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Arâches-la-Frasse walks
Circular route around Montagne de Chevran
Visorando Member
4.79 mi
+2,054 ft
-2,044 ft
4h 00
Difficult
Departure from Arâches-la-Frasse (Haute-Savoie)
A forest hike around Montagne de Chevran. At the summit, there is a beautiful viewpoint, and on the way back you’ll pass through the stunning Chevran mountain pastures. Please note that the climb is short but steep.
Lakes of Vernant and Airon via the Tête du Pré des Saix
5.34 mi
+1,680 ft
-1,667 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Arâches-la-Frasse (Haute-Savoie)
A beautiful hike near Les Carroz d'Arâches. Between forest and mountain pastures, it first leads to the shores of Lac de Vernant, located between Tête du Pré des Saix, on the Les Carroz d'Arâches and Samoëns side, and Grands Vans on the Flaine side.
The ascent then leads to the Col de Vernant with a distant view of the Cirque du Fer à Cheval, then to the Tête du Pré des Saix itself, which offers a remarkable panorama of Mont Blanc and its massif, as well as the other surrounding massifs.
The descent finally ends at Lac de l'Airon, the last stage before the finish.
The Croix des 7 frères from Agy
Association / Club / Walk leader11.80 mi
+2,697 ft
-2,687 ft
7h 45
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Sigismond (Haute-Savoie) (Haute-Savoie)
A lovely route starting from the Agy plateau, through mountain pastures and forests, with views of the Giffre mountains on one side and the Aravis on the other.
Tour de l'Arbaron
2.99 mi
+807 ft
-810 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Arâches-la-Frasse (Haute-Savoie)
A very pleasant short hike with beautiful scenery and superb views of the Arve Valley and the Aravis mountain range (with a view of Pointe Percée). Suitable for children who can walk a little.
From Romme to Les Chalets de Vormy
8.81 mi
+2,559 ft
-2,536 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Nancy-sur-Cluses (Haute-Savoie)
A very beautiful walk in the hills above Cluses. You climb, then descend, at a steady pace along a good forest track. You don’t really notice the elevation gain.
Tête du Pré des Saix and Chalet de l'Airon from Plateaux des Saix
8.19 mi
+2,438 ft
-2,415 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Samoëns (Haute-Savoie)
A short circular walk from the top station of the Telecabin du Grande Massif Express. A short variant is also described to take in the two lakes. Magnificent views from the Tête du Pré des Saix.
The Pointe de Bornand via the Belvédère d'Aujon
4.53 mi
+1,844 ft
-1,877 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Arâches-la-Frasse (Haute-Savoie)
A lovely walk starting from Flaine, with no particular difficulty, featuring a pleasant route through the sharp limestone pavement and a section along the cliff edge.
Circular of the Grandes Platières
7.76 mi
+2,956 ft
-2,956 ft
6h 10
Difficult
Departure from Magland (Haute-Savoie)
A beautiful circular at the top of Flaine, in a spectacular sharp limestone pavement setting, with one of the most beautiful views of the Mont Blanc range as a bonus.
Flaine Lake
6.24 mi
+1,936 ft
-1,923 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Magland (Haute-Savoie)
A pleasant, easy walk that allows you to explore the Flaine valley.
Pointe du Château
6.92 mi
+2,710 ft
-2,707 ft
6 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Nancy-sur-Cluses (Haute-Savoie)
This is a steady climb through the forest and then across mountain pastures to reach a beautiful ridge in the northern Aravis, offering sweeping views. Several peaks along the ridge can be visited on snowshoes or ski touring.
Col de Platé
13.72 mi
+4,239 ft
-4,239 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Samoëns (Haute-Savoie)
A long hike taking you to the famous Platé Desert, a vast limestone plateau covered in countless sharp limestone pavements. This route forms a circular route through the two beautiful valleys of the Gers and the Foges.
Lac de Gers
7.96 mi
+1,516 ft
-1,535 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Samoëns (Haute-Savoie)
This is a fairly short, easy walk. The mountain pasture and lake are magnificent, but the access path, which is sometimes quite muddy, is mainly in the forest and offers few views.
Between Samoëns and Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval, going up the Giffre torrent
8.85 mi
+1,070 ft
-1,060 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Samoëns (Haute-Savoie)
After climbing up the Giffre torrent, cross the impressive footbridge over the Tines Gorges. Head to the hamlet of Le Mont and its small chapel to return to Samoëns, passing through picturesque villages.
Le Giffre, Gorges des Tines and Sixt Fer a Cheval from Samoens
9.44 mi
+1,480 ft
-1,480 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Samoëns (Haute-Savoie)
Apart from the first hill at the start this is a mainly flat and low level walk from Samoens to Sixt Fer a Cheval and back taking in the Gorges des Tines. It is a pleasant walk with a lot to see and do.
