Events

The association "Lire et faire lire" awaits you for beautiful stories, from 4 years old.

Marcel Proust proclaimed that the wine of Féternes was one of the best wines in the world. Come through the vineyard and the hamlet of Château-Vieux to understand the secrets of this historic place. Tasting in the heart of the vineyards.

Unique in the region: get out your screens and get some fresh air! Mobile application for young and old children including several activities: fitness trail, discovery walk, 2 treasure hunts and adventure game "the mystery of the Publier springs".

Whether you're an avid photographer wanting to learn how to better capture the sky, or just a night-watching enthusiast, you'll learn more about constellations, the history of the Universe and the stars while having a great time.

New: a wellness fair opens in La Chapelle d'Abondance. Detailed program to come...

Discover a hydro-electric power station, and take part in a workshop to build a mill from recycled materials, and learn how electricity is generated by the power of water. A great way to discover the technical heritage of our mountains.

Come and discover this exhibition at the Galerie de l'Eau (Cité de l'Eau).

For a day, put yourself in the shoes of an architect and imagine your own project inspired by a theme kept secret until the last minute. Novices, connoisseurs, handymen, curious people... Challenge yourself as a team!

The walking race is making a comeback. The aim: to get from the village of Bernex to the Dent d'Oche refuge as quickly as possible. Dry climb of 7 kms with 1000 meters of difference in altitude.

A little wind of adventure is blowing. The whole family will learn to live almost independently in the mountains like the Sioux.

Unique in the region: get out your screens and get some fresh air! Mobile application for young and old children including several activities: fitness trail, discovery walk, 2 treasure hunts and adventure game "the mystery of the Publier springs".

Equipped with your camera or your smartphone, observe Lugrin from the angle of your lens and flash on the details of the architectures. A fun and family visit to discover the riches of our heritage!

Les Jeudis Electro are back in 2023, stopping off at the lakeside Parc du Miroir in Amphion-Publier! On the programme: DJs, visual shows and entertainment on the theme of electronic music and the digital arts! Free entry: save the date!

Guided tour, workshop and games are on the program to discover the Prehistory in Chablais exhibition followed by a practical workshop, animated by the 6th graders of the Val d'Abondance college.

Easy hike in a wild setting to discover the mountain pastures of Ubine and Autigny. Between traditional architecture and anecdotes, you will discover past and actual way of life in these places.

Prehistory is a poorly understood period, even more so in Chablais where remains are rare. The 6th grade students of the Abondance college looked into the question with the help of the archaeologist, Mathieu Luret, who excavated in the surroundings.

Traditional lumberjack competition and craft exhibition. Musical entertainment, refreshments and snacks. Full program to come...

Maurice Novarina is known in particular for the churches of the plateau of Assy in Passy, of Vongy in Thonon or on our territory Notre-Dame-de-la-Rencontre in Publier. The exhibition retraces the rich, complex and diversified career of the architect.

These days will be an opportunity to discover the little-known, unusual or usually inaccessible heritage of the Abondance valley. The Abbey of Abondance and the Maison du Fromage offer several activities throughout the weekend.

This year the rescue party will take place on Saturday 1st July at the Mirror Park, registration for the inter-society and SISL races is open. Catering, refreshment bar and champagne bar under the marquee. Free entry ball under the marquee.

Stroll through the decorated chalets of the Christmas market in Abondance. Discover the magical world of Christmas and discover the artisans, Christmas decorations and local specialities of the Vallée d'Abondance. Chritsmas Father will come and visit us!!

On the theme of "Living Heritage", the commune of Publier invites you to discover our fishermen, from yesterday to today, between tradition, history and current events.

Built around 1900 for Charles Taillefer, legal counsel to the French Embassy in London, then integrated to the Châtelet thermal baths, this large villa with a turret looks like a small castle.

Push discreetly through the door of the Vieille Douane... Surprising stories await you, from the days when smugglers and customs officers, also known as gabelous, played a veritable game of cat and mouse on the Franco-Swiss border!

Discover our local produce on a riverside circuit. Artisan producers will be present for this new edition. Various events will be held throughout the day. Full program to come...

The library is in a panic! Your mission? Stop a very dangerous group: the Obscurantes, who are trying to create a worldwide panic. Your credulity will be your worst enemy.

A real wake, just like in the old days. Around the fire, in a bucolic setting, to listen to the humorous and poetic slices of life our two troublemakers have to tell.

An easy walk, to take a different look at nature and discover its many uses (medicinal and edible plants, etc.). To help you find your way around, here are a few basic notions about plant families and the environments in which they are found.

