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The Croix de Colomban circular walk starting from the Pré à l'Ours car park
Visorando Member 
5.51 mi
+1,660 ft
-1,640 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Manigod (Haute-Savoie)
From the Pré à l’Ours car park, you reach the Chalet du Petit Novard, before coming out at the Croix de Colomban. A stop is a must to admire the view. In no time at all you’ll reach the Chalet de Colomban, situated on the plateau, which offers unobstructed views of the surrounding mountains. You’ll then have a short climb to reach the highest point, taking the Frêtes ridge path. Return via the Maisons du Bois Nord, skirting the Plateau des Follières.
Pointe d'Orcière
Visorando Member 
6.83 mi
+1,804 ft
-1,808 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Manigod (Haute-Savoie)
This grassy peak does not present any technical difficulties. From the summit, there is a beautiful view of the Aravis and the Bouchet valley. This is an ideal hike for a family outing and is easily accessible in winter with snowshoes.
Summit of Montagne de Sulens via Plan des Mouilles and Col de la Botte
Visorando Member 8.95 mi
+3,583 ft
-3,563 ft
7h 15
Difficult
Departure from Manigod (Haute-Savoie)
A magnificent hike to the summit of the Montagne de Sulens. The scenery is varied, passing through mountain pastures and woodland. Exceptional views of Mont Charvin, then on the other side of the Tournette des Aravis massif. Please note: the ascent of Montagne de Sulens via the Col de la Botte and the descent via the Chemin du Facteur mean this route is only suitable for experienced hikers.
Tour of Sulens Mountain
Visorando Member 
7.25 mi
+1,686 ft
-1,686 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Les Clefs (Haute-Savoie)
An easy hike on a wide track offering beautiful views of the Manigod valley and then the Bouchet valley. It allows you to walk around the Montagne de Sulens without much difficulty and offers breathtaking landscapes in autumn when the trees are ablaze with colour.
Sulens Mountain via the Sentier du Facteur
Visorando Member 
5.28 mi
+2,028 ft
-2,014 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Les Clefs (Haute-Savoie)
This is an unusual route to the summit of Sulens, which takes you up the steep grassy face of the east slope.
This trail is not "yet" marked on IGN maps... but is clearly visible on IGN Satellite.
A good reason to use it before it becomes too well-travelled...
At the summit: panoramic view of the Aravis mountain range, the Mont Blanc massif...
Sulens Mountain
Visorando Member 
4.40 mi
+1,860 ft
-1,860 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Les Clefs (Haute-Savoie)
This is a snowshoe hike that climbs almost continuously on the way up. The route is also popular with ski tourers.
Panoramic view of the Mont Blanc range.
There are no specific markings for snowshoeing.
La Montagne du Sulens
Association / Club / Walk leader 
7.88 mi
+2,293 ft
-2,293 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Les Clefs (Haute-Savoie)
Un itinéraire assez facile, mais qui offre une jolie vue arrivé au sommet, avec une table d'orientation.
Pointe d'Orsière loop via the Passage du Freu from Gutary
Visorando Member 
8.34 mi
+2,930 ft
-2,930 ft
6h 25
Difficult
Departure from Manigod (Haute-Savoie)
From the hamlet of La Gutary in Manigod, I suggest a beautiful loop trail on one of the foothills of the Aravis massif. The route starts with a climb up the Fier valley with a few steep sections, then joins the Passage du Freu, which requires a little care. It then continues through alpine pastures, passing the Pointe d'Orsière.
Summit of Orsiere from la Gutary
Visorando Member 
6.20 mi
+2,785 ft
-2,785 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Manigod (Haute-Savoie)
This circular walk will take you through the steep-sided wooded valley beneath the Aiguille de Manigod. It then brings you up into pastures before making the steep ascent to Sur le Freu and the more gentle ascent to the top of Orsiere via la Riondaz. The descent takes you back through pastures before heading back down through the forest to the start. Great views towards Manigod and the mountains behind Annecy, Mont Charvin.
Pointe d'Orsière circular loop from Gutary
Visorando Member 
6.45 mi
+2,717 ft
-2,740 ft
5h 20
Difficult
Departure from Manigod (Haute-Savoie)
This hike provides access to a panoramic summit without too much difficulty. The trail winds its way through forest and pastures that are full of flowers in spring. At the summit, there is a 360° view of La Tournette, Sulens, Bargy, Aravis (l'Étale), etc. A beautiful, well-marked hike, suitable for families, even if the start is a little steep.
Pointe de Beauregard and Croix de Colomban
Visorando Member 
6.92 mi
+1,365 ft
-1,358 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Manigod (Haute-Savoie)
This hike offers several different views of the mountains. The climb is gradual and takes you through alpine pastures. The descent is mainly through forest. There are some beautiful views, particularly of the Aravis mountain range, Mont Blanc and La Tournette.
Circular route from Col de Merdassier to Comburce
Visorando Member 4.73 mi
+1,736 ft
-1,752 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Manigod (Haute-Savoie)
A very lovely hike! The descent offers breathtaking views over the Charvin valley and Pointe Orsière, whilst the ascent is largely through woodland. The route follows part of the KV and 20 km trails.
L'Étale
Visorando Member 
4.82 mi
+4,455 ft
-4,455 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Manigod (Haute-Savoie)
L'Étale (altitude 2,483 m) is a complex mountain in the Bornes-Aravis massif, renowned for its aerial ridge route. The normal route (with a few variations) allows you to climb up a relatively austere combe on the western slope, but the final stretch is well worth the effort for the purity of the ridge and the expansive view.
