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This hike starts from the Petit Port in Annecy-Albigny near the northern end of the lake, towards Talloires.
(S/E) The trail starts at 448 Avenue de Chavoire (D909) on the right-hand side of a bakery when facing away from the lake. Signs indicate Mont Veyrier as well as the botanical trail, Pré Longé, etc.
At thefirst fork, continue climbing through the woods along a winding path. A clearing offers a glimpse of the end of the lake and Annecy. Do not take the trail towards Biclop and Pré Longe.
(1) Pass by the Pré Vernet car park. Take the Mont Veyrier route via the Col des Sauts, which will take you to the ridge. The view is magnificent. Climb up to the ridge.
Leave the woods to reach the edge of the cliffs overlooking the lake.
(2) Pass Mont Baron, which is the highest point. At the fork, turn right and continue downhill towards the Vallon du Creux du Loup road without joining it. Stay on the westward route. Pass the old cable car, where there are two orientation tables (view of Les Bauges and the lake).
Descend towards the Col des Contrebandiers via a passage equipped with railings.
(3) Before the pass, head towards Veyrier. Pass the climbing rock and continue downhill through the forest.
Leave the path towards Veyrier Le Péril and head towards La Combe.
(4) When you reach the hamlet of La Combe, leave theGR® de Pays signposts, descend and find a path leading down to the lake among the houses, towards the landing stage. Descend to the road closest to the lake and return to the starting point along the lake.
This area is very popular with trail runners.
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