Chalets du Doran via the Sentier du Gypaète trail
5.11 mi
+2,379 ft
-2,369 ft
4h 25
Difficult
Departure from Sallanches (Haute-Savoie)
A wild trail will take you to the vast Doran mountain pasture, offering a beautiful view of the peaks of the Aravis range and its highest point, Pointe Percée.
The Dière footbridge must be used on the route to cross a torrent. Accessible outside the snow season and depending on weather conditions.
Jacquicourt Chapel
6.28 mi
+2,333 ft
-2,333 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Verchaix (Haute-Savoie)
A lovely walk through the woods to the Chapel of Jacquicourt.
For experienced walkers (fairly steep climb).
The Tines Gorges
3.31 mi
+607 ft
-610 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval (Haute-Savoie)
Discover the ancient Tines Gorges, carved out by the Giffre. Now abandoned by this turbulent torrent, these gorges offer a spectacular walk.
Please note: message from a hiker dated 18/09/2022: Part of the walk is closed by prefectural order due to the risk of falling trees. Another message dated 19/07/23 states: The path is destroyed in several places due to tree felling.
Please check before planning this trip
Aouille de Criou from Vallon d'en haut
9.37 mi
+4,843 ft
-4,836 ft
8h 30
Difficult
Departure from Samoëns (Haute-Savoie)
Climb the peak overlooking the village of Samoëns via the Pertuet chalets and descend via Le Bouttiay. 360° view of the surrounding peaks. A relatively easy hike to the Chalets de Criou, or even as far as Barme, with a magnificent view of the village of Samoëns and the rocky ridges of the Criou face. The slope then becomes much steeper up to the summit, making this hike relatively difficult.
Mayères and Tornieux mountain huts
4.61 mi
+1,936 ft
-1,936 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Sallanches (Haute-Savoie)
A very pretty route above Sallanches, ideal for warming up when you arrive in the mountains. A wide, easy track for most of the route. In the Aravis range, facing Mont Blanc.
Loop via the Arête des Saix
6.18 mi
+2,933 ft
-2,920 ft
5h 25
Difficult
Departure from Sallanches (Haute-Savoie)
A loop in a little-known area at one end of the Aravis. Pretty views of Mont Blanc and the Fayet valley. Totally doable in a day, but you can use the refuges to split the route.
La Bourgeoise
3.24 mi
+1,585 ft
-1,585 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Samoëns (Haute-Savoie)
This is a fairly short walk with no real difficulty. There are beautiful views for much of the route and the scenery at the top is superb.
Grand Bargy and Petit Bargy from Saint Bruno
7.86 mi
+4,016 ft
-3,996 ft
7h 05
Very difficult
Departure from Le Reposoir (Haute-Savoie)
I suggest you climb the peaks of Grand Bargy and Petit Bargy in succession in a wild environment with some beautiful panoramic views. Please note that the route includes a few off-trail sections in a chaotic environment with fairly extensive sharp limestone pavement.You will cross a ZSM (Zone of Major Sensitivity) for the protection of the bearded vulture: please read the practical information.
Crossing the Petit Bargy
5.51 mi
+2,822 ft
-2,822 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Le Reposoir (Haute-Savoie)
This is one of the most beautiful hikes in the Arve Valley, offering a wide variety of flora, fauna and geology.
Pic de Marcelly
3.57 mi
+1,755 ft
-1,749 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Taninges (Haute-Savoie)
Pic de Marcelly offers magnificent views over the Giffre valley. The last few metres are relatively strenuous, but the view from the summit will quickly make you forget your fatigue. If you climb early in the morning, it is not uncommon to see numerous chamois.
Some people have found the descent difficult, see reviews
Sales mountain huts - Le Lignon
2.77 mi
+59 ft
-2,349 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval (Haute-Savoie)
Descend into the Gorges de Sales and pass by the foot of magnificent waterfalls.
Pointe de Bellegarde from Samoëns
11.58 mi
+5,358 ft
-5,331 ft
10h 00
Very difficult
Departure from Samoëns (Haute-Savoie)
A long and demanding hike to climb a summit that offers a superb panorama. The first part of the ascent takes place mainly in the forest. The terrain opens up after the Refuge de Folly. The route from Lac des Chambres is very pleasant, in a beautiful high mountain setting.
It is of course possible to stop at Lac des Chambres, which is in itself a lovely destination for a hike (see practical information).
Pointe de Nyon from Joux Plane
4.98 mi
+2,146 ft
-2,152 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Verchaix (Haute-Savoie)
Starting from the Col de Joux Plane, this hike crosses the ski slopes descending from the Pointe d'Angolon (Domaine des Gets). The climb to the Pointe de Nyon offers beautiful views of the Les Gets resort and Morzine. At the summit, there is a superb view of the Haut Giffre peaks (orientation table).
