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CROIX DU NIVOLET walks
The Nivolet Cross circuit from Feclaz
Visorando Member
6.18 mi
+1,109 ft
-1,106 ft
3h 50
Easy
Departure from Les Déserts (Savoie)
A circuit from Féclaz to the Nivolet Cross overlooking Chambéry.
Croix du Nivolet
6.68 mi
+2,841 ft
-2,838 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Verel-Pragondran (Savoie)
A must-do hike for locals, this short trip to the Dent du Nivolet offers a beautiful 360° panorama of Lac du Bourget, Chartreuse, Belledonne, Beaufortain and Mont Blanc.
La Croix du Nivolet starting from Glaize
5.51 mi
+873 ft
-889 ft
3 hrs
Easy
Departure from Les Déserts (Savoie)
A classic loop for a quick walk.
This route is well marked in both summer and winter.
Snowshoeing - Orionde circuit.
7.39 mi
+1,250 ft
-1,280 ft
5 hrs
Easy
Departure from Les Déserts (Savoie)
L'Orionde is not the best known or most popular spot on this circuit, but it offers panoramic views to the east and west.
The most famous site is, of course, the Croix du Nivolet, which, for once, happens to be on the route.
All in all, a beautiful loop with a succession of panoramic views.
La Croix de Nivolet via the Pas de l'Echelle
7.43 mi
+3,812 ft
-3,835 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Jean-d'Arvey (Savoie)
A varied hike that takes you to the Croix de Nivolet from an unusual angle.
The Croix du Nivolet From Le Sire
Association / Club / Walk leader
3.78 mi
+997 ft
-988 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Les Déserts (Savoie)
A magnificent snowshoe hike offering 360° panoramic views of the Alps, the Épine massif, Chartreuse and Bugey throughout the route, particularly at the Croix du Nivolet...
The Croix du Nivolet, the final destination, proudly overlooks Chambéry.
The return journey follows the same route, but is always different given the magical landscape in good weather.
The Croix du Nivolet from Les Favres
4.62 mi
+2,060 ft
-2,047 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Les Déserts (Savoie)
A beautiful hike to the Croix du Nivolet. A very varied and enjoyable route throughout.
Around Mont Nivolet
8.08 mi
+2,881 ft
-2,871 ft
6h 15
Difficult
Departure from Les Déserts (Savoie)
This hike takes you along a path through mountain pastures and woods that is quiet at the start, offering magnificent views of the surrounding valleys and mountain ranges. You can visit the cave and waterfalls before reaching the summit of the Nivolet and its cross. If you keep an eye out for the plants along the way, you may be able to spot the rare and protected Martagon lily.
La Croix du Nivolet, via the ladders
4.43 mi
+2,110 ft
-2,100 ft
3h 50
Difficult
Departure from Les Déserts (Savoie)
A local classic with magnificent views of the Massif des Bauges Regional Nature Park, the Belledonne massif and the town of Chambéry.Ideal for hot days, the route is 90% shaded. However, it is not suitable for wet weather.