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Bassens (Savoie) walks
In the Monts de Bassens
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4.82 mi
+1,060 ft
-1,060 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Bassens (Savoie) (Savoie)
A walk to discover the heritage around Bassens.
Just a stone’s throw from Chambéry, in the heart of the Alps, you can enjoy a half-day outing taking in a succession of panoramic views and insights into local history.
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 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 Grande Montagne
7.50 mi
+2,182 ft
-2,051 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Chambéry (Savoie)
This walk combines a variety of points of interest, starting from Les Éléphants, Chambéry’s iconic monument, before heading towards the Charmettes neighbourhood, dear to Jean-Jacques Rousseau. Further up lies the Grande Montagne, which, whilst nothing like high mountains, nevertheless offers panoramic views of distant mountain ranges.
The first section follows theGR®96route.
La Fejaz de la Ravoire, Barby and the Château de la Bâtie
4.09 mi
+787 ft
-758 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from La Ravoire (Savoie)
A short, easy and pleasant circular route to the east of the Chambéry gorge, combining urban and natural scenery; Starting from La Fejaz (La Ravoire), it allows you to explore the centre of the pretty village of Barby before gently making your way up into the foothills of the Bauges massif via Les Chavonnes and the Château de la Bâtie, until you reach the heights overlooking the ‘end of the world’ (Saint-Alban-Leysse) and the River Leysse.
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.
Croix de la Coche loop
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.
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.
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.
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.
From Bout du Monde to Trou de l’Enfer via the shortest route
4.55 mi
+1,093 ft
-1,079 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Alban-Leysse (Savoie)
A rather daunting name for a gentle stroll. Le Bout du Monde is the remote, secluded corner of a Savoyard village, whilst the Trou de l’Enfer marks the source of a mid-mountain torrent, the Leysse. In this heatwave, stay in the shade and walk alongside the torrent. Enjoy the cool, damp microclimate. To avoid getting lost, follow the riverbed.
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.
Circular in the heart of La Ravoire
6.04 mi
+322 ft
-322 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from La Ravoire (Savoie)
A lovely, fairly flat semi-urban walk in La Ravoire, perfect for exploring this pretty, leafy suburb of Chambéry. Ideal for families looking for a short walk that combines urban and green surroundings. This walk takes you through the Valmar town centre, offers magnificent views of Belledonne from the Parc de l’Echaud, takes you through a few residential neighbourhoods, leads to the Boige plains and then returns via the sports facilities, Le Pré Joli and then Champ Clavier.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
From Jacob to Montagnole
4.57 mi
+856 ft
-833 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Jacob-Bellecombette (Savoie)
A short, easy walk on the outskirts of the town and at the foot of the Chartreuse Mountains. Panoramic views over the Chambéry Basin.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Guard's trail from Pragondran
5.87 mi
+2,415 ft
-2,392 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Verel-Pragondran (Savoie)
A pleasant hike on the western flank of Mont Nivolet. The route winds its way through the Passage du Croc to cross the cliff and reach Le Sire. Beautiful panorama of the region. The Sentier du Garde was part of the network of trails that criss-crossed the mountainside, allowing forest rangers to travel through the mountainous terrain.
Croix du Nivolet
6.68 mi
+2,841 ft
-2,838 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Verel-Pragondran (Savoie)
A must-do hike for locals, this short trip to the Dent du Nivolet offers a beautiful 360° panorama of Lac du Bourget, Chartreuse, Belledonne, Beaufortain and Mont Blanc.
The Ternèze Canyon and the Bognette viewpoint
5.15 mi
+860 ft
-840 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Curienne (Savoie)
This hike allows you to discover the magnificent site of the Ternèze Canyon and then, in the village of Curienne, to enjoy information about the Motte Castrale. Next, reach the Sommet de la Bognette for a 360° viewpoint, and on the way back, pass by the Stèle des Résistants.
Bois du Fournet
6.32 mi
+2,306 ft
-2,280 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Méry (Savoie)
Fournet is not the best-known starting point, but this circular route along the cliff edge offers magnificent and varied panoramic views, passing by the paragliding take-off area.
Resistance Fighters’ Farm and Maquis memorial from Challes-les-Eaux
6.69 mi
+1,598 ft
-1,572 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Challes-les-Eaux (Savoie)
During the heat of summer, this route allows you to enjoy the coolness of the woodland whilst exploring this important site of the Resistance on the heights of the Bois de Barby, below the hamlet of Curienne. This farm, now in ruins, was home to one of the very first maquis groups in the region in August 1942.
La Croix du Nivolet, via the ladders
4.43 mi
+2,110 ft
-2,100 ft
3h 50
Difficult
Departure from Les Déserts (Savoie)
A local classic with magnificent views of the Massif des Bauges Regional Nature Park, the Belledonne massif and the town of Chambéry.Ideal for hot days, the route is 90% shaded. However, it is not suitable for wet weather.
The Croix du Nivolet from Les Favres
4.62 mi
+2,060 ft
-2,047 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Les Déserts (Savoie)
A beautiful hike to the Croix du Nivolet. A very varied and enjoyable route throughout.
The Carret Cave from the Doriaz car park
2.57 mi
+1,138 ft
-1,138 ft
2h 10
Moderate
Departure from Les Déserts (Savoie)
A refreshing little outing just a stone’s throw from Chambéry.
The Doriaz is an underground river that gushes out of the cliff.
Along the way, you can watch the via ferrata climbers making their way up the cliff.
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.
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 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.