The Cascade du Berard is a stunning waterfall situated at the start of the Berard valley, near the village of Vallorcine. This is arguably the nicest waterfall in the direct vicinity of the Chamonix Valley. There is metal walkway mounted on the steep rocks on the side of the waterfall enabling you to get really up close to the massive water flow and it also provides great views into the valley below. There is a via ferrata trail that crosses the ravine in front of the waterfall multiple times. It looks pretty spectacular but not for the faint of heart.
The waterfall is easily accessible by a relatively easy hike from the nearby village of Le Buet which can be reached from Chamonix by train or by car. There is a super nice snack bar at the top of the waterfall serving snacks and drinks.
Linked Trails & Points of Interest
These are the trails and points of interests linked to this waterfall.
9
Our Rating
Exceptional
Point to Point Trail:
An amazing route that takes you deep into the nature reserve of Passy and the Vallon de Berard. There are no towns or paved roads in these valleys so its a pure natural experience.
Length
25.66km
When to Go
End Jun - Start Oct
Hiking Time
7.0 - 11.0 Hours
Elevation +
+1489m / -2067m
Kids
15+ Years old
Running Time
4.0 - 6.0 Hours
Technical Difficulty
Moderate (3/5)
Dogs
No Dogs
Nearest Town
Chamonix
9
Our Rating
Exceptional
Loop Trail:
A small but beautiful little loop walk near Le Buet featuring the Berard waterfall and snack bar, the Farinet cave and trails lined with wooden sculptures
Length
3.33km
When to Go
End Apr - Mid Oct
Hiking Time
50 - 80 Mins
Elevation +
+116m / -116m
Kids
4+ Years old
Running Time
25 - 40 Mins
Technical Difficulty
Easy (2/5)
Dogs
Dogs Allowed
Nearest Town
Chamonix
10
Our Rating
The Best
Loop Trail:
A challenging route that takes you to the summit of Mont Buet at 3096m passing by the Refuge de Loriaz, the Col de la Terrasse and the Cheval Blanc
Length
23.31km
When to Go
Mid Jul - End Sep
Hiking Time
8.0 - 13.7 Hours
Elevation +
+2048m / -2048m
Kids
15+ Years old
Running Time
5.0 - 8.0 Hours
Technical Difficulty
Very Difficult (5/5)
Dogs
No Dogs
Nearest Town
Chamonix
10
Our Rating
The Best
Loop Trail:
A long and challenging route taking you through the gorgeous Tre-les-Eaux valley to the Cheval Blanc and summit of Mont Buet before looping back via the Refuge Berard.
Length
22.3km
When to Go
Mid Jul - End Sep
Hiking Time
8.0 - 13.0 Hours
Elevation +
+2103m / -2103m
Kids
15+ Years old
Running Time
5.0 - 8.0 Hours
Technical Difficulty
Very Difficult (5/5)
Dogs
No Dogs
Nearest Town
Chamonix
Location & Map
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Longitude:
6.9119
Latitude:
46.0201