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Sainte-Marie-d'Alvey walks
Circular walk of Chenevières, via the Roche des Millières
Visorando Member 
2.55 mi
+705 ft
-715 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Sainte-Marie-d'Alvey (Savoie)
Les Chenevières is a wooded rocky ridge connecting Banchet to Mont Tournier, between the Cols de la Crusille and Cols de la Lattaz. This short circular route, which can be completed in half a day with the family, passes by the Pierre des Millières viewpoint and numerous daffodil sites in spring.
Mont Tournier
Visorando Member 6.80 mi
+1,201 ft
-1,194 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Maurice-de-Rotherens (Savoie)
The Mont Tournier hike is described several times on the site, and this circular route differs from previous descriptions in a few ways. Part of this route is on tarmac roads, but there is very little traffic.
Mont Tournier from Saint-Maurice
Visorando Member 
8.33 mi
+1,155 ft
-1,145 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Maurice-de-Rotherens (Savoie)
A modest peak in the Savoyard foothills, Mont Tournier offers the opportunity for a pleasant hike to discover the vestiges of the past and the history of the Italian engineer Galetti.
Circular route from La Lattaz to Mont Tournier from Saint-Maurice-de-Rotherens
Visorando Member 
8.00 mi
+1,368 ft
-1,355 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Maurice-de-Rotherens (Savoie)
This circular route, suitable for all seasons, takes you along the ridge of the Montagne du Tournier, which runs from the Col de la Lattaz to Mont Tournier (877m), passing through various characteristic spots in the area, with unobstructed views of the surrounding mountain ranges.
The circular Banchet: daffodils and Château de Montbel
Visorando Member 
3.67 mi
+778 ft
-761 ft
2h 20
Moderate
Departure from Ayn (Savoie)
Montagne du Banchet is very popular when the daffodils are in bloom: the proposed route runs along the flower-covered ridge and stretches to the ruins of the proud Château de Montbel.
From Col du Banchet to Château de Montbel
Visorando Member 3.77 mi
+846 ft
-820 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Ayn (Savoie)
A pleasant, sunny half-day walk, very popular in spring when the daffodils are in bloom.
Loop starting from Grésin
Visorando Member 
7.39 mi
+1,549 ft
-1,532 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Gresin (Savoie)
This loop starting from the village of Grésin allows you to discover the site where the Italian engineer Galetti installed his harp antenna.
Today, the site on the edge of a cliff offers a beautiful view of the Rhône canalised between the departments of Savoie and Ain.
It then follows a section of the Way of St James.
The route is dotted with shells, of course, but also with stone and metal crosses.
Chemin du Follaton, Chemin des Bidons
Visorando Member 
7.16 mi
+1,063 ft
-1,050 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Dullin (Savoie)
This is an 8-shaped hike; you can do the southern circular loop or the northern circular loop. You can also do both, starting from the centre of the village of Dullin.
Bois de Glaize: Saint-Martin Chapel, Recorba and Mont Tournier
Visorando Member 
5.12 mi
+988 ft
-984 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Loisieux (Savoie)
This circular route takes place mainly in the forest and can be completed in any season in half a day, allowing you to visit the characteristic sites and viewpoints of this area crossed by pilgrims on the Way of St James.
The Balcons du Lac d'Aiguebelette from Nances
Visorando Member 
7.32 mi
+1,614 ft
-1,631 ft
4h 45
Difficult
Departure from Nances (Savoie)
This long circular loop takes you across the slopes of L'Épine overlooking Lake Aiguebelette, between a rather tough and steep climb and a return to lake level. It can get hot here on summer afternoons, but it remains passable until late in the season, as long as the snow does not fall below 800m.
Mont Gela and Château de Tavollet circular
Visorando Member 
6.06 mi
+1,266 ft
-1,263 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Murs-et-Gélignieux (Ain)
Mont Gela is a micro-range at the southern end of the Bugey, which offers a variety of routes despite its low altitude and limited size. The proposed circular visits its main sites and endeavours to pass by the viewpoints of its limestone ridge. Feasible in all seasons, it requires a good sense of direction, as some forgotten passages are poorly marked on the ground and vegetation sometimes obstructs the path.
Verthemex - Le Sentier de la Vierge.
Visorando Member 2.77 mi
+961 ft
-965 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Verthemex (Savoie)
A short hike in the Savoyard hinterland on ancient paths, once essential to economic life, now developed for the enjoyment of hikers.
La Croix du Signal and the Échelles de Château Richard on the Verthemex side
Visorando Member 
4.55 mi
+1,211 ft
-1,204 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Marcieux (Savoie)
A circular forest loop, which can be completed in half a day and is accessible for most of the year, passing by the Croix du Signal viewpoint overlooking the Cluse de Chambéry and the Échelles de Chateau-Richard with its views of Lake Aiguebelette.
Château Richard and Croix du Signal on the Verthemex side
Visorando Member 
4.73 mi
+1,207 ft
-1,207 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Marcieux (Savoie)
A hike for everyone, entirely through woodland, with two superb viewpoints to discover the Chambéry basin, the foothills of the Bauges massif, the northern Chartreuse (Mont Granier) and, the icing on the cake, His Majesty Mont Blanc.
There is a slight difficulty in the form of three steel ladders, which can be bypassed via another path so you don’t miss a thing.
