Plateau des Glières walks

Tête Noire, Tête Ronde and Tête de l'Arpettaz: three peaks overlooking the southern end of the Glières Plateau. The hike takes you through a fairly wild and unfrequented part of the peaks surrounding the famous historic plateau. Magnificent 360° view.

Snowshoe circuit on the vast Glières Plateau. Besides the historical aspect, the Glières Plateau is interesting to visit because the mountains that surround it are strong points of reference.

This circuit starts from the Col des Glières, on the plateau of the same name, in this important resistance site near Annecy. Note: this hike can be done on snowshoes; see the Practical Information section for more details.

A magnificent snowshoe hike that is relatively well known on the Glières plateau, a hotspot of the Resistance. This hike offers magnificent panoramic views.

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.

A very beautiful snowshoe hike starting from the Plateau des Glières.

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.

A short hike to discover mountain wetlands and pay tribute to history. Numerous information panels line this varied route.

On the southern part of the Glières Plateau, this circular route offers beautiful views, including: - Sous-Dine mountain and Roche Parnal to the north, - Les Auges, Pointe de Puvat, L'Ovine and Pointe de la Québlette to the east, - Dent du Cruet, Dents de Lanfon and the three Têtes des Glières to the south. And, as always, the beauty and immensity of the snow-covered plateau.

A beautiful but long hike with magnificent views of the Aravis range, the Glières plateau, Mont Lachat, La Tournette, and Mont Blanc in the background. The climb to the Col de l’Ovine is challenging as it is long and steep, but the view is well worth the effort. The rest of the hike is gentle, apart from a short climb on the path after La Rosière. This forest path has a few steep sections. Signposts are placed at all junctions.

A beautiful, easy hike on the Glières Plateau, offering clear views of the mountain pastures and the Notre-Dame des Neiges Chapel. There are many chalets and mountain farms with herds of livestock in summer.

Whilst the Glières plateau is a historic landmark, it is also a magnificent place that is well worth exploring. You can do this by riding along the rocky ridge that encloses it to the south-east, approaching it from above. After completing the route, the return journey takes you past the Notre-Dame des Neiges Chapel, then round the southern end of the Sappey ridge, back to the village of the same name where the route begins.

A lovely, easy walk on the Glières Plateau, offering the chance to explore the mountain pastures and the Notre-Dame des Neiges Chapel with unobstructed views. There are numerous chalets and alpine farms with herds in summer.

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.

A magnificent hike passing through four passes around the Glières Plateau. You can enjoy views of the Bauges massif and Mont Lachat on the ascent, then on the other side, of the Montagne des Frêtes. At the end of the hike, you’ll look out over the Glières Plateau. A wide variety of landscapes.

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.

A short and easy walk around the informative trail about the formation of marshland and the different fauna and flora found there, followed by a visit to the monument erected to the resistance fighters who were based at the Plateau des Glieres in the latter part of WWII. The way back follows part of the historic trail and passes the place where equipment drops were housed and the site of the infirmary.