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Snowshoes at the Fullie chalets.
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5.19 mi
+2,228 ft
-2,224 ft
4 hrs
Easy
Departure from École (Savoie)
A lovely little snowshoe hike to the Chalets de la Fullie from Ecole en Bauges.
All the more beautiful when there is plenty of snow.
The route is well marked with no difficulty in finding your way.
Notre-Dame de Bellevaux via the forest house
3.41 mi
+400 ft
-400 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from École (Savoie)
This is a very accessible hike that takes you to the Chapel of Notre-Dame de Bellevaux, passing by the old forest house.
Col d’Arclusaz from the Arolles car park
8.91 mi
+2,546 ft
-2,546 ft
6 hrs
Moderate
Departure from École (Savoie)
This description has been written for a snowshoe hike; the route differs significantly from the summer route. It crosses alpine pastures which should be bypassed in summer by staying on the track.
Tour of Arclusaz
11.11 mi
+3,911 ft
-3,914 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from École (Savoie)
The currently signposted routes mean you have to choose between the Col and the Dent d’Arclusaz, each of which is accessible via a different side. This hike avoids this dilemma by offering a circular route that takes in both summits.
See the ‘Practical Information’ section for details on the difficulty levels.
Map of La Limace via the Croix d'Allant
7.06 mi
+2,638 ft
-2,638 ft
5h 35
Easy
Departure from Jarsy (Savoie)
An easy walk in the Bauges to discover the mountain pastures.
Beautiful views of the region's peaks.
Tarines and Abondances await you.
The Col de Chérel
4.74 mi
+1,670 ft
-1,673 ft
6 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Jarsy (Savoie)
Discover a pass in Les Bauges whose distinctive feature is that it separates the Arcalod range from the Trélod range, two of the main peaks in Les Bauges.
This route is identical for a walking hike.
Variation of the Col du Chérel on snowshoes
5.57 mi
+1,736 ft
-1,736 ft
4 hrs
Easy
Departure from Jarsy (Savoie)
This easy walk has already been described by Bernardino, so the following is only a variation.
There are no specific markings for snowshoes; the summer markings are sufficient.
La Croix d'Allant from Précherel
6.12 mi
+1,962 ft
-1,962 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Jarsy (Savoie)
A short, easy hike to discover the Allant mountain pasture.
Tour of Mont Julioz
13.22 mi
+3,543 ft
-3,553 ft
9h 10
Very difficult
Departure from Le Châtelard (Savoie)
Hike in all seasons, with a mix of wild trails, forest roads and village crossings.
Mont Pécloz and Mont d'Arménaz loop
8.24 mi
+4,944 ft
-4,928 ft
8h 05
Difficult
Departure from École (Savoie)
The most beautiful of the Baujus peaks! Loop hike Mont Pecloz 2197m and Mont d'Armenaz 2158m.
Please note: The descent from Mont Pécloz is rather tricky (exposure to rockfalls + some passages requiring the use of your hands).
The Pecloz and Armenaz mountains
7.96 mi
+4,951 ft
-4,948 ft
8h 00
Moderate
Departure from École (Savoie)
A beautiful, challenging circular route that takes you to two of the 14 2,000-metre peaks in the Bauges massif, Mont Pécloz and Mont d'Armenaz. The climb up to the pass separating the two peaks is quite steep, but you'll be accompanied by chamois. Once you reach the summit, Mont Pécloz offers a 360° view of the Alps. The descent is popular with ski tourers in winter.
Route de l'Armène
8.26 mi
+4,186 ft
-4,186 ft
7h 25
Difficult
Departure from École (Savoie)
A hike in the heart of the Bauges Massif towards one of its most beautiful peaks.
The ascent to the Col de l'Armène offers opportunities to spot chamois and enjoy varied panoramic views of the Northern Alps.
On the descent, be sure to visit the ruined village of La Chapelle and the Notre-Dame de Bellevaux Chapel.
The Col d'Arclusaz
9.19 mi
+3,035 ft
-3,035 ft
6h 50
Moderate
Departure from École (Savoie)
A lovely walk in the Arclusaz valley, dominated by some of the beautiful peaks of the Bauges.The colours of autumn are beginning to set the landscape ablaze.
Rochers de la Bade
14.10 mi
+5,558 ft
-5,535 ft
11h 20
Very difficult
Departure from Le Châtelard (Savoie)
Superb crossing of the north to south ridge of the Rocher de la Bade (Bauges Massif).
Circular route via Mont Pécloz, Mont d'Arménaz and Pointe de la Fougère
9.19 mi
+5,118 ft
-5,098 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from École (Savoie)
I recommend a lovely circular hike via Mont Pécloz, Mont d’Arménaz and Pointe de la Fougère.
Warning! Some sections are tricky, particularly the descent from Mont Pécloz towards Col d'Armène and the ridge between Mont d'Armenaz and Pointe de la Fougère
See the practical information section.
The Colombier d'Aillon
6.73 mi
+3,009 ft
-3,018 ft
5h 45
Difficult
Departure from Aillon-le-Jeune (Savoie)
A two-loop circuit to reach a viewpoint overlooking Les Bauges and far beyond.
