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Barberaz walks
Croix de la Coche loop
Visorando Member
4.21 mi
+1,204 ft
-1,175 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Barberaz (Savoie)
Coche or Cochette means a passage. The ancestral passage between the villages of Montagnole and Saint-Baldoph is marked by a solid, massive stone cross. Information panels along the way. Panoramic views at the summit and on the descent along the ridge.
Towards Les Hauts de Chanaz
4.23 mi
+942 ft
-935 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Barberaz (Savoie)
This is a simple circular walk for a half-day excursion. It takes place in the foothills of the Chartreuse Mountains. Beautiful views of Les Bauges, Chartreuse, L'Épine and Lac du Bourget.
Loop through historic Chambéry
1.93 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
0h 55
Easy
Departure from Chambéry (Savoie)
Visit the historic centre of Chambéry, passing by the Château des Ducs de Savoie, the Town Hall, Saint-François de Salles Cathedral, the Museum of Fine Arts... and charming little pedestrian passages. A very pleasant route.
The Marais des Chassettes
3.73 mi
+105 ft
-108 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from La Ravoire (Savoie)
A walk around La Ravoire and Challes-les-Eaux in the Chambéry metropolitan area, passing through the Marais des Chassettes. This is a protected natural site that is home to several species of local flora and fauna. Here you’ll find the biome that once existed here: the marshes of the Alpine valley floors. It’s also an opportunity to explore the Challes-les-Eaux leisure centre, as well as the hill where the church stands and the new quarter of La Ravoire.
From Jean-Jacques Rousseau’s house to the Jacob and Grobelle waterfalls
6.41 mi
+1,329 ft
-1,352 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Jacob-Bellecombette (Savoie)
A pleasant green walk in the hills, very close to the very centre of the Chambéry conurbation, allowing you to visit the home of the illustrious Jean-Jacques Rousseau and explore the Nant du Pontet streams. This walk takes you through the areas of Jacob-Bellecombette, Chambéry and Barberaz, and past the boundary of the municipality of Montagnole. Despite its proximity to the city, most of the route is through woods or across meadows.
The Jacob-Bellecombette Waterfalls
4.42 mi
+869 ft
-883 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Jacob-Bellecombette (Savoie)
On the outskirts of Chambéry, the Nant du Ruisseau du Pontet retains a wild course, hemmed in by urban development, with its waterfalls and gorges offering an interesting hike that continues up the Grobelle hillside for views over the Chambéry Basin. The return route naturally involves some sections along roads that are fairly unavoidable given the layout of the area.
Montbasin Razerel Monterminod
7.19 mi
+2,306 ft
-2,297 ft
5h 20
Easy
Departure from Saint-Alban-Leysse (Savoie)
A walk to revisit the classics near Chambéry.
From Montagnole to Pas de la Fosse
6.85 mi
+1,017 ft
-1,001 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Montagnole (Savoie)
This varied route, set in a picturesque countryside, offers magnificent views of the Montagne de l’Épine, Lac du Bourget (and the Dent du Chat), as well as the foothills of the Massif des Bauges, not to mention, to the south, the view towards the Pointe de la Gorgeat, the gateway to the Chartreuse.
Mont Charvais, Croix de la Coche and Bec du Corbeau
5.41 mi
+1,890 ft
-1,883 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Baldoph (Savoie)
This circular route on the outskirts of Chambéry takes you to three vantage points offering panoramic views of the Belledonne mountain range, Les Bauges and La Chartreuse. On the outskirts of Mont Charvais, surrounded by pine trees, you can almost feel the Mediterranean atmosphere – all that's missing are the cicadas.
Leysse and Ternèze, gorges and canyons
11.02 mi
+2,733 ft
-2,740 ft
7h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Alban-Leysse (Savoie)
A long route following the Leysse and then the Ruisseau de Ternèze along the right bank, before descending via the left bank, allowing you to explore places that are by turns wild and marked by past human activity. The presence of water makes these sections pleasant in summer. The route is long as it covers the entire length; it is possible to shorten it at any point where you can cross from one bank to the other.
Chapelle Saint-Michel via Bellevarde and the Stèle
6.75 mi
+2,231 ft
-2,231 ft
5h 05
Easy
Departure from Barby (Savoie) (Savoie)
The Mont Saint-Michel Chapel, which is clearly visible from the Chambéry basin, is often the destination for a Sunday afternoon walk starting from Montmerlet above Curienne. There is only a hundred metres or so of elevation gain.
The trail is very well marked.
Col du Crucifix and Col Saint-Michel from Cognin
10.25 mi
+2,638 ft
-2,657 ft
7h 00
Moderate
Departure from Cognin (Savoie)
From the town to the mountains without a car. A long but gently sloping walk.
