Hiking Trail: Loëx Plateau

A family-friendly loop hike through a beautiful, unspoiled natural area, with the Jacquicourt Chapel—a building steeped in local history—as the highlight.

During this easy hike, take your time exploring the summit plateau of Mount Loëx.

Easily accessible from Taninges, the Loëx Plateau (pronounced “Loi”) is a sensitive natural area designated as a Natura 2000 site. Boasting a rich diversity of natural habitats, it serves as a prime habitat for remarkable flora and fauna.

As you follow the trail, you’ll pass through landscapes with varied atmospheres, ranging from coniferous forests to wetlands and pastures.

At the Chalet de Veruy, a beautiful panorama opens up onto the Col de Joux Plane, the Pointe de Chamossière, and La Bourgeoise.

Take the time to admire the entire plateau from the Chapelle de Jacquicourt. Built in 1679, it marks the border between Taninges, Verchaix, and Les Gets. Destroyed that same year due to disputes over the boundaries of the alpine pastures, it was rebuilt exactly as it was between 1986 and 1989, thus putting an end to six centuries of conflict.

Departmental signage on a beige metal sign with green lettering.

IGN Map 3430 ET (Samoëns / Haut Giffre)

1/ Starting at the "Les Rossignols (Parking)" signpost, head toward "Chapelle de Jacquicourt (Direct)." Continue following the signs for Chapelle de Jacquicourt; you’ll pass through “Le Coutard” and “Pierre à Feu.”
2/ When you reach the signpost marked “Chapelle de Jacquicourt,” continue toward “Les Rossignols (Parking via Veruy).” Continue to follow the signs for “Les Rossignols (Parking),” passing through “Veruy,” “Pré du four,” “Les Têtes,” and “la Plateforme,” to return to your starting point.