This woodland walk gets its name (literally "old stone") from one of the largest boulders scattered across the mountainside. These "crumbs" of Mont-Blanc are a reminder that the Salève was once totally covered by glaciers.
On the way, enjoy the superb panoramic view of the Alps and Mont-Blanc, the Arve Valley and Geneva. You'll also see the famous "Old Stone" boulder deposited here from the Mont Blanc range. In Monnetier-Mornex, the 19th-century hotels and guest houses and the old funicular railway station serve as a reminder that the village is a mountain holiday resort very popular with people from the Geneva area.
During the walk, you will cross an area protected by a prefectoral biotope bylaw. Comply with the regulations displayed at its entrance. In particular, do not pick flowers, do not light fires and keep your dog on a lead.
During the walk, you will cross an area protected by a prefectoral biotope bylaw. Comply with the regulations displayed at its entrance. In particular, do not pick flowers, do not light fires and keep your dog on a lead.
- TipsIn Monnetier-Mornex, you'll see Ermitage Castle and a short discovery trail revealing the visitor heritage in the village. In Mornex, there is a plaque commemorating the time spent here by Wagner and Ruskin (famous people who stayed here, in the Pavillon des Glycines). On the Grand Salève, you can take the cable car and see the botany trail. Wherever you go, there are breathtaking views of Geneva and its lake. Small shops in Mornex.
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