Nâves-Parmelan: Hiking Trails and Memorial Site

For a stay in Nâves-Parmelan, trails through the landscape and a historical memorial site are specific points of interest to choose from. If you are looking for a hotel, these interests can shape your trip: a hike to a named destination or a stop focused on remembering individuals. Each interest calls for different planning priorities: for a hike, trail conditions should be taken into account; for the ceremony, the specific date in March is decisive.

Location between terrace, mountain, and Fier

The commune is situated on a glacial moraine terrace at an elevation of 640 m. Its territory extends to the summit of Mont La Cha at 1,281 m and to the banks of the Fier at 480 m. The terrace is 160 vertical meters above the banks of the Fier; from the terrace level to the summit of Mont La Cha is a climb of 641 vertical meters. These elevations place Nâves-Parmelan between the riverbank, terrace, and mountain.

Waterfall and walking trails

The Cascade de Grattepanche is a waterfall in the forest of Nâves-Parmelan, accessible on foot via a marked trail. The Circuit des bassins is also one of the walking and hiking trails starting from Nâves-Parmelan. Conditions may vary on either route; check the conditions before setting out.

The details differ between the options: the Cascade is notable for its waterfall, forest setting, and marked footpath; the Circuit des bassins is described as a walking and hiking trail starting from the village. This allows you to choose between a specific natural attraction and another named trail option.

A hiking report from 2021 describes a hike along the Voie Romaine from Nâves-Parmelan to the former Pont St Clair in Dingy. The place names mark the endpoints of the route described. Trail conditions and signage may change; check both before planning to take this route today.

Historical stop and memorial ceremony

The Mémorial du Capitaine Anjot offers a historical stop in Nâves-Parmelan. A stele in the village honors Captain Maurice Anjot, Lieutenant Lambert Dancet, Sergeant Louis Vitipon, and three Spanish Republicans: Florian Andujar, Manuel Corps, and Antonio Perez. The list thus names three people with military ranks and three Spanish Republicans. The named tribute gives the historical subject a specific connection to the people being honored.

Every year, a ceremony is held on the fourth Saturday in March to commemorate the resistance fighters honored there. The day of the week follows a recurring pattern, but the specific calendar date shifts from year to year. If you plan to travel for this commemoration, check the date for the relevant year in advance. The specific Saturday is therefore important for planning, not just the information “fourth Saturday in March.” The Mémorial is a historical stop; the ceremony gives the visit a fixed occasion in time.

Discover more travel destinations: Saint-Paul-En-Chablais, Les Clefs, La Tour, Montriond, Saxel, Habère-Poche, Les Gets, Veyrier-Du-Lac

For the wider travel overview: Haute-Savoie.