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Intro

Les Pléiades marks the beginning of the Pre-alps, overlooking Lake Geneva and the towns and villages of the Vaud Riviera. The Tenasses trail, ideal for families, is a chance to discover some of the natural riches of this area, such as the Tenasses Nature Park.

Description

Once you get to top of Les Pléiades after a brief climb, the panoramic views stretch from Lake Geneva in the Rhône Valley to the snow-covered passes of Mont Blanc in fine weather.

Starting from the Motalles car park, the route takes you through the Tenasses Nature Park, known for its educational trail and carnivorous plants. You then follow the marked, interactive “L’Ermite” trail to the Chalet des Pautex. On the way back, notice the wooden sculpture of the Hermit welcoming you at the start of the path. Continue through the woods to the Motalles car park.

With its reflective signs, the trail can also be done “by night”, giving you the chance to enjoy a delicious fondue or mountain rösti at the Chalet-restaurant des Pléiades after an energetic day.

An enjoyable tour includes the careful planning of the same. Please inform yourself in advance at the local information center about the route and weather conditions. Depending on the season and weather conditions, this route may be blocked or interrupted

Technical information

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Start location
Les Pléiades, Motalles
Destination
Les Pléiades, Motalles
Ascent
110 m
Descent
110 m
Distance
3 km
Duration
1 h 15 min
Physical requirements
Easy
Signalization
Signalisation in one direction

Map

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Contact

Montreux-Vevey Tourisme
Rue du Théâtre 5
1820  Montreux

Phone  +41 (0)848 86 84 84
info@montreuxriviera.com
montreuxriviera.com

Quick Facts

Route number

No. 455

Distance

3 km

Duration

1 h 15 min

Ascent

110 m

Travel information: Les Pléiades

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