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Mémorial des Glières walks
The Glières Plateau
Visorando Member
7.93 mi
+1,696 ft
-1,696 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Thorens-Glières (Haute-Savoie)
A peaceful hike through the plateau's mountain pastures, a place steeped in the history of the Glières maquis. The route also offers panoramic views of the region's mountain ranges.
Pointe de Puvat from the Glières Plateau
5.49 mi
+1,699 ft
-1,699 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Thorens-Glières (Haute-Savoie)
Pointe de Puvat overlooks the Glières plateau and offers an exceptional view of Mont Lachat, Sous-Dine and, in the distance, Mont Blanc and the Alps.
The Plateau des Glières discovery trail
3.00 mi
+177 ft
-171 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Le Petit-Bornand-les-Glières (Haute-Savoie)
A short hike to discover mountain wetlands and pay tribute to history. Numerous information panels line this varied route.
Pointe de Puvat and Pointe de Québlette from the Plateau des Glières
8.52 mi
+2,221 ft
-2,251 ft
5h 50
Very difficult
Departure from Thorens-Glières (Haute-Savoie)
Starting from the Plateau des Glières, I suggest you explore the Montagne des Auges whilst taking in some very lovely views. The route reaches the Pointe de Puvat, then joins the Arête Dran before following a beautiful ridge line towards the Pointe de la Québlette. Please note that the route passes through a few exposed sections requiring a degree of caution: please read the ‘Practical Information’ section below.
La Roche Parnal and Sous Dîne loop from Les Glières
11.63 mi
+4,098 ft
-4,094 ft
8h 55
Very difficult
Departure from Le Petit-Bornand-les-Glières (Haute-Savoie)
This loop crosses La Roche Parnal and the Sous Dîne mountain. The hike passes through alpine pastures, cools off in the forest and crosses a few rocky passages, but without difficulty. You will encounter ibex, but above all, you will have a 360° panorama almost the entire time, stretching from the Jura to the Aravis and Mont Blanc ranges. However, this is a demanding route due to its length and elevation gain, although there are no technical difficulties. You can also choose to walk in the opposite direction to the one suggested here.
(!) Please read the paragraphs (5): poorly visible trail and (6) cliffs, cables, ridges, ladder, rocky outcrops.
Walks near Mémorial des Glières
The Col de la Forclaz from Entremont to Le Petit Bornand
7.27 mi
+3,100 ft
-3,707 ft
6h 05
Difficult
Departure from Entremont (Haute-Savoie)
In the commune of Glières-Val-de-Borne, in the Bargy massif, Lac de Lessy is a true gem at the foot of the Pic de Jalouvre. The walk takes you through forests and mountain pastures. It features a short rocky section. The start from La Joux and the return via Montagne de Paradis and Cocogne are what make this walk unique. You pass the two-hundred-year-old hamlet of Les Chalets de Mayse. The Chalet de Lessy is nestled on the lakeside after the Col de la Forclaz.
Parmelan loop from Dingy via the Col du Perthuis
5.71 mi
+3,005 ft
-3,091 ft
5h 15
Difficult
Departure from Dingy-Saint-Clair (Haute-Savoie)
Le Parmelan, via a slightly less traditional route.
At the summit, sharp limestone pavement, Grotte de l'Enfer (and other caves), Mont Blanc range.
Aiguille des Calvaires and Combe de Borderan
4.54 mi
+1,762 ft
-2,923 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from La Clusaz (Haute-Savoie)
A great pointy summit with a cross on top and good views followed by a descent of Borderan Combe. This could easily be done in reverse and/or without the use of the cable cars.
Col des Annes - Gouille des Fours via the Col des Verts
5.47 mi
+3,383 ft
-2,349 ft
5h 30
Difficult
Departure from Le Grand-Bornand (Haute-Savoie)
Depart from the Col des Annes, pass by the Refuge de la Pointe Percée, then by the Col des Verts. Camp at the Gouille des Fours, where ibex have made their home, with a magnificent view of Mont Blanc.
Gouille des Fours - Col des Annes via Lac de Tardevant
8.45 mi
+3,120 ft
-4,147 ft
6h 35
Difficult
Departure from Sallanches (Haute-Savoie)
From Gouille des Fours, head towards Lac de Tardevant via the Grande Forclaz and Ambrevetta passes, then return via alpine pastures and forests to La Pointe and Col des Annes.