Hiking Trail: a walk along the water

From the Vieux Pont de St Martin (old bridge) to the Ilettes lakes, along the River Arve to the Arpenaz waterfall, enjoy a pleasant stroll along the water, accessible to all. Discover the hamlet of Luzier and its chapel on the way back.

Attention 2023/24: work for the future footbridge accessing Lac des Ilettes = the path is closed on the St Martin 2nd lake section, possibility of following the footbus to reach the parking lot of the fishing lake and then follow the surroundings of the swimming lake to join the trail. Go hiking safely! Walking time is approximate and does not take into account break times. The topo/step-by-step description guides you generally but does not replace a 1/25,000 hiking map or other topoguides available in our tourist office! In Sallanches, our Office of Guides & Leaders also offers a wide choice of outings accompanied by mountain professionals providing you with complete expertise on the environment and alpine nature, inquire at the tourist office to register. Whatever your hike, check the weather before you go. Remember to take cereal bars, sufficient water, sunglasses, sunscreen, a cap or hat, a small first aid kit, as well as clothing suitable for your outing in your backpack. depending on the season and the forecast weather.