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Saint-Sigismond (Haute-Savoie) walks
Circular route around Montagne de Chevran
Visorando Member
4.79 mi
+2,054 ft
-2,044 ft
4h 00
Difficult
Departure from Arâches-la-Frasse (Haute-Savoie)
A forest hike around Montagne de Chevran. At the summit, there is a beautiful viewpoint, and on the way back you’ll pass through the stunning Chevran mountain pastures. Please note that the climb is short but steep.
The Croix des 7 frères from Agy
Association / Club / Walk leader11.80 mi
+2,697 ft
-2,687 ft
7h 45
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Sigismond (Haute-Savoie) (Haute-Savoie)
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
8.81 mi
+2,559 ft
-2,536 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Nancy-sur-Cluses (Haute-Savoie)
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
5.34 mi
+1,680 ft
-1,667 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Arâches-la-Frasse (Haute-Savoie)
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
6.28 mi
+2,333 ft
-2,333 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Verchaix (Haute-Savoie)
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
8.19 mi
+2,438 ft
-2,415 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Samoëns (Haute-Savoie)
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
3.57 mi
+1,755 ft
-1,749 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Taninges (Haute-Savoie)
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
Pointe du Château
6.92 mi
+2,710 ft
-2,707 ft
6 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Nancy-sur-Cluses (Haute-Savoie)
This is a steady climb through the forest and then across mountain pastures to reach a beautiful ridge in the northern Aravis, offering sweeping views. Several peaks along the ridge can be visited on snowshoes or ski touring.
Tour de l'Arbaron
2.99 mi
+807 ft
-810 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Arâches-la-Frasse (Haute-Savoie)
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
7.96 mi
+1,516 ft
-1,535 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Samoëns (Haute-Savoie)
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
13.72 mi
+4,239 ft
-4,239 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Samoëns (Haute-Savoie)
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
8.85 mi
+1,070 ft
-1,060 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Samoëns (Haute-Savoie)
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
9.44 mi
+1,480 ft
-1,480 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Samoëns (Haute-Savoie)
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
3.24 mi
+1,585 ft
-1,585 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Samoëns (Haute-Savoie)
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.
La Pointe du Haut Fleury
2.23 mi
+1,555 ft
-1,555 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Taninges (Haute-Savoie)
A lovely snowshoe hike starting from Praz de Lys. Superb panoramic views (Lake Geneva, Chablais, Mont Blanc, Aravis, Bornes/Bargy...).
Lake Roy Pointe du Haut Fleury and La Couenasse
6.50 mi
+2,500 ft
-2,503 ft
5h 10
Difficult
Departure from Taninges (Haute-Savoie)
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.
Pointe de Chavasse from Praz de Lys
7.69 mi
+2,300 ft
-2,293 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Taninges (Haute-Savoie)
Set off to explore a lesser-known peak in the region. This climb will delight you with its wilder character, with the added bonus of a magnificent view from the summit.
The Pointe de Perret circular loop from Praz-de-Lys
4.80 mi
+1,631 ft
-1,617 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Taninges (Haute-Savoie)
Ideal for a half-day hike, the ascent of the Pointe de Perret offers magnificent views over the Arve valley, the Bargy and Aravis ranges, as well as the Sommand resort and the Haute Pointe.
The Pointe d’Uble and the Vallée des Munes from the Praz de Lys
8.51 mi
+3,514 ft
-3,491 ft
7h 00
Difficult
Departure from Taninges (Haute-Savoie)
A beautiful circular route including the ascent of Pointe d’Uble, one of the peaks surrounding the Praz de Lys plateau. The return journey takes you through the charming Munes valley and its waterfall. With a bit of luck, you may spot some mouflons along the way.
The Pointe de Bornand via the Belvédère d'Aujon
4.53 mi
+1,844 ft
-1,877 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Arâches-la-Frasse (Haute-Savoie)
A lovely walk starting from Flaine, with no particular difficulty, featuring a pleasant route through the sharp limestone pavement and a section along the cliff edge.
