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Col du Rasoir walks
The tour of the Pic du Jalouvre
Association / Club / Walk leader
6.00 mi
+3,274 ft
-3,274 ft
5h 35
Difficult
Departure from Le Grand-Bornand (Haute-Savoie)
This tour will undoubtedly allow you to spot ibex, which are often in the area, but also to observe a wide range of alpine flora, including Saint Bruno's lilies, Liotard's stars, soldanellas, and more. With a little luck, you may even spot a ptarmigan or chamois.
La Pointe Blanche via the Passage Pellier
Visorando Member
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.
Col du Rasoir and Aiguilles Vertes
4.35 mi
+2,470 ft
-2,438 ft
4h 10
Difficult
Departure from Le Petit-Bornand-les-Glières (Haute-Savoie)
A very scenic hike starting from the car park at the Chalet Refuge de Cenise. After crossing a scree slope near the Arête de Chevry, a cliff section near the Pointe de Sosay, a stretch through a mountain pasture running along the foot of the Aiguilles Vertes, and then an ascent to the Col du Rasoir. You then follow the Arête du Rasoir to the start of the Cravatte before returning to the pass to descend via the Aiguilles Vertes. Superb views
Walks near Col du Rasoir
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.
From Le Reposoir to the Refuge du Doran via the Pointe d’Areu
6.19 mi
+4,383 ft
-3,077 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from Le Reposoir (Haute-Savoie)
Set off from Le Reposoir and spend the night at the Refuge du Doran, passing via the Pointe d’Areu (des Arbennes).
Col des Annes
7.55 mi
+2,178 ft
-2,300 ft
6 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Le Grand-Bornand (Haute-Savoie)
A breathtaking view of the Aravis, with a variety of vantage points.
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.
Flaine to Les Carroz: A Scenic Linear Walk
5.62 mi
+351 ft
-2,185 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Arâches-la-Frasse (Haute-Savoie)
This is a very scenic linear walk from Flaine back down to Les Carroz. Lots of interest, from brutalist architecture to a water-worn torrent and the limestone cliffs encircling the Lac de Flaine, followed by forest paths and open meadows with grazing sheep. There are also opportunities to shade from the sun on hot days. The walk is well signposted and these are referenced in the description.
Parmelan loop from Dingy via the Col du Perthuis
5.71 mi
+3,005 ft
-3,091 ft
5h 15
Difficult
Departure from Dingy-Saint-Clair (Haute-Savoie)
Le Parmelan, via a slightly less traditional route.
At the summit, sharp limestone pavement, Grotte de l'Enfer (and other caves), Mont Blanc range.
From Chaucisse to the Col des Aravis via the Chalet du Curé
9.45 mi
+2,146 ft
-1,463 ft
5 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Nicolas-la-Chapelle (Savoie) (Savoie)
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.