There are a few information panels about the forest along the route.
Directional signs at the main intersections.
Le Trelod via Dent de Pleuven
6.70 mi
+4,544 ft
-3,638 ft
7h 00
Very difficult
Departure from Doucy-en-Bauges (Savoie)
360° view of the Bauges Massif from the summit of Trélod.Arrange for a car at the finish point.
Arcalod-Mont de la Coche circular from Bellevaux
10.29 mi
+5,381 ft
-5,364 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from École (Savoie)
This is a beautiful circular that allows you to see three sides of Arcalod, climb to the summit via Orgeval and descend via a wilder route. It is a demanding but magnificent hike in good weather.
Please note that access to the Pointe d'Arcalod is not recommended with children or in wet weather.
La Croix du Plane from Montlardier
5.50 mi
+2,408 ft
-2,405 ft
4h 40
Difficult
Departure from Le Châtelard (Savoie)
This is a little-used hike that takes you to the fragile Croix du Plane, anchored on its isolated rock. From the surrounding mountain pastures, you can admire the panorama of some of the legendary peaks of Les Bauges. While the route along the track and the shortcuts that allow you to cut across the switchbacks are fairly obvious, in the mountain pastures you will need to have a good sense of direction and not hesitate to use your compass.
Sentier des Maîtres du Mont Déserté
8.13 mi
+2,480 ft
-2,457 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Le Châtelard (Savoie)
A hike in three circular loops and a few return trips, following in the footsteps of the master geologists who fought against the mudslides that swept through Le Châtelard in the past. There are also some beautiful views.
Crossing Mont Julioz from Le Châtelard
6.43 mi
+2,123 ft
-2,110 ft
4h 50
Difficult
Departure from Le Châtelard (Savoie)
A medium-altitude mountain in the heart of Les Bauges, offering a beautiful ridge walk and, in good weather, views of the main peaks of the massif.
Mont Julioz from Le Châtelard
5.35 mi
+2,116 ft
-2,116 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Le Châtelard (Savoie)
An easy hike in the heart of Les Bauges, but you will need to take your hands out of your pockets for certain sections along the ridge. Panoramic views of the surrounding peaks: Trélod, Dent de Pleuven, Dent des Portes, Mont Colombier.
Pointe de la Fougère
6.37 mi
+3,248 ft
-3,248 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from École (Savoie)
Pointe de la Fougère is not the most popular of the Beaujus peaks. This hike retains a wild character; it is not uncommon to see animals on the ascent. Beautiful panoramic views of the nearby peaks and beyond.
The Col d'Orgeval
6.19 mi
+2,448 ft
-2,448 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from École (Savoie)
The Col d'Orgeval is located on theGRP® trail in the Massif des Bauges. More than the pass or the chalets, it is the superb Orgeval valley with its gentle slopes that will remain in hikers' memories.
The mountain pasture is owned by the same family, who graze a pretty herd of heifers there.
Mont de la Coche and Tré le Mollard
7.17 mi
+3,409 ft
-3,389 ft
6h 15
Difficult
Departure from École (Savoie)
This beautiful, wild circular hike starting from the Nant du Fourchu car park takes you to two peaks over 2,000 m in the Bauges massif in just a few kilometres, and can be completed with a climb to Pointe d'Arcalod. You may even see some marmots!
Pointe de Chaurionde
8.83 mi
+4,094 ft
-4,072 ft
7h 35
Difficult
Departure from École (Savoie)
This hike will take you to the Pointe de Chaurionde via the Col du Haut du Four and the south-west ridge. Don't miss the chamois that inhabit the slopes. At the summit, you can admire Lake Annecy and Mont Blanc. You will cross the Vallon d'Orgeval (the valley of bears), which has now become a peaceful valley home to Tarine and Abondance cows and marmots.In June, the flora is magnificent and varied.
Chaurionde means "round summit".
(6) Access to the summit (or descent) via the Chalet de Coutarse is now prohibited (ZR zone of the PNR).
Pointe d'Arcalod via the Chalets d'Orgeval
7.21 mi
+3,999 ft
-3,999 ft
6 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from École (Savoie)
A beautiful, aerial and technical hike to climb to the highest point of the Bauges Massif (2,217 m).
Magnificent 360° panorama of the entire Bauges Massif and Mont Blanc.
Note on difficulty: following feedback from hikers, this hike has been classified as Very Difficult because the ascent and descent of the peak are quite technical.
Chalets de la Fullie
5.02 mi
+1,280 ft
-1,283 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Aillon-le-Jeune (Savoie)
A beautiful circular to do on snowshoes. Forests, mountain pastures and magnificent views.
Circuit au-dessus de la station des Aillons-Margeriaz
4.06 mi
+817 ft
-830 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Aillon-le-Jeune (Savoie)
A pleasant and easy walk, with two-thirds of the route being tarmac. In summer, this can be done in trainers.Lovely views of the small ski resort, whose slopes face the route described below.Discover the village of chalets at La Mense.
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