Morat: hamlet and trailhead in Le Petit-Bornand (Glières-Val-de-Borne)

Morat is a hamlet of Le Petit-Bornand-les-Glières, on the west side of the valley, above Les Lignières. The name is spelt Morat, like the road that climbs to it from the village. The houses are spread along the Route de Morat: the car park shown on the hiking signposts is at about 790 m, and the "Morat" signpost, higher up, at 860 m. Lower down on the same road you pass the localities of Au Chêne and Trembay.

The balcony of the hamlet trail

Morat is the high point of the hamlet trail, the easy loop that passes by the campsite. From the village centre you get there in a little over an hour via Les Lignières; the signposts on the ground and the tourist office guide give very similar times. It is the perfect place for a break before heading down to Beffay and the Borne river.

Starting point for the Roche Parnal

Morat is also where the climb to the Roche Parnal starts, a 1,896 m summit overlooking the valley. The route goes past the Tinnaz chalets and over the Col du Freu: Visorando and Camptocamp agree on an ascent of about 1,050 m and on a path that is well waymarked from the start, following the signs for the Col du Freu. It is a long hike for fit walkers.

Above: Lavouillon

Higher up in the forest, the locality of Lavouillon is reached by a steep path, faint in places and reported as dangerous. We don't recommend it for families. The plank shelter at Lavouillon has no water and no bedding.

Producers

The local producer Apiyaute has been based on the Route de Morat since 2023. Sales arrangements are not confirmed: check before you call in.

From the campsite

Morat is less than 2 km by road from the campsite. On foot, follow the hamlet trail towards Les Lignières. If you drive, park without blocking residents' and farm entrances.