
Alpine botanical garden at the Col des Montets in the Aiguilles Rouges nature reserve. Free trail, summer access. Mont-Blanc views.
4 leisure spots in Vallorcine · Haute-Savoie
The last French village of the Chamonix valley before Switzerland, Vallorcine cultivates a wild character at the foot of the Aiguilles Rouges. The Montets alpine garden, the Bérard via ferrata, the maison de Barberine and a railway treasure-hunt make up the discovery.

Alpine botanical garden at the Col des Montets in the Aiguilles Rouges nature reserve. Free trail, summer access. Mont-Blanc views.

Fun AD+ via ferrata in the Bérard valley, Vallorcine. 400 m equipped route with Tibetan bridges and refreshment bar. 20-min walk from Le Buet car park.

Vallorcine museum in a 1705 house listed as a Monument Historique. Traditional alpine architecture, open July–August. Adult €5, free under 18.

Free family treasure hunt at Vallorcine (Chamonix valley): 3 km, ~1 h 30, starts at the Buet SNCF station, question booklet from the valley Tourist Offices.