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Saint-Sigismond (Haute-Savoie) walks
The Croix des 7 frères from Agy
A lovely route starting from the Agy plateau, through mountain pastures and forests, with views of the Giffre mountains on one side and the Aravis on the other.
From Romme to Les Chalets de Vormy
A very beautiful walk in the hills above Cluses. You climb, then descend, at a steady pace along a good forest track. You don’t really notice the elevation gain.
Lakes of Vernant and Airon via the Tête du Pré des Saix
A beautiful hike near Les Carroz d'Arâches. Between forest and mountain pastures, it first leads to the shores of Lac de Vernant, located between Tête du Pré des Saix, on the Les Carroz d'Arâches and Samoëns side, and Grands Vans on the Flaine side.
The ascent then leads to the Col de Vernant with a distant view of the Cirque du Fer à Cheval, then to the Tête du Pré des Saix itself, which offers a remarkable panorama of Mont Blanc and its massif, as well as the other surrounding massifs.
The descent finally ends at Lac de l'Airon, the last stage before the finish.
Jacquicourt Chapel
A lovely walk through the woods to the Chapel of Jacquicourt.
For experienced walkers (fairly steep climb).
Tête du Pré des Saix and Chalet de l'Airon from Plateaux des Saix
A short circular walk from the top station of the Telecabin du Grande Massif Express. A short variant is also described to take in the two lakes. Magnificent views from the Tête du Pré des Saix.
Pic de Marcelly
Pic de Marcelly offers magnificent views over the Giffre valley. The last few metres are relatively strenuous, but the view from the summit will quickly make you forget your fatigue. If you climb early in the morning, it is not uncommon to see numerous chamois.
Some people have found the descent difficult, see reviews
Tour de l'Arbaron
A very pleasant short hike with beautiful scenery and superb views of the Arve Valley and the Aravis mountain range (with a view of Pointe Percée). Suitable for children who can walk a little.
Lac de Gers
This is a fairly short, easy walk. The mountain pasture and lake are magnificent, but the access path, which is sometimes quite muddy, is mainly in the forest and offers few views.
Col de Platé
A long hike taking you to the famous Platé Desert, a vast limestone plateau covered in countless sharp limestone pavements. This route forms a circular route through the two beautiful valleys of the Gers and the Foges.
Between Samoëns and Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval, going up the Giffre torrent
After climbing up the Giffre torrent, cross the impressive footbridge over the Tines Gorges. Head to the hamlet of Le Mont and its small chapel to return to Samoëns, passing through picturesque villages.
Le Giffre, Gorges des Tines and Sixt Fer a Cheval from Samoens
Apart from the first hill at the start this is a mainly flat and low level walk from Samoens to Sixt Fer a Cheval and back taking in the Gorges des Tines. It is a pleasant walk with a lot to see and do.
La Bourgeoise
This is a fairly short walk with no real difficulty. There are beautiful views for much of the route and the scenery at the top is superb.
Lake Roy Pointe du Haut Fleury and La Couenasse
A mid-mountain route offering remarkable views. An easy family hike through the heart of the mountain pastures. Passes by the glacial Lake Roy. An exceptional viewpoint overlooking Lake Geneva and the Alps,
two information boards with 360° panoramic views at Pointe du Haut Fleury.
Col du Rati from Mont Caly
A circular hike offering panoramic views of the Chablais, Mont Blanc and Aravis peaks.
At the foot of Roc d'Enfer, Col Ratti allows you to approach this mountain with its formidable name.
Flaine Lake
A pleasant, easy walk that allows you to explore the Flaine valley.
Circular of the Grandes Platières
A beautiful circular at the top of Flaine, in a spectacular sharp limestone pavement setting, with one of the most beautiful views of the Mont Blanc range as a bonus.
Pointe de Nyon from Joux Plane
Starting from the Col de Joux Plane, this hike crosses the ski slopes descending from the Pointe d'Angolon (Domaine des Gets). The climb to the Pointe de Nyon offers beautiful views of the Les Gets resort and Morzine. At the summit, there is a superb view of the Haut Giffre peaks (orientation table).
Pointe de Chamossiere ridge hike, Lac de Joux Plan, Les Gets
A circular route encompassing a stunning ridge hike with views down to the glacial valley of Samoens and Sixt Fer a Cheval whilst overlooked by Mont Blanc.
