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Tour of the canton by bike from Chêne-Bourg
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23.90 mi
+551 ft
-545 ft
2 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Chêne-Bougeries (Canton of Geneva)
A short bike ride in the Geneva countryside. Ideal for families.
It starts gently on a section of the greenway, which you then leave before returning to it briefly before the finish.
The ride passes through Chêne-Bourg, then heads into Champel, Bout du Monde and Veyrier, before completing a beautiful circular loop through the countryside. The ride then continues to Thonex, Puplinge, Choulex and Vandoeuvres. Be patient at the end, as the roads are narrow and you may encounter motorists travelling in the opposite direction on one-way streets.
Le Salève via the Pas de l'Échelle
7.15 mi
+2,707 ft
-2,713 ft
5h 40
Difficult
Departure from Étrembières (Haute-Savoie)
From Geneva to Salève in 2 hours and 800 metres of elevation gain.
The Pas de l'Echelle and the Lumberjacks’ Trail
3.74 mi
+2,986 ft
-837 ft
3 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Étrembières (Haute-Savoie)
Starting from Pas de l’Échelle, a lovely route that ends at the upper station of the Salève cable car, passing through the Vallon de Monnetier, the Bûcherons trail, the top of the Petite Gorge and the summit plateau.
A hike featuring some very exposed sections, reserved for those with absolutely no fear of heights, and requiring the utmost caution.
Crêt du Chable via Pierre Vieille from Étrembières
3.32 mi
+1,070 ft
-1,050 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Étrembières (Haute-Savoie)
Passage through the “Pierre Vieille”, which are large erratic granite boulders deposited by glaciers millions of years ago from the Mont Blanc massif. I will then take you to the Crêt du Chable for a view of the Arve Valley and Mont Blanc.
This route is not recommended for those prone to vertigo or in adverse weather conditions.
Le Petit Salève
5.51 mi
+1,217 ft
-1,230 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Monnetier-Mornex (Haute-Savoie)
A circular trail, ideal for discovering the different facets of the Petit Salève. As this part of the Salève is quite busy, set off early in the morning or avoid weekends.
Geneva city centre
4.88 mi
+312 ft
-322 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Genève (Canton of Geneva)
A tour of Geneva city centre that takes in the main tourist attractions of the old town, including the port and all its hustle and bustle.
Le Salève via the old funicular railway route
5.92 mi
+2,192 ft
-2,201 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Monnetier-Mornex (Haute-Savoie)
This hike takes you up to the Salève via a (steep) climb up the wooded slope, following the route of the old funicular railway to reach the cable car station and then the Observatory. Once on the Salève ridge, you can enjoy the many remarkable views over Geneva, Lake Geneva, the Jura Mountains and unforgettable panoramas across the entire Mont Blanc range.
The Salève via the Orjobet trail
4.67 mi
+2,090 ft
-2,090 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Collonges-sous-Salève (Haute-Savoie)
The Salève in Haute Savoie is a bit like the mountain of the people of Geneva. The Grotte d'Orjobet still bears the stamp of the CAS (Swiss Alpine Club). From Le Coin, a steady climb takes you to the cave, which you can then cross. After a final climb, you come out onto the plateau, which is also an alpine pasture. The view is simply magnificent.
The Salève circular: Orjobet, Corraterie, viewpoints and Grande Gorge
7.80 mi
+2,625 ft
-2,612 ft
5h 50
Difficult
Departure from Collonges-sous-Salève (Haute-Savoie)
A circular trail that showcases the many facets of Salève: climb up via the Orjobet Cave, pass through the Trou de la Tine, Vire de la Corraterie, viewpoint towards Mont Blanc and Rochers de Faverges, viewpoints from the Observatory over Geneva and Lake Geneva, descent via the Grande Gorge and return to the start by passing under the large rock climbing routes.
Panoramic views of the Salève
8.68 mi
+3,038 ft
-3,015 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from Collonges-sous-Salève (Haute-Savoie)
The title of this hike sums up the route, and once you reach the heights of Salève, you can enjoy numerous views of the Genevois, Lake Geneva and the Mont Blanc massif.
Please note that there are a few tricky sections between the Orjobet Cave (2) and La Corraterie (4).
On the Salève Plateau
5.74 mi
+906 ft
-906 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Collonges-sous-Salève (Haute-Savoie)
This is a pleasant hike, with beautiful views of the Mont Blanc range in the first part.
From the cable car station, the Geneva basin spreads out below you.
From La Croisette to Grand Piton
6.36 mi
+951 ft
-922 ft
3h 45
Easy
Departure from La Muraz (Haute-Savoie)
A pleasant walk starting from La Croisette, with a loop route at the top of Salève, on a short section of the "Balcon du Léman". The Salève des Pitons (or Pitons) is not the most spectacular part of Mont Salève, but it nevertheless offers exceptional views (the Franco-Genevan basin, the Jura mountain range, the Geneva harbour/Petit-lac, the Vaud and Valais Alps, the Arve Valley, the Chablais, the Mont Blanc range, the Bornes, the Aravis, etc.).
Circular route via Moussy from Reigner-Ésery
4.55 mi
+755 ft
-774 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Reignier-Ésery (Haute-Savoie)
A lovely walk of about two hours, with breathtaking views, the countryside, several pretty hamlets and small villages, interesting architecture (both old and new), gardens, vegetable patches, and views over the Arve Valley towards Vertraz-Mentoux and Lake Geneva.
In the woods of Jussy
4.78 mi
+121 ft
-112 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Jussy (Canton de Genève) (Canton of Geneva)
A short walk along the French-Swiss border, mainly through forest, perfect for getting back into shape after a period of inactivity.
Le Grand Piton
3.04 mi
+315 ft
-312 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Archamps (Haute-Savoie)
A short walk for a late afternoon on the Salève.
From Versoix to Bonmont Golf Club
18.58 mi
+2,303 ft
-1,795 ft
6 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Collex-Bossy (Canton of Geneva)
Horse riding excursion departing from Versoix and arriving at Bonmont Golf Club.
A circular walk through the unspoilt Hermance valley
4.22 mi
+233 ft
-210 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Anières (Canton of Geneva)
From Chevrens to the village of Hermance via the unspoilt and wild Hermance valley. Return via the fields overlooking Lake Geneva, opposite the foothills of the Jura.
Going up the Versoix river to Sauverny
7.51 mi
+328 ft
-315 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Versoix (Canton of Geneva)
Much of the walk takes place in the coolness of the forest and the Versoix river, ideal for hot summer days. When you leave the woods, in good weather, there are magnificent views of the Jura mountain range (the Aiguille de la Faucille and the Boule Blanc de la Dole are easily recognisable) and the Alps (Mont Blanc).