Circular of the Hauts de Saint-Genix-sur-Guiers
Visorando Member 
8.79 mi
+1,119 ft
-1,089 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Genix-sur-Guiers (Savoie)
This walk allows you to discover the village of Saint-Genix and climb to its heights to cross a rural area offering beautiful views of the Chartreuse, then follow a section of the Way of St James leading back to the village after crossing a forest.
Croix du Signal
Visorando Member 
5.30 mi
+1,430 ft
-1,430 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Verthemex (Savoie)
The Croix du Signal is a point on the Mont du Chat ridge that is easily accessible in all seasons and offers, in fine weather, a sweeping view. In winter, the easiest ascent is on the western slope, from the former Verthemex snow stadium.
Route around Combe Grenand
Visorando Member 2.93 mi
+951 ft
-928 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from La Bridoire (Savoie)
An easy route starting from the village of La Bridoire, where you can learn about contemporary history and marvel at the work of water, which over thousands of years has shaped the geological curiosities of what is now the Combe Grenand.
There are various information panels along the route, including a series in the form of a game for children.
Loop around La Bridoire and Saint-Béron
Visorando Member 
6.78 mi
+1,726 ft
-1,719 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from La Bridoire (Savoie)
A very pleasant walk, often in the shade. Ideal for very hot days. Very little tarmac and, as a bonus, waterfalls. Points of interest: the Robin Stele (a tragic episode in the Resistance), the gorges visible from the footbridge, the waterfall, etc.
On the heights of La Bridoire
Visorando Member 
5.80 mi
+1,299 ft
-1,299 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from La Bridoire (Savoie)
A pleasant walk in good weather. Some sections are quite steep.
Please note that for much of the route, signposting is virtually non-existent. Take care, and use the map or GPS track.
Château Richard Croix du Signal circuit.
Visorando Member 
6.28 mi
+1,637 ft
-1,634 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from La Motte-Servolex (Savoie)
The Épine massif near Chambéry is criss-crossed by numerous marked and unmarked trails. It is a mountain that has always been frequented by humans.
It is a living mountain with economic and tourist attractions.
Here is a short circuit that allows you to discover some of its attractions.
From the Col de l'Épine
Visorando Member 6.81 mi
+1,499 ft
-1,522 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from La Motte-Servolex (Savoie)
A beautiful hike, not too difficult despite a few climbs! But no problem for experienced hikers. The route is partly shaded.
La Croix de Saint-Clair from Izieu
Visorando Member 
3.44 mi
+764 ft
-774 ft
2h 15
Moderate
Departure from Izieu (Ain)
A hike from the picturesque village of Izieu, steeped in history, to a breathtaking viewpoint overlooking the Rhône and its valley.
Mont de Cordon from La Bruyère
Visorando Member 
4.60 mi
+837 ft
-833 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Brégnier-Cordon (Ain)
A lovely walk starting from the banks of the Rhône, leading to the Mont de Cordon viewpoint (altitude 400 m) and offering a beautiful panorama of the Rhône and the Izieu mountain. During the climb, you pass a beautiful private castle and on the way back, you can see three caves that were inhabited during prehistoric times: the Bonne Femme cave, an unnamed cave and the Liévrin cave.
The Grand Thur circular loop from Izieu
Visorando Member 
3.41 mi
+1,030 ft
-1,030 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Izieu (Ain)
Circular route above Izieu, suitable for all seasons. The route is mainly through forest but offers some views of the Rhône valley and the surrounding mountains.
Mont Grelle
Visorando Member 
9.94 mi
+3,960 ft
-3,976 ft
8h 00
Difficult
Departure from Aiguebelette-le-Lac (Savoie)
This hike takes you to the summit of Mont Grelle and runs along part of Lake Aiguebelette, which can be admired from a viewpoint.
Aiguebelette, Rocher du Corbeau, Col du Crucifix and Col Saint-Michel
Visorando Member 
5.61 mi
+1,818 ft
-1,798 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Aiguebelette-le-Lac (Savoie)
Starting from Aiguebelette, this is an easy hike on the western slope of the Épine mountain, taking the Voie Romaine and the Voie Sarde. This route offers numerous views of Lake Aiguebelette.
See the safety recommendations at (9).
On the heights of Lake Aiguebelette
Visorando Member 5.71 mi
+1,834 ft
-1,841 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Aiguebelette-le-Lac (Savoie)
A moderately challenging hike overlooking the beautiful Lac d'Aiguebelette. You’ll follow part of the old trade routes between France and Italy and discover the François I Cave.
Water Trail in Brégnier-Cordon
Visorando Member 
4.61 mi
+774 ft
-797 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Brégnier-Cordon (Ain)
A marked trail allows you to explore several water-related areas (hillside, stream, marsh) around Glandieu and its waterfall.
Some paths are not maintained, see notices.
Between Pressins and Saint-Jean-d'Avelanne
Visorando Member 6.54 mi
+650 ft
-650 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Pressins (Isère)
This route first winds through woods and hillsides, then returns via the 'flat' part, avoiding tarmac roads where possible.
The Mont Grêle lookout
Visorando Member 
8.94 mi
+3,780 ft
-3,786 ft
7h 25
Moderate
Departure from Attignat-Oncin (Savoie)
The Mont Grêle lookout point and Archelle’s summit.
Mont Grêle is a peak that is visible from the valley of Chambéry and the Aiguebelette region.
It is easily spotted thanks to or because of the pylons that are installed at the top. Up close, these towers have still look great, but they do not alone justify the purpose of the tour, which is interesting because it offers views over Lake Aiguebelette and Chartreuse.