Col du Rati from Mont Caly
8.96 mi
+2,654 ft
-2,635 ft
6h 25
Moderate
Departure from Les Gets (Haute-Savoie)
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
6.24 mi
+1,936 ft
-1,923 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Magland (Haute-Savoie)
A pleasant, easy walk that allows you to explore the Flaine valley.
Circular of the Grandes Platières
7.76 mi
+2,956 ft
-2,956 ft
6h 10
Difficult
Departure from Magland (Haute-Savoie)
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
4.98 mi
+2,146 ft
-2,152 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Verchaix (Haute-Savoie)
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).
Randonnée sur la crête de la Pointe de Chamossière, Lac de Joux Plan, Les Gets
3.60 mi
+1,352 ft
-1,325 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Verchaix (Haute-Savoie)
Un circuit qui comprend une superbe randonnée sur une crête avec vue sur la vallée glaciaire de Samoëns et Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval, tout en étant dominé par le Mont Blanc.
The Pointe d'Angolon
5.99 mi
+2,188 ft
-2,185 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Verchaix (Haute-Savoie)
A beautiful circular route, starting right next to the Col de Joux Plane. The Pointe d’Angolon and the ridge walk leading to it offer exceptional panoramic views.
On the ridges of Joux Plane to La Bourgeoise
2.59 mi
+699 ft
-673 ft
1h 50
Moderate
Departure from Verchaix (Haute-Savoie)
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
3.85 mi
+1,765 ft
-1,768 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Verchaix (Haute-Savoie)
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.
The Pointe d'Angolon via the Arête de Chamossière
9.02 mi
+2,746 ft
-4,078 ft
6h 30
Difficult
Departure from Les Gets (Haute-Savoie)
A circular loop around the resort of Les Gets with an ascent to the Pointe d’Angolon, where the panorama is superb, offering views of: the Fiz and Aravis ranges, the Mont Blanc massif in the background and the Dents du Midi. You can also see Morzine clearly and a stretch of Lake Geneva.
The climb to Pointe d’Angolon is a good introduction to ridge trails as it is slightly exposed, with cables at one point. However, the route is never difficult.
Lac de Roy and Pointe du Haut Fleury
5.09 mi
+1,237 ft
-1,227 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Taninges (Haute-Savoie)
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
7.36 mi
+1,503 ft
-1,512 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Les Gets (Haute-Savoie)
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
7.86 mi
+4,016 ft
-3,996 ft
7h 05
Very difficult
Departure from Le Reposoir (Haute-Savoie)
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
5.51 mi
+2,822 ft
-2,822 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Le Reposoir (Haute-Savoie)
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
3.99 mi
+1,844 ft
-1,844 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Mieussy (Haute-Savoie)
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
5.09 mi
+2,644 ft
-2,641 ft
4h 40
Very difficult
Departure from Mieussy (Haute-Savoie)
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
11.78 mi
+4,587 ft
-4,580 ft
10 hrs
Extremely difficult
Departure from Mieussy (Haute-Savoie)
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.
Tour of the Pointe de Chavasse
4.65 mi
+1,598 ft
-1,594 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Mieussy (Haute-Savoie)
This less-frequented circular route, via the Cols de Chavan and de Vésinaz, takes place in a more pastoral and wilder setting, offering beautiful views of the Pointe de Chavasse and the Pointe de Chavannais.
The Grand Tour of Mont-Chéry via Col Lachat
7.98 mi
+1,952 ft
-3,176 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Les Gets (Haute-Savoie)
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
6.70 mi
+2,326 ft
-2,323 ft
5h 05
Difficult
Departure from Mieussy (Haute-Savoie)
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
6.06 mi
+925 ft
-925 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Mieussy (Haute-Savoie)
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
7.22 mi
+3,629 ft
-3,602 ft
6h 30
Very difficult
Departure from Mieussy (Haute-Savoie)
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).