Col des Annes to the Refuge Gramusset and back via Col de Borne Ronde
5.53 mi
+2,028 ft
-2,028 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Le Grand-Bornand (Haute-Savoie)
A circular walk to the Gramusset Refuge through great limestone scenery.
Pointe des Carmélites
5.76 mi
+2,648 ft
-2,648 ft
4h 55
Very difficult
Departure from Le Grand-Bornand (Haute-Savoie)
If you enjoy the karstic atmosphere of sharp limestone pavement, don't hesitate to undertake this fairly short hike, which offers beautiful scenery throughout. The first half follows paths, but the second half is off-trail. Choose your route carefully and don't be afraid of rocks. As a result, it takes longer than the elevation gain would suggest (3 hours of climbing).
This route is strongly discouraged in poor visibility, especially for the off-trail section.
Col des Annes - Gouille des Fours via the Col des Verts
5.47 mi
+3,383 ft
-2,349 ft
5h 30
Difficult
Departure from Le Grand-Bornand (Haute-Savoie)
Depart from the Col des Annes, pass by the Refuge de la Pointe Percée, then by the Col des Verts. Camp at the Gouille des Fours, where ibex have made their home, with a magnificent view of Mont Blanc.
Tour of Mont Charvet with bivouac at Gouille des Fours
13.92 mi
+6,493 ft
-6,463 ft
2 days
Difficult
Departure from Le Grand-Bornand (Haute-Savoie)
Two-day tour in the Aravis mountain range. Departure from the Col des Annes, passing by the Refuge de la Pointe Percée, then the Col des Verts. Bivouac at the Gouille des Fours, where ibex have made their home, with a magnificent view of Mont Blanc. Second day towards Lac de Tardevant via the Grande Forclaz and Ambrevetta, returning via alpine pastures to the Pointe des Annes.
Pointe Percée via the Cheminées de Sallanches
5.67 mi
+3,563 ft
-3,563 ft
7 hrs
Extremely difficult
Departure from Le Grand-Bornand (Haute-Savoie)
The highest point in the Aravis range, Pointe Percée is a very popular summit. The route via the Cheminées de Sallanches proposed here is more technical and less frequented than others. The route and the view are magnificent!
Gramusset refuge
4.03 mi
+1,640 ft
-1,640 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Le Grand-Bornand (Haute-Savoie)
An easy ridge leads to the Refuge Gramusset, offering magnificent views of the valleys on the Grand Bornand and Reposoir sides, as well as the Aravis mountain range and Pointe Percée with its sharp limestone pavement.
Randonnée sur la crête de la Pointe de Chamossière, Lac de Joux Plan, Les Gets
3.60 mi
+1,352 ft
-1,325 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Verchaix (Haute-Savoie)
Un circuit qui comprend une superbe randonnée sur une crête avec vue sur la vallée glaciaire de Samoëns et Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval, tout en étant dominé par le Mont Blanc.
The lakes of Nyon Guérin and Joux Plane via the Pointe d'Angolon
3.85 mi
+1,765 ft
-1,768 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Verchaix (Haute-Savoie)
A short circular hike, allowing you to admire the 360° panorama from Pointe d'Angolon and then enjoy the calm and beauty of the lakes of Nyon Guérin and Joux Plane.
Please note that the ridge walk may not be suitable for those who are prone to vertigo.
Pointe Percée via the usual route
5.74 mi
+3,602 ft
-3,579 ft
5 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Le Grand-Bornand (Haute-Savoie)
Hike to the summit of the Aravis range. This popular summit, situated on the GRP® Massif de Tournette-Aravis, offers a magnificent 360° panorama of all the surrounding mountain ranges and peaks.
Although it does not require mountaineering equipment, the hike is rated TD as it requires a good sense of direction and features generally steep slopes, exposed sections, scree crossings and numerous sections where you need to use your hands.
The Pointe d'Angolon
5.99 mi
+2,188 ft
-2,185 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Verchaix (Haute-Savoie)
A beautiful circular route, starting right next to the Col de Joux Plane. The Pointe d’Angolon and the ridge walk leading to it offer exceptional panoramic views.
On the ridges of Joux Plane to La Bourgeoise
2.59 mi
+699 ft
-673 ft
1h 50
Moderate
Departure from Verchaix (Haute-Savoie)
This hike includes some vertiginous passages on the ridges between Col de Joux Plane and La Bourgeoise, overlooking Samoëns and the Giffre valley.
