Facing the Mont-Blanc massif, the Passy Nature Reserve dominates the Arve valley.
A real gem of nature, it connects the Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval and Aiguilles Rouges Reserves.
Area: 1800 ha
Altitude: 1300 to 2900 m
A real gem of nature, it connects the Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval and Aiguilles Rouges Reserves.
Area: 1800 ha
Altitude: 1300 to 2900 m
The Passy Nature Reserve sums up the mountain history of Haute-Savoie:
– the natural environments: the young cliffs of Fiz dominating the sheep hills of old Pormenaz, the formidable thrust of the Alps opposing their siliceous and limestone nature. From this mineralogical contrast was born the diversity of environments (lawns, moors, wetlands) and alpine species (ibex, eagles, etc.)
– wildlife: chamois, ibex, eagle, marmot, grouse, rock ptarmigan, bearded vulture…
– the flora: 530 species have been listed including the Saint-Bruno lily, the martagon lily and even the acaule campion…
– flies and biodiversity: hoverflies, a type of fly, are excellent indicators for scientists. Clearing operations in Pormenaz make it possible to assess biodiversity.
– the natural environments: the young cliffs of Fiz dominating the sheep hills of old Pormenaz, the formidable thrust of the Alps opposing their siliceous and limestone nature. From this mineralogical contrast was born the diversity of environments (lawns, moors, wetlands) and alpine species (ibex, eagles, etc.)
– wildlife: chamois, ibex, eagle, marmot, grouse, rock ptarmigan, bearded vulture…
– the flora: 530 species have been listed including the Saint-Bruno lily, the martagon lily and even the acaule campion…
– flies and biodiversity: hoverflies, a type of fly, are excellent indicators for scientists. Clearing operations in Pormenaz make it possible to assess biodiversity.
Rankings & Labels
- Nature reserve of France
Location details
- In the mountains
- Presence of herds and guard dogs
- GR route within 1 km
Visit
Language(s) of the visit
English French
Audio guide language(s)
English French
Individual visit services
- Unguided individual tours permanently
- Guided individual tours on request
Group visit services
- Unguided group tours permanently
- Guided group tours on request
Opening
| Opening hours from January 01 to December 31, 2024 | |
|---|---|
| Monday | Open |
| Tuesday | Open |
| Wednesday | Open |
| Thursday | Open |
| Friday | Open |
| Saturday | Open |
| Sunday | Open |
Prices
Further information) :
Free
Linked offers
On the spot…
Difficult level
