Yves Pollet-Villard via ferrata

Route du Col des Aravis

74220 La Clusaz
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The pitch

This activity is a cross between hiking and mountaineering. 700 m long, the via ferrata "Yves Pollet-Villard" is equipped with ladders, footbridges, ramps and cables. Situated in the Borderan Mountain, the via ferrata is near the Aravis Pass road.

Details

The 700-meter “Yves Pollet-Villard” via ferrata is carved directly into the slopes of the Borderan cliff and offers a spectacular route, perched between 1,500 and 1,800 meters above sea level. The rock faces are equipped with rungs, footbridges, handrails, and cables, making them more accessible. Located in the Combe de Borderan, the via ferrata overlooks the Col des Aravis road.

Pursuant to Municipal Ordinance No. 07/079, dated May 3, 2007, the via ferrata route is closed from November 15 to May 5 and, outside this period, if the inspection has not been carried out and if excessive snowfall makes the return trip dangerous.

Accessibility: Open from May 14, 2026

We recommend contacting the Tourist Office to confirm the route’s accessibility.

EQUIPMENT RENTAL:
In La Clusaz, three sports shops rent via ferrata kits:
- Intersport Crêt du Merle: tel 0033 450 02 52 80
- Intersport Aravis Gliss: tel 0033 450 02 45 36
- Alpine Ride: tel 0033 450 10 96 68

Opening

Monday	Open
Tuesday	Open
Wednesday	Open
Thursday	Open
Friday	Open
Saturday	Open
Sunday	Open

2026 Season: Via Ferrata open starting May 14, 2026

(Opening dates are provided for informational purposes only. We recommend contacting the Tourist Office to confirm the route’s accessibility.

Access to the via ferrata is prohibited by municipal ordinance from November 15 to May 5. Outside of this period, it is strongly discouraged if there is too much snow and/or if the safety inspection has not been carried out.)