Snowshoeing, relaxation and spa treatments in the Mont Blanc region

We will discover the Val Montjoie, venturing to its far end.

For the first group picnic, it is appreciated if each participant brings a specialty from their region of origin, in order to begin the hike with enriching cultural exchanges.

We begin at Notre-Dame de la Gorge (1,210 m), a splendid 17th-century Baroque church. Following the ancient path, mistakenly called the Roman Road, we cross over the Bon Nant stream, which roars below, to reach the Roman Bridge. The terrain then levels out, and we walk through the clearings of La Rosière.

A further climb leads to our highest point (1,584 m). The gentle descent of Combe Noire takes us to the Combe Noire waterfall. From clearing to clearing, we reach the Roman Bridge, then Notre-Dame de la Gorge.

The day in the Bionnassay Valley looks promising, on a route perfectly suited to snowshoeing.

After a picturesque access by small train from Saint-Gervais Le Fayet, we will move from clearing to clearing until we reach a viewpoint located at 1,900 meters altitude, famous among film buffs as the filming location for some scenes of the film Malabar Princess.

Facing the glaciers of Mont Blanc, this site offers a spectacular panorama that will leave no one unmoved. The view of these iconic peaks is also a unique opportunity to understand the region, both geologically and culturally.

A pleasant day of exploration, where the plateau blends harmoniously with the Les Houches resort and the famous Kandahar track, before descending back into the valley aboard the little train.

Today, we set off from Megève, more precisely from its hamlet of Leutaz (1,320 m). This area, renowned for its abundant snow cover, welcomes us for a day of exploration.

We first cross the Cassioz stream before embarking on a wilder route in the heart of the forest, which leads us, via the clearing of La Revenas, to the charming chalet of Barchamps (1,393 m).

The trail that opens up next leads us to the chalets of La Tête (1,584 m) and then Les Molliettes (1,564 m). We leave the main trails again to enter the wild and unspoiled Cirque des Chavannes.

After reaching a high point at 1,670 meters, we continue our progress from chalet to chalet: La Socquaz (1,610 m), Le Stiard (1,558 m) and finally Chevran (1,620 m), where the panorama of Mont Blanc on the Contamines-Montjoie side is offered in all its majesty.

The return journey is a gentle one along a pleasant forest road, concluding this day rich in landscapes and discoveries.

In the morning, relax at the Saint-Gervais thermal spa: a special moment to take care of yourself and enjoy a truly relaxing break in the heart of your stay.

After a picnic lunch, we will set off on a revitalizing hike.

We conclude our week by returning to the Contamines-Montjoie valley, starting from the hamlet of La Frasse (1,263 m).

The path winds through the forest before opening onto the Truc alpine pastures (1,760 m), giving the impression of being in the heart of the Mont Blanc massif, at the foot of the impressive Dômes de Miage. The contrast between the V-shaped valley, carved by the stream, and the U-shaped glacial valley of the Miage pastures is striking.

Depending on the conditions and their motivation, the bravest will be able to climb higher promontories, while the rest of the group will enjoy a quieter moment, to rest or simply savor the scenery.

Regretfully, we leave this spectacular place to descend back towards the forest cover.

The stay in Fayet ended around 4:00 PM, with our heads full of memories of this last magnificent stage.