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Col de la Colombière walks
The Pointe de Balafrasse
Visorando Member
3.65 mi
+2,175 ft
-2,178 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Le Reposoir (Haute-Savoie)
Starting from the Col de la Colombière, the Pointe de Balafrasse is a hike that passes by Lac de Peyre. Panoramic view of the Aravis mountain range and the Mont Blanc massif if the clouds are not too thick. No technical difficulties except perhaps for those who are afraid of heights after the Col de Balafrasse between (3) and .
Pointe de Deux Heures
5.09 mi
+1,719 ft
-1,713 ft
3h 50
Difficult
Departure from Le Reposoir (Haute-Savoie)
A lovely circular hike starting from the Col de la Colombière, mainly on grassy terrain (the name of this peak refers to the time it takes to climb it). This hike offers superb views of the Bornes and Aravis mountain ranges.
There may be flocks of sheep and patous (Swiss mountain dogs) present.
Pointe du Midi circular via the Montarquis Cave and Lake Peyre
5.99 mi
+3,330 ft
-3,327 ft
5 hrs
Extremely difficult
Departure from Le Reposoir (Haute-Savoie)
Starting from the Col de la Colombière, I suggest a virtually circular route up to the Pointe du Midi: this is a lovely walk, taking in the area around the Grotte de Montarquis and the Lac de Peyre.Caution: as the terrain is quite rocky, you should exercise caution in the vicinity of the Pointe du Midi, particularly in the Cu Déri couloir, just before point (6), which is quite exposed to rockfalls. The use of a GPS is recommended (see below).
The Pointe de l'Almet
7.13 mi
+2,923 ft
-2,917 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Le Reposoir (Haute-Savoie)
Circular from Col de la Colombière above Le Grand Bornand. Steep slopes but what a reward when you reach the top. Avoid on rainy days or even after rain: steep and slippery.
Arrive early enough to park near the pass.
La Pointe Blanche via the Passage Pellier
3.34 mi
+2,677 ft
-2,700 ft
4 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Le Reposoir (Haute-Savoie)
A very beautiful hike starting from Col de la Colombière. Aerial passages, mineral scenery and breathtaking views are just some of the highlights of the route.
Pointe de Deux Heures, Tete d'Auferrand and Pointe de la Botte
5.45 mi
+1,680 ft
-1,634 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Le Reposoir (Haute-Savoie)
A lovely walk through great scenery which changes at different points of the walks. Good views and very quiet.
Note this is not marked with the usual yellow signposts so you will need to refer to your IGN map. There are some hand-painted signs and arrows to help guide you. This walk also passes through the upland pasture with grazing sheep and the livestock is protected by dogs. Make sure you have read the information and know-how to pass flocks in a safe manner. A photo re info is attached,
Walks near Col de la Colombière
Col des Annes - Gouille des Fours via the Col des Verts
5.47 mi
+3,383 ft
-2,349 ft
5h 30
Difficult
Departure from Le Grand-Bornand (Haute-Savoie)
Depart from the Col des Annes, pass by the Refuge de la Pointe Percée, then by the Col des Verts. Camp at the Gouille des Fours, where ibex have made their home, with a magnificent view of Mont Blanc.
The Col de la Forclaz from Entremont to Le Petit Bornand
7.27 mi
+3,100 ft
-3,707 ft
6h 05
Difficult
Departure from Entremont (Haute-Savoie)
In the commune of Glières-Val-de-Borne, in the Bargy massif, Lac de Lessy is a true gem at the foot of the Pic de Jalouvre. The walk takes you through forests and mountain pastures. It features a short rocky section. The start from La Joux and the return via Montagne de Paradis and Cocogne are what make this walk unique. You pass the two-hundred-year-old hamlet of Les Chalets de Mayse. The Chalet de Lessy is nestled on the lakeside after the Col de la Forclaz.
Gouille des Fours - Col des Annes via Lac de Tardevant
8.45 mi
+3,120 ft
-4,147 ft
6h 35
Difficult
Departure from Sallanches (Haute-Savoie)
From Gouille des Fours, head towards Lac de Tardevant via the Grande Forclaz and Ambrevetta passes, then return via alpine pastures and forests to La Pointe and Col des Annes.
Aiguille des Calvaires and Combe de Borderan
4.54 mi
+1,762 ft
-2,923 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from La Clusaz (Haute-Savoie)
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.
