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Jongieux walks
Loop around Jongieux
Visorando Member
6.60 mi
+1,106 ft
-1,119 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Jongieux (Savoie)
Tour of the vineyards of the Savoyard hinterland.
On the heights of Jongieux
7.78 mi
+2,274 ft
-2,260 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Jongieux (Savoie)
A pleasant, varied walk, with sections through vineyards, others through forest and some beautiful panoramic views.
Lucey and Jongieux circuit
7.64 mi
+1,129 ft
-1,129 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Lucey (Savoie) (Savoie)
This circuit runs along a sunny hillside. It takes you to the heritage sites of the commune of Lucey and offers a beautiful view of the Jongieux vineyards dominated by the Saint-Romain Chapel.
Mont de la Charvaz, loop from Billième
5.21 mi
+2,103 ft
-2,103 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Billième (Savoie)
Among the many access routes to Mont de la Charvaz, this loop takes the most direct route to the summit, via its steep western face, and descends via gentler forest paths. The view from the summit over the Avant Pays Savoyard and the surrounding mountains is extensive.
La Charvaz - Ontex route
10.70 mi
+3,035 ft
-3,015 ft
7h 35
Difficult
Departure from Billième (Savoie)
A medium-altitude hike in the Avant Pays Savoyard. Ideal for spring or autumn when there is still or already snow elsewhere.
The yellow markers and directional signs at the main intersections leave very little room for doubt.
Loop starting from Billième via St Romain
5.37 mi
+899 ft
-883 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Billième (Savoie)
This loop starting from the village of Billière in the Savoyard foothills allows you to discover the region's vineyards and admire some beautiful panoramic views.
In autumn, along the path, there are chestnut trees here and walnut trees there. Your pockets won't be big enough for all the fruit you'll gather. In the vineyards, the grape pickers will surely have left a few seeds behind. If a hiker tries to sneak off the path, follow them, they know where to find mushrooms.
Circular at Hautecombe Abbey starting from the Ontex viewpoint
6.36 mi
+1,926 ft
-1,946 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Curtille (Savoie)
This hike takes you to the remarkable site of Hautecombe Abbey, starting from the Belvédère d'Ontex, which offers a magnificent view of the site. The route is more difficult than it appears, with a somewhat uneven path above the lake and a fairly challenging final climb.
Mont Landard circuit
3.97 mi
+719 ft
-725 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Curtille (Savoie)
An easy walk in the Savoyard foothills starting from the curious Church of Saint-Pierre-de-Curtille.
The walk provides access to a pretty viewpoint over the Rhône river developments.
Route of the wine-growing villages of Bugey, starting from Lac du Lit au Roi.
26.06 mi
+1,745 ft
-1,762 ft
4 hrs
Easy
Departure from Cressin-Rochefort (Ain)
Starting from Lac du Lit au Roi, passing by Lac de Barterand and then through the wine-growing villages of Bugey, Flaxieu, Pollieu, Vongnes, Ceyzerieu and its hamlets, and Saint-Martin de Bavel.Views of the Grand Colombier and the Lavours marshes.Circular with return to Lac du Lit du Roi for a quick dip.
Lake Barterand
5.10 mi
+1,145 ft
-1,119 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Cressin-Rochefort (Ain)
A peaceful hike on the border between Ain and Savoie. From the start, there is a beautiful view of the Rhône riverbed. Further on, you will see Lac de Barterand, bordered by unexpected sculptures in the rock. A short climb towards the flag reveals a beautiful view of the lake.
Circular route in the Montagne de Parves from the Pont de Nattages
9.71 mi
+1,696 ft
-1,670 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Yenne (Savoie)
The Montagne de Parves is a promontory of the Bugey region, wedged between the Rhône diversion feeding the Belley waterfall and the route of the bypassed section of the Rhône passing through the Pierre-Châtel gorge. Its modest altitude makes it accessible all year round; the suggested route starting from Yenne offers a wide variety of landscapes and views, ranging from the banks of the Rhône, the site of Fort les Bans, the limestone plateau of Mont Chevreaux and the rural landscape of the commune of Parves-et-Nattages.
Circuit of viewpoints and balconies in Yenne
5.26 mi
+1,040 ft
-1,040 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Yenne (Savoie)
This is a half-day outing and the route is dotted with points of interest with information panels.
Until the Pré Cevin intersection, shortly after the Croix de Chevru, the route follows theGR® trail, which is part of the Way of St. James. Then follow the yellow markings until you reach your destination.
Grand loop of the lakes of Saint-Jean-de-Chevelu
7.91 mi
+1,673 ft
-1,663 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jean-de-Chevelu (Savoie)
A pleasant hike in the Savoyard foothills. Vineyards are still very much present. Yellow markings and a few directional signs help you follow the description.
Circular Mont de la Charvaz route via the southern ridge
8.66 mi
+2,520 ft
-2,530 ft
6h 10
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Jean-de-Chevelu (Savoie)
A circular route allowing you to walk along the wild ridge that runs from the Col du Chat to the summit of Mont de la Charvaz, returning to the foot of the mountain. Much of the ridge route is off-trail but presents no real difficulty other than orientation.
Notre-Dame de la Montagne and the Chevru Cross on the heights of Yenne.
4.30 mi
+909 ft
-909 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Yenne (Savoie)
A hike in partial shade and partial sun on the heights of Yenne, offering beautiful panoramic views of Mont du Chat and the Rhône plain. Beautiful views of the Gorges de la Balme, the Château de Pierre Châtel and Fort les Bancs.
The Chevelu Lakes
3.08 mi
+207 ft
-203 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Saint-Jean-de-Chevelu (Savoie)
In the Savoyard foothills, in the Chambéry Pre-Alps, a walk of less than two hours around the magnificent Chevelu Lakes.
Discovery trail around the Chevelu Lakes
4.61 mi
+463 ft
-456 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Saint-Jean-de-Chevelu (Savoie)
This walk in the Savoyard foothills runs alongside the vineyards of this region.
Vineyards are synonymous with well-exposed plots.
The Dent du Chat and the Roc de Cornillon
4.25 mi
+2,720 ft
-2,703 ft
4h 20
Difficult
Departure from La Chapelle-du-Mont-du-Chat (Savoie)
This is a lovely half-day hike with beautiful views of Lac Du Bourget, Aix-Les-Bains and the Chambérien basin, the Belledonne massif and Mont Blanc on one side, and the Savoyard foothills (Yenne, Belley, Grand Colombier) on the other.
Please note: Those who are afraid of heights may be affected by some technical sections equipped with cables or ladders.