Is it a castle? Is it a monastery? A bit of both actually. Your guide will explain the astonishing history of the fortified priory of Meillerie, a religious house with a prison and defense tower. You might well be surprised...

From production to maturing, between tradition and modernity, the gestures and know-how... are what make Abondance cheese so special. Discussions with the mediator will help you discover the subtleties of this exceptional cheese.

Come and escape to the heart of a classified site dominated by the first peaks of the French Pre-Alps, over mountain passes and lakes.

In the early morning, wild animals roam our mountains before the heat of the day. Discover them: chamois, ibexes, marmots, mouflons, eagles...

Unique in the region: get out your screens and get some fresh air! Mobile application for young and old children including several activities: fitness trail, discovery walk, 2 treasure hunts and adventure game "the mystery of the Publier springs".

These gentle walks are designed for families, young mothers and pregnant women who want to oxygenate their bodies and minds.

Come and discover this "scientific" animation full of interest for young and old. By reservation only.

Unique in the region: get out your screens and get some fresh air! Mobile application for young and old children including several activities: fitness trail, discovery walk, 2 treasure hunts and adventure game "the mystery of the Publier springs".

A not-to-be-missed back-to-school event for lovers of the natural garden: visit Neuvecelle for garden tours, entertainment for young and old, theater, music...

On the theme of "Living Heritage", the commune of Publier invites you to discover our fishermen, from yesterday to today, between tradition, history and current events.

Take it in turns to throw an assegai at a target, and test your hunting skills! Then discover how fire was lit to ensure the group's survival or to cook food.

During a stormy night on the shores of Lake Geneva, four friends, all writers, decide to play a game to see who will write the scariest story.

Gathering of vintage and exceptional vehicles. Exhibition throughout the day. Free admission. Catering, refreshments, entertainment and exhibition. Sightseeing tour organized throughout the day. Guest of honor: the 74th Company.

Come and meet the local craftsmen, artists and creators to discover the cultural diversity of the Chablais. Refreshment bar, snacks and musical entertainment.

Roll up your sleeves for the laundry chore ahead! Take a guided stroll through the village of Champanges to discover its washhouses and the life that once surrounded them.

Discovery of the instrument in traditional costume during an explanatory walk in the mountains in an enchanting place where the echo of the mountains will magnify the sound. And you want to try? No problem ! The elephants will answer you in the mountain.

The Baby Park is a sledding concept for children aged 3 to 7, designed by Expérience Montagne.

Find out what it's like to be an archaeologist, take part in excavations and help us learn more about the Abbey by taking samples and documenting your discoveries during this workshop.

An invitation to decipher the bio-indicator language of vegetation, its evolution and its interaction with the soil and in particular pollinators. Not to mention the edible and medicinal uses.

Mathieu Luret, PhD in archaeozoology, will present the latest data on Neanderthal man in the Northern Alps during a conference.

Will you have the courage to follow the sorcerer Dricé in the heart of the black forest, to discover all the mysteries of the valley of Abondance? An easy ride for everyone, but challenging for fragile nerves...

Discover one of the most beautiful hikes in Chablais and climb several passes with breathtaking views of lakes, including Lake Geneva. Perhaps you will be lucky enough to meet the ibex.

Mountain bike ride open to everyone: family, beginner, expert

Plenty of games, life-size games, games for everyone... Let's play! Detailed program to come.

The harmony of Bernex organizes the festival of the musics of the chablais, on June 17 and 18 in various places (starting-block, boulodrome, house bernolande) festive weekend, in music, with the orchestra of Belgium in head of poster of the opening concert.

Walk in the footsteps of smugglers and customs officers on the Franco-Swiss border. A guide will reveal the exciting adventures of these colorful characters, at the very sites of ambushes and smuggling...

Le Millefeuille library and toy library celebrates its 30th anniversary. To mark the occasion, we're organizing a day of games, creative workshops, storytelling and other fun activities! Detailed program to come...

The association "Lire et faire lire" is waiting for you for beautiful stories. From 7 years old.

After a previous edition on the shores of Lake Geneva, the Yapakapary company returns to Mont Bénand for the 4th edition of the Théâtre aux granges. They will set up a stage and bleachers next to the barns to discover a theatre during 8 evenings in August.

Cooking workshops, farm visits and film debates on the theme of sustainable food and local agriculture. For full details, visit www.rencontresalimentation.fr or contact CPIE Chablais Léman.

