Cascade de l'Arpenaz, Natural geoheritage waterfall in Sallanches, France
The Cascade de l'Arpenaz drops 365 meters in multiple sections, with the main fall measuring 270 meters and 15 meters in width at 893 meters elevation.
The mountain path to access the gorge of the waterfall was constructed in 1911, establishing the first formal route to observe this natural formation.
The name Arpenaz derives from Celtic language elements, combining words that reference flowing water and rocky formations in the mountainous landscape.
Informative panels near the waterfall explain the geological formations and ecological systems while marked trails lead visitors to multiple viewing points.
The waterfall flows through distinct geological layers of Jurassic limestone alternating with marl intervals, creating a specific pattern in the rock face.
Location: Sallanches
Elevation above the sea: 893 m
Height: 270 m
Width: 15 m
Address: Cascade de l'Arpenaz, 74700 Sallanches, France 74700
GPS coordinates: 45.97639,6.64222
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:51
The Haute-Savoie region presents waterfalls of varying sizes. The Cascade d'Arpenaz drops 860 meters, while Cascade du Dard remains hidden in the forest. The Cascades d'Angon and Cascade de la Diosaz cut through mountain gorges. The Cirque du Fer-à-Cheval features multiple waterfalls within a valley basin.
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