Circular at Pointe Chombas
7.80 mi
+3,281 ft
-3,307 ft
6h 25
Very difficult
Departure from Le Grand-Bornand (Haute-Savoie)
The Aravis valleys are among the classic hiking destinations in Haute-Savoie. Pointe Chombas is a little less well known. Here is a circular route through pastures, forests and rocky areas. Some sections can be dizzying, others involve a bit of climbing but are not difficult. The reward is a little-visited summit offering panoramic views of the Alps, the Jura and, of course, the Mont Blanc range in the foreground.
(!) Please note: some parts of the route are challenging.
Tour des Dents d'Oddaz
11.68 mi
+5,732 ft
-5,732 ft
10h 20
Very difficult
Departure from Samoëns (Haute-Savoie)
This is a long hike with a significant elevation gain. The effort is rewarded by panoramic views throughout the route.
Lac des Verdets
7.24 mi
+2,835 ft
-2,838 ft
5h 50
Difficult
Departure from Samoëns (Haute-Savoie)
In the land of the Dents d'Oddaz and the Dents Blanches, visit a pretty lake nestled at the foot of the former.
Climb to the Platé Desert
Tourist office
4.05 mi
+2,867 ft
-2,867 ft
4 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Passy (Haute-Savoie) (Haute-Savoie)
With its lunar landscape, peaceful atmosphere and magnificent views, Platé is a site unlike any other. Hike to discover a site with exceptional geological, floral and fauna riches. The size of the site makes it the largest sharp limestone pavement in Europe.
The Tête du Colonney via the Désert de Platé from Praz Coutant
9.02 mi
+5,308 ft
-5,295 ft
8h 45
Very difficult
Departure from Passy (Haute-Savoie) (Haute-Savoie)
Starting from Praz Coutant (Plateau d’Assy), I suggest a lovely route to reach the Tête de Colonney via the magnificent Désert de Platé. This route is challenging, and part of it takes place in a rather rocky environment, particularly through chaotic sections of sharp limestone pavement.
Please note: there are difficulties on a few tricky sections, where caution is required. See the route description and the ‘Practical Information’ section.
Tour des Fiz via the Passage du Dérochoir and Lac d'Anterne
16.33 mi
+5,928 ft
-5,912 ft
10 hrs
Extremely difficult
Departure from Passy (Haute-Savoie) (Haute-Savoie)
I invite you to tackle the Tour des Fiz, a route of considerable length with a significant elevation gain.Along the way, you’ll be treated to magnificent and varied scenery throughout this hike.Please note, you will encounter a difficult section during the ascent of the Passage du Dérochoir (6): the cliff face is fairly well-equipped but requires a degree of caution, particularly as it is quite exposed.
Pointe Noire de Pormenaz from Plaine Joux
12.18 mi
+3,963 ft
-3,950 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Passy (Haute-Savoie) (Haute-Savoie)
Starting from Plaine Joux (Passy), I suggest a somewhat challenging hike to reach the summit of the Pointe Noire de Pormenaz whilst enjoying magnificent scenery (particularly towards Mont Blanc).
Please note: there is a steep, securedsection (cables, ladders) between (9) and (10).
Plaine Joux - Refuge de Moëde Anterne via Lac de Pormenaz
5.04 mi
+2,484 ft
-371 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Passy (Haute-Savoie) (Haute-Savoie)
The first stage of a two-day excursion to Lac d'Anterne, this day allows us to reach the Refuge du Col d'Anterne via Les Argentières and Lac de Pormenaz.
Lac and Col d'Anterne in 2 days starting from Plaine Joux
12.33 mi
+4,222 ft
-4,206 ft
2 days
Moderate
Departure from Passy (Haute-Savoie) (Haute-Savoie)
If you spend a night at the Moëde Anterne refuge, you can make a round trip to Lake Anterne, taking a different route on the descent from the refuge.Beautiful view of Mont Blanc. Three lakes on the programme: Lac de Pormenaz on the first day, then a night at the refuge, Lac d'Anterne the next day, which reflects the rocky ridge of Les Fiz, and Lac Vert near Plaine Joux, to be saved for the return trip.
The Lac Vert and Lac de Pormenaz loop from Plaine Joux
9.60 mi
+2,822 ft
-2,848 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Passy (Haute-Savoie) (Haute-Savoie)
A route through a very wild landscape between two bucolic lakes, with views of Mont Blanc. Very stony trail, ideal after rain. Shaded route in the first and last quarters.
Circular loop of Pointe de Chombas from Les Troncs
6.81 mi
+4,206 ft
-4,229 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Le Grand-Bornand (Haute-Savoie)
Pointe de Chombas is beautifully situated between Pointe Percée and Mont Charvet. It is a fairly long and technical circular hike, but one that offers exceptional views. You may spot ibex, chamois, or even a wolf.
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