A circular route through the Bois du Mont starting from Thônes
Visorando Member 
4.33 mi
+1,339 ft
-1,332 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Thônes (Haute-Savoie)
A visit to the ‘King of the Mountain’ – a grove of spruce trees – and enjoy the view of Thônes from the highest point.
From Thônes - 3-pass circuit - Marais - l'Épine - Bluffy
Visorando Member 36.28 mi
+2,726 ft
-2,740 ft
4 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Thônes (Haute-Savoie)
This circuit passes through the Col du Marais, the Col de l'Épine and, after a beautiful descent, crosses Marlens. At the roundabout, a cycle path joins and runs alongside Lake Annecy, then climbs up the Côte de Talloires to reach Menthon-Saint-Bernard. All that remains is to climb the Col de Bluffy to reach the Thônes side.
Route via Ugine, Hery, Flumet and the Col des Aravis from Thônes
Visorando Member 47.71 mi
+5,640 ft
-5,623 ft
5 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Thônes (Haute-Savoie)
This route passes through the Col du Marais, joins the cycle path that takes you to Ugine, where the climb to Hery and Flumet begins. Then, the Route des Gorges de l'Arrondine leads to La Giettaz, the start of the tough climb up the Col des Aravis. All that remains then is the descent, which passes successively through La Clusaz and Saint-Jean-de-Sixt before reaching Thônes.
Thônes - circuit around Les Glières via the Col de Fleury
Visorando Member 44.88 mi
+4,108 ft
-4,117 ft
4 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Thônes (Haute-Savoie)
This cycle route climbs towards the Col de Saint-Jean-de-Sixt, then descends through the entire Vallée du Borne. Towards La Roche-sur-Foron, it then follows small roads before reaching the Col de Fleury. It descends to the village of Thorens-Glières, continues towards Aviernoz, and reaches the village of Naves-Parmelan. The route then turns towards Dingy Saint-Clair, La Balme de Thuy, and reaches the centre of Thônes via a cycle path.
The Roman bridge and the forest of Mont
Visorando Member 6.10 mi
+1,427 ft
-1,411 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Thônes (Haute-Savoie)
This hike will take you from the village of Thônes to the village of Les Clefs, following the Fier river and crossing the Roman bridge. The next stop is the Mont forest with its fallen king and new king. You can learn about the history of this king (the tree tadpoles of Thônes) by visiting the website. On your return to Thônes, you can stroll around this village located at the gateway to the Aravis.
The Keys to the Tournette Tour
Visorando Member 
8.32 mi
+4,633 ft
-4,633 ft
7h 50
Very difficult
Departure from Les Clefs (Haute-Savoie)
I suggest a good hike, partly circular, starting from Les Clefs and heading to La Tournette through areas that are not too busy.There are no major technical difficulties along the route: at most, there are a few slippery sections in places and access to the summit of La Tournette via a few ladders and cables
The tour of Lac du Mont Charvin
Association / Club / Walk leader 
6.72 mi
+2,995 ft
-2,995 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Manigod (Haute-Savoie)
This hike will introduce you to the flora and fauna of the Alps. Depending on the time of year, you can meet the inhabitants of these mountains and taste their delicious cheeses.
Mont Lachat and Croix de l'Enclume loop from Mont Jean
Visorando Member 
7.28 mi
+3,661 ft
-3,658 ft
6h 30
Extremely difficult
Departure from Thônes (Haute-Savoie)
I suggest a lovely walk in the south-western part of Mont Lachat, taking in a variety of landscapes and some interesting viewpoints in uncrowded areas. Please note that this is a challenging walk with difficult sections off the beaten track and exposed terrain where a misstep could be dangerous (see the practical information section).
Pont des Sarrasins and Barmafi Cave via Les Fours
Visorando Member 
5.10 mi
+2,336 ft
-2,329 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Thônes (Haute-Savoie)
The Pont des Sarrasins is a natural arch that is worth a detour, and the Barmafi Cave is a curiosity worth seeing with its two natural windows.
Croix de Colomban par la Pointe de Beauregard
Visorando Member 
10.56 mi
+2,717 ft
-2,713 ft
7h 15
Difficult
Departure from La Clusaz (Haute-Savoie)
Atteindre le Plateau de Beauregard par un itinéraire plus sauvage et moins fréquenté offrant des vues sur la Chaîne des Aravis et le Mont Lachat. De la Pointe de Beauregard à la Croix de Colomban, profitez de points de vue panoramiques.
Tête du Danay
Visorando Member 
5.92 mi
+2,579 ft
-2,552 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from La Clusaz (Haute-Savoie)
This hike is interesting in both summer and winter. On snowshoes after a good snowfall, on a beautiful sunny day, the forest passages offer opportunities for beautiful photos.
From La Clusaz to Lac des Confins and back via Bossonnet
Visorando Member 6.63 mi
+1,778 ft
-1,824 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from La Clusaz (Haute-Savoie)
A beautiful circular route around La Clusaz that allows you to discover the nearby mountain pastures. The first part takes place in the forest: ideal in summer because it is shaded, and in autumn because it is exposed to the sun's rays. At the edge of the forest, the view of the valley is breathtaking, with beautiful panoramas of Les Aravis and the village of La Clusaz.
The Belvédère du Christ Roi from the Chapelle du Parc
Visorando Member 
3.92 mi
+1,414 ft
-1,411 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from La Clusaz (Haute-Savoie)
A pleasant hike, with the Christ Roi viewpoint offering a beautiful panorama of the Aravis and La Clusaz, through the forest to the Mouilles meadow, then back around a rocky outcrop.
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