Pugny-Chatenod walks

A lovely walk, mainly through woodland, which takes you up the slopes and across the Revard plateau. Throughout this route, there are beautiful views over the Aix-les-Bains basin and Lake Bourget. The Chemin du Golet de la Pierre, the most direct route to Mont Revard, can be challenging, with an elevation gain of nearly 1,000 metres over the first three kilometres. Make sure you’re wearing suitable footwear and are fit enough to tackle this walk.

This walk follows the route of the Crémaillère, a railway line that opened on 15 August 1892 and once linked the spa town of Aix-les-Bains to Mont-Revard. It’s a very pleasant walk in summer, as it mainly passes through woodland and the mountain pastures of Mont-Revard. It was in 2001 that the ‘Association Tourisme et Culture Autour de la Crémaillère’ began developing the Sentier de la Crémaillère, starting from Mouxy. Originally, the first station was situated in the centre of the spa town, very close to the Hôtel Bernascon. This walk covers the first section, between Mouxy and Pugny-Chatenod.

A half-day walk to discover the tourist heritage, a chapel and panoramic views. The yellow-marked route runs below Mont Revard. This circular walk can be practiced in either direction.

A country walk between Lac du Bourget and the foothills of Le Revard. Along the way, you will discover wash houses, a bread oven, a number of metal crosses perched on stone blocks, the slightly secluded Saint-Maurice Chapel, the old village of Clarafond, etc. And, weather permitting, more distant panoramic views. There are no specific markings, but there are a few mountain bike markers here and there.

Le Revard is a plateau offering magnificent views of both the Northern Alps around Mont Blanc and Lake Bourget at its feet. This circular route climbs from the edge of the old cable car station, ascending the very steep Pas du Rebollion off-trail, then, after a route passing through several bumps on the plateau, descends via the classic Pertuiset trail.Route modified on 3/07/2023 between (6) and (9) to avoid private land, then on 20/10/2025 between (4) and (5) to take into account changes in the equipment.

This circuit takes you to Le Revard via the Chemin de la Crémaillère and back down via the Pas du Rebollion and the Col du Pertuiset. There are a few variations that add extra difficulty to this circuit. This circuit can be done in the opposite direction to the description.

A pleasant route on the heights of Le Revard, combining a variety of points of interest. Panoramic view of Aix-les-Bains and the lake, reminiscent of the old cable car and rack railway connections. Poets' trail in summer. Panoramic views, mountain pastures and cheese...

Walk through the forest, sometimes on a trail, sometimes on a forest track, then emerge in the mountain pastures of the Chalets de la Clusaz and reach the sublime viewpoint of the Tour des Ébats, where you can admire Lake Bourget, the Chaîne de l'Épine, the Bauges, the Tournette and, in the distance, Mont Blanc. Then, follow the ridge to reach the highest point of Le Revard, the Tour de l'Angle Est, with its magnificent panorama. Return via the Crémaillére trail.

This hike through the mountain pastures allows you to discover the Creusates peat bog and its educational trail, as well as the Croix des Bergers, offering magnificent panoramic views of the Bauges Massif and the surrounding mountains and Mont Blanc

A short family walk that leads to a beautiful view from the Croix des Bergers. No problem for children in good weather, of course. Allow 2½ hours for the round trip.

A family walk taking around two hours there and back, including a visit to the cave. An easier alternative to the existing hike, the Combe aux Moines and the Grotte des Fées, which is a bit long for young children. Starts from the last accessible car park on the Chemin de la Grotte des Fées Following comments, the difficulty has been changed to "Medium", which wasn’t my initial impression as the walk was done with young children. Take particular care on the Chemin du Singe. ⚠️ To reach the car park at the start of the Grotte des Fées, from Aix-Les-Bains, follow the “Chemin du Ponsonnet” to the left of the D48, then turn right onto the “Chemin de la grotte des fées”.

This is a family hike that can be enjoyed in any season between two resorts in the Massif des Bauges. With snow, a winter atmosphere is guaranteed, especially if you encounter dog sled teams. In summer, it is a refreshing, shaded route. Moderator's note added on 09/06/2021: as some sections of the route are now private, it is useful to have a map to find alternatives

L'Orionde is not the best known or most popular spot on this circuit, but it offers panoramic views to the east and west. The most famous site is, of course, the Croix du Nivolet, which, for once, happens to be on the route. All in all, a beautiful loop with a succession of panoramic views.

From the car park at the church in Saint Offenge-dessous, this circular route leads south through countryside, forest and hamlets. Alternating between roads with very little traffic, paths and trails, it offers some beautiful views.

This route is for experienced hikers, as it includes a few topographical challenges and requires a map and compass in addition to a GPS. However, it is also good practice for orientation without any risk, as the road from La Féclaz to Le Revard is never far away.

This walk allows you to take in the panoramic view of Lake Bourget from the village of Tresserve, then walk around Tresserve Hill and enjoy the lakeside beaches along the cycle path.