Mont Vouan and its millstone quarries (Family & Ombre hike)

/ Mont Vouan and its millstone quarries (Family & Ombre hike)

Posté le

Mont Vouan and its millstone quarries (Family & Ombre hike)

The experience: A fascinating journey through the history of the Chablais region, perfect for hot days as the trail runs mainly through woodland. Mont Vouan is home to ancient grain millstone quarries, listed as Historic Monuments. Along the way, you’ll discover impressive carvings in the rock, bearing witness to a thousand years of craftsmanship. It’s a fun walk that usually captivates children.

The team’s tip: Keep your eyes peeled! Some millstones are still ‘in place’, half-exposed from the rock face. It’s a real geological treasure hunt.

Practical information:

  • 🚗 Access: 35 minutes’ drive from the campsite (Starting point: Church car park, Viuz-en-Sallaz).
  • 🥾 Distance: 5.8 km (loop).
  • 📈 Elevation gain: 220 m.
  • 💊 Duration: Approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.
  • 💪 Difficulty: Easy.