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Boussy walks
Circuit de la Pomme in Boussy
Visorando Member
5.06 mi
+587 ft
-591 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Boussy (Haute-Savoie)
A family hike near Rumilly that allows you to discover the right bank of the Chéran and the Albanais valleys around Boussy. The name of the circuit comes from the Croison de Boussy, a local variety of small apples that is said to have been introduced to the region by Napoleon's grognards.
On the heights of Marcellaz-Albanais
6.83 mi
+620 ft
-650 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Marcellaz-Albanais (Haute-Savoie)
A circular loop that follows communal paths and some sections of quiet roads between Marcellaz-Albanais and Montagny-les-Lanches. Numerous panoramic views of the Jura, Bornes les Aravis and Bauges mountains.
The Bridal Veil circular loop
2.53 mi
+453 ft
-427 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Chapeiry (Haute-Savoie)
A peaceful circular route for a short half-day hike, culminating in the discovery of the Cascade du Voile de la Mariée, whose drapery can vary depending on the flow of the Nant de l’Eau Salée stream.
Circular route from Montagny-les-Lanches
5.96 mi
+804 ft
-810 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Montagny-les-Lanches (Haute-Savoie)
A very beautiful walk through fields and woods, around the village of Montagny-les-Lanches, with very little walking on roads, but offering stunning views of the Semnoz to the east and the Monts de l’Albanais to the east. Very pleasant in spring and autumn, but make sure you bring plenty of water in summer. As you pass through the hamlets, you’ll see beautifully renovated farms, adorned with flowers and well-maintained.
Medieval walk in Alby-sur-Chéran
0.97 mi
+243 ft
-236 ft
0h 40
Easy
Departure from Alby-sur-Chéran (Haute-Savoie)
A very short walk, perhaps just long enough for a break, offering lovely views of the Chéran and a chance to discover the medieval houses of the village. If you have a little more time, visit the Shoemaking Museum.
Circuit des Onges from Hauteville-sur-Fier
6.73 mi
+879 ft
-860 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Hauteville-sur-Fier (Haute-Savoie)
The route passes through the countryside, following little-used paths and roads, and is extremely well signposted. You can't go wrong if you follow the signs.
Lovely view of La Tournette when arriving and leaving Vaulx (highest point of the route).
The Blue Path of Moye
4.29 mi
+607 ft
-630 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Moye (Haute-Savoie)
Half-day family hike from the village of Moye. The climb at the start offers views of the Rumilly plain and the Haut-Savoyard foothills. The second part of the circuit takes you through the various hamlets of Moye, not forgetting the little extras: the small waterfall and the bridge over the Rivière du Parmand.
Château de Montrottier - Berges du Fier
1.77 mi
+210 ft
-223 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Lovagny (Haute-Savoie)
Balade qui permet de découvrir le Château de Montrottier avec son architecture remarquable et son imposant donjon situé sur une colline puis les berges du Fier, de la « Pierre aux Fées » à une perte qui s'engouffre sous la roche sur quelques mètres.
Above the Gorges du Fier 1
4.17 mi
+492 ft
-499 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Lovagny (Haute-Savoie)
A short, easy hike to complement your visit to the Gorges du Fier and/or Montrottier Castle.
Above the Gorges du Fier 2
5.34 mi
+820 ft
-833 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Lovagny (Haute-Savoie)
A short, easy hike that complements a visit to the Fier Gorges and/or Montrottier Castle.
Balmont circular loop
4.44 mi
+797 ft
-797 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Seynod (Haute-Savoie)
A circular route with varied landscapes around the old village of Balmont.
Tower in the woods of Loye
3.01 mi
+282 ft
-256 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Nonglard (Haute-Savoie)
A very family-friendly, rural hike through fields and woods. No particular difficulty. Lots of variations in the woods. Can also be done by mountain bike, but be careful as there may be fallen trees.
Beautiful views of the Montagne d'Âge, the Mandallaz and the Montagne du Gros Foug, which separates us from the Rhône valley.
Nonglard circular loop via the Champ du Loup
5.99 mi
+653 ft
-663 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Nonglard (Haute-Savoie)
A circular hike starting from the village of Nonglard, passing through the hamlets of Vaux to reach the Col d'Angely. The descent towards Sillingy offers a beautiful view of the Annecy basin and, beyond, the Aravis and Mont Blanc massifs. Le Champ du Loup is the halfway point of this hike, which then returns to Nonglard via the hamlet of Quincy.
