Journées du Patrimoine de Pays - Balade Branchée in Abondance

The Abbey and the Abondance Cheese House invite you to discover the secrets of the woods through a fun treasure hunt. Armed with a map, a notebook and an activity pack, solve the final puzzle by deciphering the hidden clues. Are you up for the challenge?

Description

Join us on 27 June 2026 for a sensory adventure in the heart of nature!

In Abondance, we offer a unique experience to help you rediscover the forest. The Balade Branchée isn’t a digital trail; it’s an invitation to engage all five of your senses.
The concept? Before setting off, collect your themed rucksack. A true explorer’s toolkit, it contains everything you need to interact with the wooded environment around you, tackle challenges and solve the final puzzle.
Why will you love it?
● The fun factor: The included materials transform the walk into a real quest for discovery.
● The theme of wood: A precious resource of our mountains, wood reveals itself in all its forms.
● A return to nature: An activity where you take the time to observe.
A walk that does you good, for curious little ones and nature lovers of all ages alike (for families, ages 6 and up, duration: 2½ hours).

Additional information

Bring closed-toe shoes and appropriate outdoor clothing. Smartphone recommended.

Animals

Pets allowed : Yes

Prices

Free of charge. Reservations required at Abbaye d'Abondance: +33 4 50 81 60 54 or contact@abbayeabondance.fr or Maison du Fromage Abondance: +33 4 50 73 06 34 or contact@maisondufromageabondance.fr.

The price does not include

The visit to Abondance Abbey.

Opening period

Saturday 27 June 2026 from 9.30 am and from 2 pm.

Additional information

Reservations required at Abbaye d'Abondance: +33 4 50 81 60 54 or contact@abbayeabondance.fr or Maison du Fromage Abondance: +33 4 50 73 06 34 or contact@maisondufromageabondance.fr

Languages spoken

• French

Adaptive tourism

• Mental disability
• Not accessible in a wheelchair
• Reserved space 330 cm wide < 100 m from the site
• Reception staff sensitized to the reception of people with disabilities
• Easy French documentation

Home for the mentally handicapped, S3A label awarded by the UDAPEI 74 association. Easy-to-read and understand welcome booklet. Symbol of welcome, support and accessibility.

Environments

• In the country
• Village centre

Documents

• Journées du Patrimoine de Pays - Balade Branchée in Abondance (pdf)
• Journées du Patrimoine de Pays - Balade Branchée in Abondance (pdf)

Location

From the shores of Lake Geneva, access via the Gavot plateau, heading towards the Abondance valley (approx. 40 mins).

The entrance to the site is located at Place de l’Abbatiale, accessible from the village centre via the Passage des Chanoines.

Separate access to the church (no visits during services).