Unique in the region: get out your screens and get some fresh air! Mobile application for young and old children including several activities: fitness trail, discovery walk, 2 treasure hunts and adventure game "the mystery of Publier springs".

The Verona circus comes to La Chapelle d'Abondance... Big top show to discover.

The discovery trail: Outside: the water cycle, the sensory path, the vegetable garden Inside: biodiversity, the seasons, the milking parlour, cereals, nests, spinning, mammals/oviparous, eggs, the forest, scales...

Come and enjoy our food market every Sunday where you can meet our local exhibitors and producers. Something to enjoy and have a good time!

For more than 20 years, the Journées du Patrimoine de Pays (Local Heritage Days) have been promoting this heritage and trying to give people a different view of it, to raise awareness of its richness.

Taste new sensations on the Saix de Miolène Via Ferrata. The route, pleasant and accessible, allows you to discover the joys of verticality.

From high altitude lakes in a wooded setting, between mountains and Lake Geneva, this great crossing takes us on flat, descending paths. Arrived on a beach, if you wish, a swim awaits you.

Once upon a time, there was an easy, friendly way to discover the region, its traditions and its legends. Listen carefully and keep your eyes wide open: the region has plenty to surprise you!

Did you know that Saint-Paul hides a priory of Benedictine monks, a medieval fresco, a fortified castle, two fortified houses and a prison? Accompanied by your guide, follow in the footsteps of the noble and powerful Blonay family…

A traditional event for decades, the Fête des Quais is a heritage in itself! A weekend placed under the sign of conviviality with a rich program: garage sale, market, animation, vogue...

Meet at nightfall on the shores of Lake Beunaz for a colourful evening with a magnificent fireworks display over the lake. Young and old alike, open your eyes wide!

An easy hike to discover the region, its landscapes, forests, flora and fauna and the traditional life of its inhabitants.

Come and discover the direct production of our Abondance PDO cheese, Tomme, Raclette, marbled cheese and other specialities of the farm!

Do you know the Bords de Dranse trail in winter? Come and discover it this winter on an electric mountain bike accompanied by a guide. Day or night outing from 69€ per person for a 3 hour ride.

Come and discover the techniques of prehistoric rock art and try your hand at reproducing animals, making negative or positive hands as our ancestors did in the caves, using natural dyes.

Explore the remains of prehistoric times during a talk by Laurent Berman, a Chablais history and heritage enthusiast, on the discovery of megaliths, engraved stones and cup stones.

Discover the mountains and Lac d'Arvouin, with fossils, butterflies and Abondance cheese, with the young nature club.

Come and enjoy our summer market. Exhibition and sale of local crafts and products. Something to enjoy and have a good time! Refreshments and food on site, at 7pm a concert awaits you!

“When I was little, in the mornings, I took the goats to the fields under the current station. » Rediscover Thollon, as you have never seen it, according to the memories of a local family.

Roll up your sleeves for the upcoming laundry chore! Guided walk in the village of Champanges to discover its washhouses and the life that once reigned around these places.

Like experts, explore the Abondance monastery's roof structure and discover its secrets!

Thanks to exceptional activities, these days will be an opportunity to discover unknown, unusual or usually inaccessible heritages. Program available at our tourist information offices.

What better than a guided visit, to allow each visitor to better understand the life in a monastery in a mountain environment and appreciate the medieval architecture and artistic wealth.

We love listening to them sing and watching them fly, free as a bird! In the coastal parks, discover the different species of birds that nest in our daily lives.

Come take up the challenge of 12 events in the heart of the panoramic Marin vineyard with humor, anecdotes and tasting. Trials in the vineyard, spread over a route of about 30 minutes on foot. Local reward for the champions of the day!

Petanque competition, refreshments and catering, plus Electro DJ set, all day and night!

The local apple juice, called “maude” was an integral part of the autumn work on the Gavot plateau.

Let's celebrate the Fête Nationale together! Detailed program to come...

In the heart of the Chablais massif, this itinerant hike takes you and your young children to discover enchanting landscapes and the mysteries of the mountains.

Find unusual objects, china, grandfather's tools, forgotten books ...

Discover a hydro-electric power station, and take part in a workshop to build a mill from recycled materials, and learn how electricity is generated by the power of water. A great way to discover the technical heritage of our mountains.

The European Archaeology Days, created by INRAP and the French Ministry of Culture, are an annual opportunity to discover the world's archaeological heritage.

Once upon a time, there was an easy, friendly way to discover the region, its traditions and its legends. Listen carefully and keep your eyes wide open: the region has plenty to surprise you!