Tour of the Ovens in Albens
9.98 mi
+1,125 ft
-1,096 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Albens (Savoie)
A lovely walk exploring the Crosagny marshes, the bread ovens and the footpaths on the hills above Albens. A walk with no particular difficulties apart from the distance.
The paths of Angely
5.15 mi
+764 ft
-748 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Vaulx (Haute-Savoie) (Haute-Savoie)
An easy family walk through the valleys around the commune of Vaulx. On a clear day, Mont Blanc is omnipresent and the walk offers a wide view of most of the Savoyard massifs (Bornes, Aravis, Bauges) as well as the southern Jura (Colombier massif) and further south towards the Chartreuse and the Belledonne range.
Angely trails
5.61 mi
+797 ft
-823 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Vaulx (Haute-Savoie) (Haute-Savoie)
This route is an adaptation of the “Les Chemins d’Angely” trail, adding 1 km to the distance and 10 m of additional elevation gain. It offers panoramic views of all the surrounding mountain ranges: Bornes, Aravis, Bauges, Jura, Chartreuse and Belledonne, like a 360° panorama. And on a clear day, Mont Blanc watches over your entire route.
Le Semnoz via the Grotte des Fours
8.24 mi
+4,150 ft
-4,170 ft
7h 25
Very difficult
Departure from Viuz-la-Chiésaz (Haute-Savoie)
The Semnoz is not just a gentle summit visited by car. Here is an interesting and varied route from Viuz-la-Chiésaz, with a steady climb through the forest, caves to visit and cliffs to overcome, leading to an alpine pasture that takes you to the Crêt de Châtillon, with sweeping views of the Alps and Pre-Alps.
Vineyard Circuit in Versonnex
5.81 mi
+692 ft
-705 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Versonnex (Haute-Savoie) (Haute-Savoie)
Circuit through the Albanais countryside. It allows you to see the course of the Fier river from a south-facing hillside. In the past, vineyards were present on these south-facing terrains.
Mont-Clergeon and Grande Cuve
5.75 mi
+938 ft
-951 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Ruffieux (Savoie)
Mont Clergeon, with its summit at over 1,000 metres, is not one of the most popular peaks in Savoie. However, it offers a 360° view of the Rhône valley and the Bauges, Aravis and Mont Blanc mountains. The route is mostly shaded.
Fésigny Castle and return via Les Monts from Chainaz-Les-Frasses
4.45 mi
+495 ft
-518 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Chainaz-les-Frasses (Haute-Savoie)
Starting from Chainaz-Les-Frasses, a circular route passing by Fésigny Castle and returning to the village via the hamlet of Bocquerat and Les Monts. Throughout the route, in good weather, there are numerous views of the Dent du Chat, a (small) section of Lake Bourget, the Semnoz, the Tours Saint-Jacques and the Montagne de Banges.
Mont Clergeon from the Col du Sapenay
8.80 mi
+1,362 ft
-1,345 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Cessens (Savoie)
This hike will allow you to discover the natural site of the Grande Cuve and then take you to the summit of Mont Clergeon and its orientation table. You can also discover the traditional habitat of these mountains in the hamlet of Montclergeon.
Les Hauts d'Albens
8.11 mi
+1,490 ft
-1,476 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from La Biolle (Savoie)
This walk takes you on a circular route through the hamlets of the Hauts d’Albens. Beautiful views over the Albanais, the Semnoz, and the Bange and Revard mountains. In Dressy, you can see an old bread oven and an ox shoeing bench.
Cessens to La Chambotte circular loop
5.79 mi
+1,306 ft
-1,322 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Cessens (Savoie)
This walk is a circular route starting at Notre-Dame de la Salette (Cessens) and ending at La Chambotte. It passes by the Tours de César and the castle ruins before descending towards the hamlet of La Chambotte, following the ridge.
On the cliffs of Cessens
2.08 mi
+656 ft
-646 ft
1h 30
Moderate
Departure from Cessens (Savoie)
A short walk on the Cessens mountain, with views of the lake and the Bugey.
