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Alpine village in summer in the Abondance valley, Savoyard chalets and Chablais mountain peaks in Haute-Savoie
Destination

26 August 2026

3 Days in Abondance: the perfect weekend itinerary in the valley

Abbey, AOP cheese, hiking and the Portes du Soleil: discover our ideal 3-day weekend itinerary in Abondance, Haute-Savoie.

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Abondance valley in Haute-Savoie, ideal base for exploring the Portes du Soleil
Terroir & Gastronomie

25 July 2026

Portes du Soleil in Summer: Mountain Biking, Hiking and Lifts in the Heart of the Chablais

Discover the Portes du Soleil in summer: Europe's largest mountain bike domain, pedestrian lifts and hiking from the Abondance valley in Haute-Savoie.

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Berthoud with Abondance AOP cheese, a traditional Savoyard dish served at the table
Local Produce & Gastronomy

25 June 2026

Secrets of Abondance AOP Cheese: the story, the craft and the flavours of a Savoyard treasure

Discover the secrets of Abondance AOP cheese: its medieval origins, raw milk production, cave ageing and the Berthoud, the emblematic dish of the Chablais.

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Family hiking in the mountains, a mother and her children on an alpine trail
Activities

1 May 2026

5 Family Hikes Around Abondance

Mountain lakes, Chablais summits, alpine chapels... Discover 5 family hikes around Abondance to explore Haute-Savoie with your children.

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Snow-covered mountains of the Portes du Soleil ski area in winter
Activities

1 March 2026

Winter season 2025-2026: the Portes du Soleil in great shape

The snow is here this year! Here is everything you need to know to make the most of the Portes du Soleil ski area from Abondance.

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Panoramic view of the Chablais mountains around the village of Abondance
Local life

1 March 2025

Welcome to Abondance: the village that restores you

Nestled in the heart of the Abondance valley, our village invites you to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with what truly matters. Discover why so many travellers return here year after year.

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