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Hiking in Mont Buet: trails, map and practical info

Haute-Savoie • Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

5.0 Appreciated by 12 hikers

Mont Buet (Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes) : hard hike, 18.9 km, 1,870 m of elevation gain, summit at 3,096 m, about 7h45. No dogs.

François Dumaine
By François Dumaine • Contributor since 2015 • Updated 15/09/2026
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Difficulty
Hard
Distance
18.9 km
Elevation
1,870 m
Duration
7h45
Max altitude
3,096 m
Recommended for :
Intermediate hikers

Ready to explore Mont Buet? Here's everything you need to know before you go!

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Trails Distance Elevation Duration Difficulty GPX
15.52 km 3h30 GPX
18.9 km 1870 m 7h Expert
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GPX track: © OpenStreetMap contributors — ODbL 1.0

Trail description

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Everything you need to know before you go

Where?

Address
Not available
GPS coordinates
46.024804, 6.8523
Phone
Not available

Starting Point

Take off near the Chalet-hotel du Buet and the Gare du Buet, on the road from Chamonix to the Col de la Forclaz.

On the first part of the climb, follow the signs to the Refuge de la Pierre à Bérard.

(D/A) Head west toward the Chalets de la Poya.

When?

Opening hours
From sunrise to sunset
Varies by season
Best season
Fall
Spectacular colors
Best time
Early morning
Less crowded
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How much?

Entry fees
Adult
Not available
Child
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What to bring?
Gear
Download the PDF checklist
Water & food
2L minimum
No water point on the trail
Bring energy snacks for a 4h+ hike
Good to know
Park rules
No dogs
Safety
Download the GPX before you go
Limited cellular coverage on the trail
Slippery after rain
Be careful on rocky sections
In an emergency
Emergency
911
Parking GPS
46.024804, 6.8523
Center
Not available

Hikers' opinions

5.0
4 Reviews
R4
Review 4
Mar 20, 2024
Lovely summit but climb with care depending on the route you take. The 1870m elevation gain and exposed sections near the top require proper preparation and weather awareness. Starting from Le Buet station area, respect the mountain's challenges and your limits. Enjoy the rewarding summit experience!
R3
Review 3
Mar 12, 2024
Liked the view (it was amazing) but really long hike. The 18.9km distance with nearly 1900m of elevation gain definitely tests your endurance, especially as a day hike. Plan for a full day adventure on this demanding route. Kinda worth it tho - Mont Buet delivers spectacular alpine vistas.
R2
Review 2
Feb 8, 2024
What an amazing hike. I'm an absolute beginner at hiking but sport regularly at home. The hike starts at Le Buet where there is free parking and a train station at 1323m. From there the hike to refuge de la Pierre à Berard to 1924m is beautiful and rather quick (2 hours). Note that there is fresh water available at this point. And you get a nice coffee, beer or charcuterie. We couldn't stay here as there was no more space. From the refuge the difficulty increases massively. And near the top the ground is bare and resembles Mordor a bit. Especially the final 300m is very steep and challenging. We walked all the way up and down in a single day. This took me and the ladies about 10 hours but we took more than enough breaks. Absolute killer, but boy what a view.
R1
Review 1
Jan 15, 2024
Amazing mountain. Great climb, you need a good condition for this challenging 18.9km route with 1870m of elevation gain. The physical demands are significant, but the amazing views from Mont Buet's summit make every step worthwhile. This peak truly rewards those who come prepared and fit.

FAQ - Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know
Mont Buet is rated hard.
The elevation gain of Mont Buet is 1,870 m.
The summit of Mont Buet is at 3,096 m.
Allow about 7h45 for Mont Buet (18.9 km).
No, dogs are not allowed on the trails of Mont Buet.
Mont Buet is not recommended for young children.
No, Mont Buet has no visitor centre on site.
The Mont Buet trail is rated as Easy difficulty. However, with 18.9 km distance and 1870 m of elevation gain, it still requires good physical preparation and hiking experience.
The Mont Buet trail covers 18.9 km with an elevation gain of 1870 m. This makes it a substantial day hike despite its Easy difficulty rating.
No, dogs are not allowed on the Mont Buet hiking trail. Plan accordingly if you typically hike with your pet.
No, parking is not free at the Mont Buet trailhead near Chalet-hotel du Buet and Gare du Buet. Budget for parking fees when planning your visit.
Yes, access to the Mont Buet trail is not free. Check current fees and payment methods before your visit.
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