Chalet du Trousset via the Sentier des Renards
9.28 mi
+2,608 ft
-2,638 ft
6h 30
Difficult
Departure from Cusy (Haute-Savoie)
Right from the start, there is a steep climb from Cusy to reach the Chalet du Trousset. The route then mostly follows beautiful trails and paths through the woods, offering lovely views in places.
The Visorando app is highly recommended.
Circular route on Sapenay Mountain
2.83 mi
+840 ft
-817 ft
2 hrs
Easy
Departure from Cessens (Savoie)
This is an unmarked and little-used route that is best taken in the middle of winter if you want to have enough snow, as the altitude remains modest (between 800 and 950 metres). The views of Lake Bourget are magnificent.
In summer, it is possible to follow a marked route called "le tour de la montagne du Sapenay" (the Sapenay mountain tour), which does not, however, take the section directly overlooking the lake.
Crête du Semnoz
5.62 mi
+1,158 ft
-1,158 ft
3 hrs
Easy
Departure from Viuz-la-Chiésaz (Haute-Savoie)
This outing was completed on Nordic touring skis.
From Semnoz Station to Crêt de l'Aigle
5.11 mi
+761 ft
-787 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Viuz-la-Chiésaz (Haute-Savoie)
This is an easy hike, suitable for families, offering beautiful views of the valley and surrounding mountain ranges.Note: this hike can also be done on touring skis or snowshoes: if using snowshoes, most of the route can be done on groomed trails.
Tour of the Semnoz resort, Annecy side
3.04 mi
+636 ft
-636 ft
3 hrs
Easy
Departure from Viuz-la-Chiésaz (Haute-Savoie)
From the resort to the plateau. Discover a hidden viewpoint in the forest, which is not signposted.
Val du Fier viewpoint from Chavanne d'en Bas
5.02 mi
+1,617 ft
-1,637 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Val-de-Fier (Haute-Savoie)
Nice looped hiking trail mostly in the undergrowth where you can see pretty views like Val du Fier's canyon, the river Rhône downstream Seyssel or the lovely ruined Saint André's chapel overlooking Albanais' plains.
La Biolle Mountain
8.06 mi
+1,732 ft
-1,762 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from La Biolle (Savoie)
This route, starting from Villette in the commune of La Biolle, offers magnificent panoramic views of the Bauges Massif during the climb and a 360° view from the new Croix de Meyrieu (Lake Bourget, Aix-les-Bains and the surrounding mountains). The return journey is via a little-used and unmarked path, but with the Visorando app, there's no need to worry.
Around Saint-Germain-la-Chambotte
8.98 mi
+1,565 ft
-1,545 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from La Biolle (Savoie)
This walk allows you to explore the hamlets around Saint-Germain-la-Chambotte through woods and meadows and offers beautiful panoramic views.
The Tours de César
4.42 mi
+1,004 ft
-988 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Saint-Germain-la-Chambotte (Savoie)
A loop above lake Bourget for a late afternoon walk.
A walk amid historical sites and beautiful viewpoints.
Mont Laval and the Tours de César
5.14 mi
+1,604 ft
-1,601 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Germain-la-Chambotte (Savoie)
This hike takes you to the summit of Mont Laval and then follows a circular route via the Tours de César to return via the Col de la Chambotte. Beautiful views of Lac du Bourget and the surrounding mountains.
Tours of César and Mont Laval circular loop
4.22 mi
+1,181 ft
-1,184 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Germain-la-Chambotte (Savoie)
Les Tours de César offers a variety of routes suitable for all seasons. The circular route follows the cliffs of Mont Laval as closely as possible: at the foot of the cliffs on the way out, along the edge of their summit on the way back.
Tour of the Montagne de Bange
12.60 mi
+4,094 ft
-4,072 ft
9h 20
Difficult
Departure from Cusy (Haute-Savoie)
This walk takes you round this mountain, situated between the Semnoz to the north and the Revard massif to the south. Initially, you’ll follow theGRP® trail, which will take you to the summit (Crêt de la Dolca) and on to the Col de la Cochette (orientation table).
Moderator’s note : reviews of this walk indicate that from (14) onwards, the path no longer exists. The only alternative is to follow the D911 for 4 km. See details in the description