On the ridges of Joux Plane to La Bourgeoise
This hike includes some vertiginous passages on the ridges between Col de Joux Plane and La Bourgeoise, overlooking Samoëns and the Giffre valley.
The lakes of Nyon Guérin and Joux Plane via the Pointe d'Angolon
A short circular hike, allowing you to admire the 360° panorama from Pointe d'Angolon and then enjoy the calm and beauty of the lakes of Nyon Guérin and Joux Plane.
Please note that the ridge walk may not be suitable for those who are prone to vertigo.
Lac de Roy and Pointe du Haut Fleury
The wide path that leads to this unexpected lake is very pleasant and easy to walk on.
You will quickly enjoy a wide panorama of Mont Blanc and the surrounding peaks until you reach a small glacial lake up to 10 m deep.
From the lake, I suggest taking the path to Pointe du Haut Fleury. A beautiful view awaits you there, along with two orientation tables.
The Tour des Chavannes via the Col de Joux Plane
This hike allows you to discover the Les Gets ski resort. It offers beautiful panoramic views of the Les Gets, Morzine and Samoens valleys. Route through the forest or mid-mountain, passing by the Col and Lac de Joux Plane.
Grand Bargy and Petit Bargy from Saint Bruno
I suggest you climb the peaks of Grand Bargy and Petit Bargy in succession in a wild environment with some beautiful panoramic views. Please note that the route includes a few off-trail sections in a chaotic environment with fairly extensive sharp limestone pavement.You will cross a ZSM (Zone of Major Sensitivity) for the protection of the bearded vulture: please read the practical information.
Crossing the Petit Bargy
This is one of the most beautiful hikes in the Arve Valley, offering a wide variety of flora, fauna and geology.
Pointe de Chalune via Chalet Blanc
A must-do and very popular hike in the Sommand area. Located at over 2,000 m, the Pointe de Chalune is accessible and does not present any particular difficulty. However, don't underestimate the 578 m climb to reach the summit, a small plateau topped by a cairn, where you can enjoy a 360° panorama.
Pointes de Chavasse and Chalune traverse
This is an interesting circular loop that crosses the Pointes de Chavasse and then Chalune, with extensive views of the Northern Alps along the way. The elevation gain is not very significant, but the climbs are steep, particularly the one up the West Couloir of Pointe de Chavasse, which alone justifies the "very difficult" rating.
Pointe de Chalune and Roc d'Enfer loop
In the heart of the Chablais region, climb two iconic peaks: the Pointe de Chalune and the Roc d'Enfer. This long and demanding hike is most difficult when crossing the Roc d'Enfer, where there are a few exposed sections that require great caution.
The Grand Tour of Mont-Chéry via Col Lachat
This route allows you to explore the entire Mont-Chéry area. This hike is signposted "Le Grand Tour du Mont Chéry" (Pink hike). I suggest a variation by climbing Mont-Chéry and passing through the Col de Lachat. Much of this hike offers magnificent views of the Mont Blanc range and the Pre-Alps.
Circular via the Col de Chavannais and Col de Vésinaz from Sommand
A very beautiful circular offering a variety of landscapes. At Col des Charmettes and Col de Chavannais, you can enjoy extensive views of the Chablais. This route is surrounded by numerous peaks that appear as you hike: Haute Pointe, Pointe de Chavasse, Pointe de Chalune. At Col de Vésinaz, a panorama of the Mont Blanc massif awaits you.
From Sommand to Praz-de-Lys
This beautiful round trip allows you to explore both ends of the Sommand-Praz-de-Lys resort. At Col de la Ramaz, you can enjoy a superb panorama of the Mont Blanc massif.
Haute Pointe, Chavasse and Chalune loop from Sommand
Starting from the Sommand ski resort, this loop offers access to three peaks in the area: Haute Pointe, Pointe de Chavasse and Pointe de Chalune. This route mainly takes you through alpine pastures, offering beautiful views along the way.
Please note! Some sections require caution: the route is off-trail and involves steep slopes where you must take care not to slip (see the practical information section). Please note that during the summer months (July to September), the route crosses pastoral land where there may be flocks of sheep and sheepdogs (see the practical information section).