  • Wild flowers
  • Water features

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