Double circular between Droisy and Clermont

This family walk with very little elevation gain will allow you to discover the agricultural plateau of Droisy and Clermont. In addition to discovering this plateau and the various views it offers of the Jura, the Vuache and, of course, Mont Blanc, this hike is an opportunity to visit the Château de Clermont (16th century).

Details

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 8.29 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 2h 40 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Easy

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 111 m
  • ↘
    Descent: - 119 m

  • ▲
    Highest point: 691 m
  • ▼
    Lowest point: 640 m

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Description of the walk

Park at the Crochy car park.

(S/E) Head north towards Les Auterays. Stay on the road and, 500 metres further on, at the intersection, continue straight ahead on the dirt track.

(1) At the crossroads at Les Auterays, continue straight ahead towards La Colonie. Ignore the path that leads to La Carrière and continue straight ahead. When you reach the junction with the RD57 (La Colonie), cross the road carefully and continue straight ahead towards La Verne.

(2) Once you reach the crossroads, turn right towards Derrière le Crêt.

(3) Continue straight ahead towards Pont à bascule. At the end of the descent, at the RD57, turn left towards Château de Clermont.

(4) When you reach Clermont, take the RD17 on the left and then, at the cemetery, turn left onto the dirt track towards Plateau de Verniaz. At the edge of the woods, cross the RD17 and continue straight ahead until you reach the plateau.

(5) Turn left towards Derrière le Crêt. Cross the RD17 again and enter the Bois de Vorcier woods.
Turn left at the intersection in the woods (small climb) and, once you have left the woods, take the path along the field.

(3) Back at Derrière le Crêt, turn right towards La Verne.

(2) Turn right towards L'Épine. After walking along the field, continue straight ahead, then turn right towards the house.

(6) When you reach the Épine crossroads, turn left towards Champ de la Cure. At the end of the road, near the farm, turn right, then walk along the left-hand side.

(7) At the intersection, turn left towards Les Auterays. Cross Droisy, pass in front of the town hall, then at the junction with the RD57, continue straight ahead, passing close to the church. Then go straight ahead at each intersection you come to and you will reach Les Auterays.

(1) Turn right towards Crochy. Take the dirt track, then continue straight ahead at the junction onto the road you took at the start of the walk. Return to the car park (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 686 m - Crochy car park
  2. 1 : km 0.59 - alt. 679 m - Les Auterays
  3. 2 : km 1.75 - alt. 672 m - La Verne
  4. 3 : km 1.95 - alt. 684 m - Behind the Crêt
  5. 4 : km 2.63 - alt. 652 m - Bascule Bridge
  6. 5 : km 3.7 - alt. 650 m - Verniaz Plateau
  7. 6 : km 6.12 - alt. 640 m - L'Épine
  8. 7 : km 6.86 - alt. 674 m - Champs de la Cure
  9. S/E : km 8.29 - alt. 686 m - Crochy car park

Notes

At the start, there is a large car park with around twenty spaces.

You can also start your hike from the Château de Clermont car park. There is a restaurant at the château (check opening hours in advance).

Worth a visit

This hike is an opportunity to visit Clermont Castle. This building is the only example of the Italian Renaissance in Haute-Savoie and is listed as a Historic Monument.
Tours and shows are scheduled from May to August.

You can enjoy views of the surrounding mountains from the Verniaz Plateau.

Reviews and comments

4.8 / 5
Based on 9 reviews

Reliability of the description
5 / 5
Ease of following the route
5 / 5
Route interest
4.4 / 5
User 6670895

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 02, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A very beautiful circular walk with magnificent views and lovely trails for Nordic walking.

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Crapet
Crapet

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 31, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Thank you for this lovely, well-described route, which is easy to follow as it is well signposted and offers beautiful views of the surrounding and distant peaks. We started from Clermont, but it was not possible to visit the castle at that time.

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La Team Nala
La Team Nala

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 24, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

There is virtually no elevation gain, and the route is almost entirely flat. It is a beautiful, relaxing hike with varied landscapes. You will pass through forests, near fields, along hedgerows, and enjoy magnificent scenery.
If you have a dog, like us, be careful as you may encounter horses. But with a lead, you can enjoy a peaceful walk!

A peaceful hike, suitable for beginners, children or anyone who doesn't want to exert themselves too much physically. Very enjoyable! We'll happily do it again, in the opposite direction, to enjoy it in a different way.

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RAILSETDRAILLES
RAILSETDRAILLES

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 07, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Flat. Pleasant walk. Area with wide horizons. In rainy weather, the paths used by agricultural machinery may be muddy in places. Picturesque view of Clermont.

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SZA
SZA

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 19, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Please note that there is no car park in Crochy. In Droisy, you should actually follow the signs for the "Mont des Princes" car park.
The hike is easy and peaceful, with beautiful views.

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seminois
seminois

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : May 14, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A superb hike in glorious weather.
Beautiful views of the Alps, the Jura and the Vuache.
I recommend it, and it's easy to do with children.
Seminois

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maryse.leti
maryse.leti

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 13, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A pleasant and easy route, suitable for everyone. No worries with the route described.

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Annick 74
Annick 74

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 14, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

Lovely circular earrings. Made with pleasure.

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Poppy74
Poppy74

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 13, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A family hike that takes just under two hours, offering beautiful views of the Jura, the Bugey mountains, Semnoz and the mountains around Annecy. To park, in the hamlet of Droisy, turn left opposite the church towards the "Des Monts des Princes" car park (Route des Esserts). Car park available.

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