After leaving the last houses of Cognin, the first part takes you through fields, streams, cows, horses and apple trees; it is only after Saint-Sulpice that you will enter the forest via the ancient Sardinian Way, which, in the 16th century, replaced the Roman road from Vienne to Milan (50 BC) – a route you will follow in part on your return from the Col Saint-Michel.
Chemin des Vignes from Bout du Monde to Passerelle du Trou de l'Enfer
5.42 mi
+1,476 ft
-1,450 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Alban-Leysse (Savoie)
A beautiful walk along the Leysse gorges and through the old vineyards of Saint-Jean-d'Arvey.
The trail, while not particularly difficult, can be a little steep and slippery.
It offers superb views of the Leysse and the cliffs of Mont Peney.
Boucle panoramique au dessus de Challes-les-Eaux
4.02 mi
+246 ft
-259 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Challes-les-Eaux (Savoie)
Comment en quelques minutes à peine découvrir des panoramas et endroits à voir absolument à Challes-les-Eaux.
From the Chapel of Saint-Saturnin to Pragondran
4.90 mi
+1,683 ft
-1,706 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Alban-Leysse (Savoie)
This walk to the Pragondran paragliding launch area takes place along the edge of the cliff, offering occasional views of the valley and Lake Bourget.
La Croix de Nivolet via the Pas de l'Echelle
7.43 mi
+3,812 ft
-3,835 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Jean-d'Arvey (Savoie)
A varied hike that takes you to the Croix de Nivolet from an unusual angle.
The Chemin du Bon Pas
4.16 mi
+712 ft
-705 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Chambéry (Savoie)
A short walk to escape the city. Some clear views as soon as you climb.
Le Chemin de Coirat
3.03 mi
+531 ft
-515 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Chambéry (Savoie)
Peri-urban circuit to quickly escape the city. Views of Chartreuse and Bauges.
Mont Peney
6.68 mi
+2,828 ft
-2,815 ft
5h 30
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Jean-d'Arvey (Savoie)
This hike is quite physically demanding in the first part. The section along the Doria is really very pleasant. At the summit, you can enjoy a beautiful panorama of Belledonne and Chartreuse. The fairly long descent is not particularly difficult.
Rock paintings of Mont Peney
3.43 mi
+1,952 ft
-1,952 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jean-d'Arvey (Savoie)
A short walk above the town to meet distant artists. Panorama of the valley and the Chartreuse massif opposite.
From Saint-Jeoire to Montmélian through the vineyards
8.38 mi
+1,115 ft
-1,115 ft
4h 50
Easy
Departure from Saint-Jeoire-Prieuré (Savoie)
In December, a good idea for a sunny walk is to go hiking in the vineyards.
The walk described below is just one of many possible routes through the Chignin vineyards.
There are endless variations possible.
Around Mont Ronjou
3.30 mi
+620 ft
-620 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Saint-Jeoire-Prieuré (Savoie)
This is an easy hike to a small grassy peak overlooking the vineyards of Saint-Jeoire-Prieuré. Enjoy beautiful views of the Belledonne mountain range, the Chartreuse mountains and the Chambéry cluse. There are markings and even directional signs, but not along the entire route described.
Doria Waterfalls
4.94 mi
+2,251 ft
-2,251 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jean-d'Arvey (Savoie)
Enjoy the Doria waterfalls on this lovely family walk. The lower waterfall is magnificent with its 60-metre drop. At the Grotte à Carret, you can see the start of the Via Ferrata on the mountainside. At the upper waterfall, you’ll appreciate the cool air during hot spells.
The Carret Cave and the Trou de la Doriaz in Lovettaz
3.86 mi
+1,801 ft
-1,781 ft
3h 20
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Jean-d'Arvey (Savoie)
At the foot of the Croix du Nivolet, enjoy a lovely walk in the woods to cool off and discover the Grotte à Carret and the Trou de la Doriaz (the source of the torrent in the middle of the cliff) as well as some beautiful waterfalls.
Footbridge circuit from Saint-Jean-d'Arvey
7.21 mi
+1,594 ft
-1,594 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jean-d'Arvey (Savoie)
This is a pleasant route to walk at any time of year, particularly in late autumn as it enjoys plenty of sunshine.
The route of the Himalayan footbridge at Trou de l'Enfer allows you to discover the curious meanders of the Leysse.
Pichut waterfall circuit
3.28 mi
+797 ft
-801 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Apremont (Savoie) (Savoie)
This circuit runs along the foothills of the Chartreuse mountains at the foot of Mont Granier. Discover the vineyards, a pretty waterfall and views of the Belledonne and Bauges mountains. A few information boards add to the interest of this easy walk.
Yellow and occasional white and red markings forthe GR® 965.
