Via Alpina Étape 19 : Rossinière - Rochers de Naye

The place

#### Picturesque Crossing from Rossinière to the Rochers de Naye A hike stretching from Rossinière to the imposing site of the Rochers de Naye, crossing a historic bridge from 1650 and climbing to the Col de Chaude to reveal breathtaking panoramas over Lake Geneva and the surrounding mountains. #### Rossinière: A Village of Art and History Starting point: Rossinière, known for its ornately decorated wooden chalets. Architectural gem: Le Grand Chalet, the largest wooden chalet in Switzerland with 113 windows. #### Hiking Route and Natural Landscapes Route: Crossing the Saane towards the Vernex reservoir lake, followed by a winding forest path. Safety: Some sections are reinforced with cables for safe hiking. View: Panoramas over Lake Hongrin and the mountains of Mont d'Or and Gros Van from Linderrey. #### Ascent to the Rochers de Naye Challenge: Descent into the valley after a climb, before scaling the Rochers de Naye. Summit: The Rochers de Naye at 2,042 metres offer a spectacular panorama over Lake Geneva and the Alps. #### Biodiversity at the Summit Attraction: An alpine garden at over 2,000 metres altitude. Diversity: More than 1,000 plant species for botany enthusiasts. #### Final Access by Rack Railway Arrival: Rochers de Naye station, accessible by rack railway, a unique experience completing the ascent.