Lathuile walks

An interesting and relatively easy circular walk, with unusual passages and beautiful panoramic views over Lake Annecy.

Overlooking Lake Annecy, discover the hillsides of Lathuile in an enchanting setting between marshes, forests and fields.

Created in 1974 to protect the last reed beds on Lake Annecy, it is home to remarkable flora and fauna. An educational trail takes you around the site in about an hour, through unspoilt natural areas with beautiful views of the nearby peaks of Les Bornes and Les Bauges. You will find magnificent views of the lake, observatories and educational panels.

The famous Taillefer ridge hike is a great hike to do directly from camping la ravoiure and les fontaines. Mostly woodland hiking (therefore nicely shaded in many parts, with superb views of the lake and mountains. Steep ascent to the L'oratoire but no particular technical difficulties. Some passages can be slippery in wet weather. Walking poles are good to bring! This hike is approx 3-5 hours long.

This circular route allows you to admire not only the Roc des Boeufs and the Montagne du Charbon, but also much of the Bauges massif, Lake Annecy, the Bornes massif, the Aravis range, etc. Don't hesitate to turn around regularly to fully enjoy all these landscapes.

A hike through the woods that takes you from the end of the lake to the Col de la Forclaz.

A hike offering splendid views of Lake Annecy and the villages of the Bauges Natural Park.

The Roc des Bœufs ridge offers magnificent views of the Bauges peaks and the Annecy basin.

Beautiful hike with views of the Tournette and Lake Annecy.

This route is mainly through forest with regular beautiful views of the surrounding area, both towards Les Bauges and Les Aravis. A hike that has the great advantage of being easily accessible even after several days of heavy rain.

An atypical route through bushes and over Annecy's lake.

The two ridges around Entrevernes on the northern Bauges massif.

A lovely, varied walk with undergrowth, meadows and small villages, with the added bonus of the Angon waterfall and superb views of the lake, La Tournette and the Dents de Lanfon.

A beautiful, long circular loop around Montagne du Charbon. Starting from Petit Reposoir (Bellecombe-en-Bauges), climb to Col de Bornette then take the path carved into the cliff. At the Refuge de la Combe, climb to the Pointe de Banc-Plat for your first 360° viewpoint, descend to the Chalets du Rosay and Planay, then climb up the opposite side to the Charbonnet. Follow the ridge to climb the Dent des Portes, your second 360° viewpoint, before returning via the classic route through the Golet de Doucy.

This is a lovely route with beautiful views, which can be enjoyed in both summer and winter. It can be done in either direction. This is a very popular area.

This is an extension of the snowshoe circuit described this winter. The Roc de Four Magnin is not named on IGN maps, but the 1645m point is marked. If necessary, here are its GPS coordinates: UTM E 0280 525; N 5069 500.

A pleasant snowshoe route, which often offers varied views in open terrain.

This summit (1,645 m) is little known in Les Bauges. The route is partly aerial and off-trail, requiring you to tackle a few rocks without too much difficulty. The summit offers views of Les Bauges, La Tournette, Lake Annecy, Mont Blanc and more.