Les Evouettes lies at the foot of the Grammont and partly on the Tové alluvial fan. Below the vineyards stretches a fertile plain used for local agriculture. At the same time, the village has preserved its rural character and distinctly village-like feel.

Vineyards and their history

Coming from Évian, the vineyards of Les Evouettes are the first Valais vineyard on the left bank of the Rhône. Wines from Les Evouettes include Fendant, Pinot noir, Gamaret and Rosé de pinot noir. The wine from Les Evouettes is also well known beyond the immediate area.

It is believed that people living here in Roman times were the first to cultivate the alluvial land that now forms the vineyards of Les Evouettes. This early use remains an assumption, while the vineyards’ location on the left bank of the Rhône is clearly established.

Walks and hikes

The “Sentier des vignes aux Evouettes” is a walking trail through the vineyards and is open to everyone. Several refreshment stands are located along the trail. There are numerous opportunities for walks in the area around Le Bouveret and Les Evouettes. Hiking trails in the area between Le Bouveret and Les Evouettes lead into the mountains and offer views across the lakeshore.

The “Autour de Noville” hiking loop passes through Les Evouettes and offers views of the old Rhône, the Rhône Canal and the Stockalper Canal. The route is rated T1, or easy. The Sentier focuses on vineyards and refreshments, while “Autour de Noville” offers views of waterways and a T1 rating.

A historic stretch of path

Along the route near Les Evouettes, the historic path section VS 18.2 features a dry-stone wall reinforced with cement. It is described as unique because of its height and length. The 2003 field documentation describes the route near Les Evouettes as more direct than the earlier route.

Village life and regional context

Below the school in Les Evouettes is a place where worshippers can celebrate their faith. The Chorale St Michel also uses it for rehearsals. Since 2019, a free Café littéraire with tea or coffee has been held once a month at the Port-Valais library. It is open to everyone and usually has around 10 to 15 people per session.

Les Evouettes is one of the two localities in the municipality of Port-Valais. Port-Valais lies at the southeastern end of Lake Geneva, where the Rhône flows into it; the Stockalper Canal runs between the river and the foot of the Grammont.

Finding your way around

The Parking du Grammont is at the entrance to Les Evouettes when arriving from Vouvry. The Tauredunum car park is opposite the Salle Tauredunum. The Parking de l’Église de Port-Valais is at the exit from Les Evouettes on the cantonal road. These three locations can be distinguished by their different landmarks in the village.

For the broader travel overview: Port-Valais.