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Col de l'Arpettaz walks
Route from Col de l'Arpettaz to Boegneuve
Starting from the Col de l'Alpettaz, this is a walk for the whole family. Magnificent views, breathtaking vistas and, as a bonus, if the weather is not too foggy, the Mont Blanc massif. You can even buy Savoyard cheeses.
Walks near Col de l'Arpettaz
From Chaucisse to the Col des Aravis via the Chalet du Curé
Starting from the hamlet of Chaucisse, this walk, with Mont Blanc as a backdrop, takes you into a magnificent landscape at the foot of the Étalle, then past the well-known Chalet du Curé, before descending gently towards the Col des Aravis.
Les Saisies - Roselette Chalet
Stage 1 of the Tour du Beaufortain, connecting Les Saisies resort to the Roselette chalet.
Molliessoulaz Lodge - Les Saisies
The final stage of the Tour du Beaufortain, between Molliessoulaz and Les Saisies.
Aiguille des Calvaires and Combe de Borderan
A great pointy summit with a cross on top and good views followed by a descent of Borderan Combe. This could easily be done in reverse and/or without the use of the cable cars.
From Albertville station to the Refuge du Soplat des Streams
A lovely climb starting from Albertville, passing through the medieval town of Conflans and pretty mountain hamlets with views of the Tarentaise Valley, before reaching the Refuge du Soplat des Stream. The refuge is ideally located near the Tour du Beaufortain with a beautiful view of Albertville and the Olympic Park. Hike to be done from May to November: avalanche risk in winter above 1,100 metres.
Col des Annes
A breathtaking view of the Aravis, with a variety of vantage points.
Chalet des Arolles - Molliessoulaz Lodge
Another long stage between the Chalet des Arolles and the hilltop village of Molliessoulaz.
La Ravoire – Arêches Alpine Refuge
First (easy) stage of a two-day tour of the Grand Mont.
A well-marked path forming part of the Tour du Beaufortain.
Magnificent views of Mont Blanc from the Col de la Bâthie
Lac Tournant
This is a circular walk based on trail 5 as promoted by the Arêches tourist board. It is well marked with yellow signs and paint flashes or markers for trail 5. There are good views over to Mont Blanc, the Beaufortain Mountains and the lake, although small, is a nice place to eat your sandwiches.
Chalets de l’Eau Froide – Stream Fourchu car park
The second day of a two-day route around the Pointe d’Arcalod, the highest point in the Bauges, passing through wild areas, valleys and along rivers. The proposed route mainly follows the western section of the GR® de Pays Tour de l’Arcalod, marked in yellow and red. Spectacular views of the mountains and Lake Annecy. This wild and little-used route is situated mainly within a sensitive, regulated area. The terrain is good and presents no particular difficulties.