La Bourgeoise

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This is a fairly short walk with no real difficulty. There are beautiful views for much of the route and the scenery at the top is superb.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
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    Distance: 5.21 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 2h 50 
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    Difficulty: Moderate
  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Vertical gain: + 483 m
  • ↘
    Vertical drop: - 483 m
  • ▲
    Highest point: 1,768 m
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    Lowest point: 1,285 m
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The summit
At the foot of the summit
Going up

Description of the walk

The start is at Combe Emeru. Reach Samoëns via the D907, then head towards the Col de Joux Plane via the D354. Shortly after the hamlet of Combe Emeru, park after a hairpin bend on the left just before the path leading to the Mouchallaz chalets.

(S) Head east along the path that climbs gently through the forest towards Mouchallaz.

(1) Shortly before Mouchallaz, turn left onto a path towards La Bourgeoise (signposted). The slope becomes steeper. Climb north-eastwards, the view widening as you climb.

(2) Take a sharp left turn. The slope is still steep... Make a switchback and then climb the slope diagonally to reach the ridge directly below the summit.

(3) Then climb up to the right to the cross and the Bourgeoise orientation table. This is a superb 360° viewpoint with remarkable views from the Jura to Mont Blanc.

(4) Descend back to the previous junction.

(3) Leave the path you took on the way up on your left and continue straight ahead on the ridge. Here again, the slope is steep in places. Follow two hairpin bends in the road before reaching the end of the path.

(5) Follow the D354 road to the left: there are 800 metres left to go on the tarmac before you reach the starting point (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 1,285 m - Combe Emeru before the path to the Mouchallaz chalets
  2. 1 : km 0.65 - alt. 1,324 m - Turn left towards La Bourgeoise (signposted).
  3. 2 : km 1.54 - alt. 1,544 m - Hairpin bend
  4. 3 : km 2.36 - alt. 1,692 m - Foot of the summit
  5. 4 : km 2.65 - alt. 1,768 m - Orientation table
  6. 5 : km 4.31 - alt. 1,362 m - Junction with Route D354
  7. S/E : km 5.21 - alt. 1,285 m - Combe Emeru before the path to the Mouchallaz chalets

In the nearby area

This viewpoint is also very easy to reach, with very little elevation gain, from the Col de Joux Plane.

Reviews and comments

4.8 / 5
Based on 20 reviews
Reliability of the description
4.7 / 5
Clarity of route map
5 / 5
Route interest
4.9 / 5
Langeclint
Langeclint

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of walk : Sep 19, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Busy trail : No

The climb is quite steep, but the view at the top is magnificent. The return trip through the woods is boring, with no real scenery, and you have to be careful all the time because of the roots and rocks. I regretted not starting directly from the summit of Joux Plane, where the view is completely unobstructed and from where you can set off for La Bourgeoise. What's more, there's a chalet serving food where the homemade desserts are to die for. Luckily, we had the idea of going there after the hike by car.

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Hugo Trail 74
Hugo Trail 74

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Oct 31, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

Short circuit! Ideal spot for a sunset:

Here's a video to show you what it looks like – pictures are always better than words!
Please note that it can get quite busy, especially when the weather is nice

https://youtu.be/jZq9nZPAwZU?si=Nfawi9a3...

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remija
remija

The departure is in two weeks

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DidierE
DidierE

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Jun 18, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

Recommended parking spot, another parking spot available in the shade just before the climb.
An easy walk with a gentle climb and a superb view at the end (view of the Mont Blanc range). The time indicated on the signs is pessimistic.
An 800-metre stretch on the road to return to the starting point.

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JOSETTE25
JOSETTE25

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : May 08, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

An easy hike with a superb view of Mont Blanc. Beautiful variety of flowers throughout the hike.

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Galaxi
Galaxi

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of walk : Apr 16, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Busy trail : No

Allow a maximum of two hours for the hike. Beautiful scenery

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kuen
kuen

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Jun 03, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

Beautiful hike, superb panoramic view of the valley and the Mont Blanc massif from the summit... very popular with paragliders.

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Marc Despierres
Marc Despierres

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : May 19, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

A very beautiful hike that we extended by parking at the Col de Joux Plane and starting the route from La Bourgeoise. The descent between points 4 and 5 is very beautiful with stunning views of Samoëns, the Giffre Valley and the Mont Blanc massif. The climb between points 2 and 3 is steady but pleasant with beautiful forest passages. A very beautiful walk done on a Friday in May with summer temperatures and no other hikers encountered along the way.

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codulac
codulac

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : May 08, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

The trail was quite busy despite the residual snow at the top, but nothing dramatic. Signage was fine. The view from the top was 4-star. We pushed to the left of the summit, wanting to challenge ourselves in the slushy snow (without snowshoes), and made it to the lake (2 hours there and back in the mud).

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gilbertG
gilbertG

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of walk : Aug 27, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

A very beautiful and fairly easy hike with superb views at La Bourgeoise. However, I recommend returning by the same route to avoid the rather unpleasant stretch of road with heavy traffic. It is also worth continuing on to Lake Joux Plane in the mountain pastures, where you will find cows, sheep and ducks.

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kuntano
kuntano

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Aug 13, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

A very beautiful and enjoyable hike. As I only hike occasionally, I am often concerned about poor signposting... However, once we identified the starting point, it was impossible to go wrong. A magnificent view from La Bourgeoise and, in the end, not that many people for a 15 August after several weeks of bad weather (except at the summit, which many people reach from the Col de Joue Plane in 25 minutes). The first part through the woods was very pleasant in the intense heat. Magnificent panorama.

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Géo68
Géo68

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Aug 24, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

After a somewhat steep climb, you will discover a superb panorama of the Alps and, in particular, Mont Blanc.

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balou17
balou17

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Jun 23, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

Right from the start, there is a very steep climb (500 m in 2.5 km), but the view is spectacular, with a view of Mont Blanc on a clear day. The return trip is all downhill. It's a shame that the slope is too steep, forcing you to follow the road.

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jochuz
jochuz

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Sep 17, 2018
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

Described as easy on your website, it is nevertheless quite steep during the first hour. Fortunately, you climb up into the woods. There are beautiful views afterwards, and the descent to the road is fairly short, allowing you to complete the loop at a leisurely pace.

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jacquo
jacquo

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Aug 18, 2018
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

This hike offers a great reward for your efforts (which is not always the case, even with much greater effort) in the form of magnificent views in good weather. The parking spot is well chosen as it allows you to do a loop.

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