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Leschaux walks
Tour of the Semnoz plateau
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5.07 mi
+1,204 ft
-1,201 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Leschaux (Haute-Savoie)
A beautiful, easy hike on the Semnoz plateau. Numerous panoramic views throughout the hike.
Le Roc des Bœufs
4.99 mi
+2,480 ft
-2,480 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from La Chapelle-Saint-Maurice (Haute-Savoie)
The Roc des Bœufs ridge offers magnificent views of the Bauges peaks and the Annecy basin.
The Saint-Jacques Towers loop
5.77 mi
+2,431 ft
-2,411 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Allèves (Haute-Savoie)
The Saint-Jacques Towers are a group of three monoliths that have broken away from the cliff and continue to slide 2 to 3 cm per year.
The suggested route allows you to see them from different angles, from above and below.
Along the way, note the paved road and the massive log barns.
Crête du Semnoz
5.62 mi
+1,158 ft
-1,158 ft
3 hrs
Easy
Departure from Viuz-la-Chiésaz (Haute-Savoie)
This outing was completed on Nordic touring skis.
From Semnoz Station to Crêt de l'Aigle
5.11 mi
+761 ft
-787 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Viuz-la-Chiésaz (Haute-Savoie)
This is an easy hike, suitable for families, offering beautiful views of the valley and surrounding mountain ranges.Note: this hike can also be done on touring skis or snowshoes: if using snowshoes, most of the route can be done on groomed trails.
Tour of the Semnoz resort, Annecy side
3.04 mi
+636 ft
-636 ft
3 hrs
Easy
Departure from Viuz-la-Chiésaz (Haute-Savoie)
From the resort to the plateau. Discover a hidden viewpoint in the forest, which is not signposted.
Le Golet, Col de Bornette and Crêt du Char from Mont devant
7.34 mi
+1,854 ft
-1,854 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Bellecombe-en-Bauges (Savoie)
A hike that’s very well-known locally and as beautiful as ever! You set off from Mont-devant to reach Le Golet first, then follow theGRP® trail through the Bauges Massif with stunning views to reach the Col de Bornette. Finally, you’ll climb the Crêt du Char to admire the view over the Bauges, passing through Le Mollard, which offers a magnificent view of Lake Annecy.
This hike completes two circular loops around the Col de Bornette. Depending on your fitness level, you can shorten the route by doing just one circular loop or by focusing on the view from Le Mollard.
From the Pont du Diable to the sawmills
7.13 mi
+1,332 ft
-1,335 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Bellecombe-en-Bauges (Savoie)
From the spectacular canyon at the Pont du Diable, this hike takes you to the sawmills, one of which has been restored by local heritage enthusiasts. The return route takes you through the pretty village of Bellecombe-en-Bauges
Snowshoeing via Golet de Doucy and Col de Bornette
4.78 mi
+1,309 ft
-1,309 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Bellecombe-en-Bauges (Savoie)
A pleasant snowshoe route, which often offers varied views in open terrain.
Le Roc de Four Magnin
6.39 mi
+2,277 ft
-2,290 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Bellecombe-en-Bauges (Savoie)
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.
Char Trail for Snowshoeing and Circular Trail.
4.29 mi
+1,486 ft
-1,490 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Bellecombe-en-Bauges (Savoie)
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.
Entrevernes by la Magne
3.47 mi
+1,585 ft
-1,565 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Eustache (Haute-Savoie)
A hike offering splendid views of Lake Annecy and the villages of the Bauges Natural Park.
Roc du Four Magnin
5.48 mi
+2,234 ft
-2,231 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Bellecombe-en-Bauges (Savoie)
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.
Le Crêt du Char via the Col de Bornette
4.14 mi
+1,230 ft
-1,230 ft
5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Bellecombe-en-Bauges (Savoie)
This is a snowshoe hike on safe and easily accessible slopes; only the last slope is steeper and more difficult if there is no trail. The view along the ridge is extensive, over Les Bauges, Les Bornes and Belledonne in the distance.
Tour of Montagne du Charbon, via Banc Plat and Dent des Portes
11.16 mi
+4,465 ft
-4,465 ft
9h 00
Very difficult
Departure from Bellecombe-en-Bauges (Savoie)
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.
The Prérouge Cave, the Granges du Crêt and the Chapel of Montagny
5.55 mi
+1,217 ft
-1,220 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Arith (Savoie)
When the peaks are shrouded in cloud or snow, this is an unpretentious hike through the Arith countryside. At the start of the hike, the Prérouge Cave and the resurgence near the mill are beautiful points of interest. You will also see beautiful houses and old barns.
Prérouge caves from the chocolate factory
1.65 mi
+135 ft
-135 ft
0h 50
Easy
Departure from Bellecombe-en-Bauges (Savoie)
A short round trip walk to discover two very pretty sites, along paths through the woods.
Montagne du Charbon - Pointe de Banc Plat
8.23 mi
+2,749 ft
-2,740 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from Bellecombe-en-Bauges (Savoie)
A lovely getaway in the Bauges mountains, with a round trip to the Pointe de Banc Plat (one of the two main peaks of the Montagne du Charbon). Although not very high, the Pointe de Banc Plat offers a remarkable panoramic view (the Montagne du Charbon is the northern part of the Trelod chain). The forest trail at the foot of the Montagne du Charbon is splendid.
Le Reposoir - Refuge de la Combe
3.14 mi
+1,719 ft
-436 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Bellecombe-en-Bauges (Savoie)
This hike can be done either:
- as a day trip,
- or as part of a longer hike (first stage of the circular route: Around Charbon Mountain). It was during this tour that it was completed.
Around the Charbon mountain
9.98 mi
+3,740 ft
-3,743 ft
2 days
Moderate
Departure from Bellecombe-en-Bauges (Savoie)
This circular route includes an overnight stay at the Combe refuge, where children will enjoy the end of the day at the farm-refuge (herding the flock with dogs, milking, etc.) and parents will enjoy tartiflette made with sheep's cheese. The next day's stage, which is longer than the previous day's, can only be completed with children who are not only motivated but who have already hiked in the mountains (I have personally hiked with children aged 7, 9 and 11).