Upcoming summer hikes
1. Botanical discovery – Adonis
A botanical discovery route through the region’s meadows, renowned for their exceptional floral richness. In spring, the grasslands light up with the brilliant flowering of the
spring adonis, whose large golden-yellow flowers transform the landscape into a true natural painting. This rare and protected species, adapted to dry limestone soils, makes this hike a special outing for lovers of alpine flora and preserved landscapes.
2. Botanical discovery – Orchids
A botanical discovery route in the Ollon region, dominated by the impressive silhouettes of the Dents du Midi. Along the route, the meadows reveal an exceptional floral diversity, where rare wild orchids such as ophrys, the man orchid and the burnt orchid flourish. This preserved environment forms a true haven for alpine flora.
3. The Gramont
A route leading up to the summit of Mont Gramont, at the transition between winter and spring. The last snow patches along the trail add a still wintry atmosphere, while the first blossoms mark the gradual awakening of the mountain. From the summit, the panorama stretches majestically over Lake Geneva, the Savoy Alps and the Chablais, in an environment where ibex are frequently observed.
4. Botanical discovery – Narcissi
A botanical discovery route at Les Pléiades, offering an exceptional panorama over the Fribourg Alps and Lake Geneva. In spring, the meadows light up with a spectacular flowering of narcissi, creating a landscape of great delicacy. This emblematic bloom makes this hike a special outing for lovers of nature, alpine landscapes and botany.
5. Rochers de Naye
A route leading to the summit of the Rochers de Naye, a true viewpoint overlooking Lake Geneva. The trail crosses rich alpine meadows where the flowers bring colour and softness to the landscape. The view takes in the Chablais, the Savoy Alps and the Bernese Alps, offering a panorama of rare breadth between lake and mountains.
6. Isenau Palette – 16 September 2026
A circular route leading to the summit of the Platette d’Isenau before reaching Floriette through a panoramic traverse. The trail crosses the former Isenau ski resort, where the dormant ski lifts bear witness to the site’s skiing past, now gradually being reclaimed by nature.
Throughout the hike, the view takes in the Bernese Alps, the Diablerets massif and the waters of Lake Arnon, in a vast alpine setting.
