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Sallanches walks
From Sallanches to Burzier via the chapels
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5.15 mi
+1,722 ft
-1,719 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Sallanches (Haute-Savoie)
This hike can be found on the tourist map of the town of Sallanches. Beautiful views of the Aiguilles de Warens, the Aravis and the Mont Blanc massif, passing by several chapels and magnificent farms and chalets on the hillsides above Sallanches
The Arpenaz waterfall at the start of Sallanches
7.01 mi
+338 ft
-328 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Sallanches (Haute-Savoie)
An easy family walk that can be enjoyed in all seasons.
Pierre Fendue - Col de Doran - Arêtes des Saix
10.20 mi
+5,367 ft
-5,381 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Sallanches (Haute-Savoie)
From the hamlet of Lintre, the route passes through Pierre Fendue, Col de Doran and Arêtes des Saix.
For experienced hikers accustomed to steep slopes. You can add a few extra metres if you decide to take the Quatre Têtes alternative route at Col de Doran.
Loop via the Arête des Saix
6.18 mi
+2,933 ft
-2,920 ft
5h 25
Difficult
Departure from Sallanches (Haute-Savoie)
A loop in a little-known area at one end of the Aravis. Pretty views of Mont Blanc and the Fayet valley. Totally doable in a day, but you can use the refuges to split the route.
Mayères and Tornieux mountain huts
4.61 mi
+1,936 ft
-1,936 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Sallanches (Haute-Savoie)
A very pretty route above Sallanches, ideal for warming up when you arrive in the mountains. A wide, easy track for most of the route. In the Aravis range, facing Mont Blanc.
Lachat d'en Haut
6.11 mi
+2,274 ft
-2,287 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Passy (Haute-Savoie) (Haute-Savoie)
This former mountain pasture is located at the foot of the Aiguilles de Warens and offers a beautiful landscape reminiscent of certain panoramas in the Dolomites. A superb circular, where you will pass the Aiguille de Varan from the Zéta. At Lachat d'en Haut and along the route, you will also enjoy superb views of the Mont Blanc Massif, the Aravis Massif and the Fiz Massif.
Chalets du Doran via the Sentier du Gypaète trail
5.11 mi
+2,379 ft
-2,369 ft
4h 25
Difficult
Departure from Sallanches (Haute-Savoie)
A wild trail will take you to the vast Doran mountain pasture, offering a beautiful view of the peaks of the Aravis range and its highest point, Pointe Percée.
The Dière footbridge must be used on the route to cross a torrent. Accessible outside the snow season and depending on weather conditions.
Circuit of the Pointe d’Areu
10.97 mi
+6,099 ft
-6,083 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Sallanches (Haute-Savoie)
In the vicinity of Sallanches, a circular route linking Doran and the Col de la Forclaz, returning via the Passage du Saix.
A long and demanding hike due to its significant total elevation gain, presenting two major challenges:
- The approach to the Col de la Forclaz: quite steep and potentially exposed to rockfalls.
- The Passage du Saix: an exposed route secured by cables.
This hike is therefore not recommended for inexperienced walkers.
The shepherd's hut at the start of Cordon
4.54 mi
+2,123 ft
-2,110 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Cordon (Haute-Savoie)
Magnificent scenery, particularly over the Aravis mountains. Option to extend the hike to Grand Croise Baulet.
A walk around the Cordon ski area
1.58 mi
+817 ft
-817 ft
1h 25
Moderate
Departure from Cordon (Haute-Savoie)
A short, quick walk around the tiny Cordon ski area and its magnificent views.
Excellent value for effort in terms of the views.
The Granges and Montavus circular snowshoe loop
6.08 mi
+1,332 ft
-1,329 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Combloux (Haute-Savoie)
A lovely circular snowshoe route offering magnificent views of the Mont Blanc massif, the Fiz massif and, in particular, the Aiguilles de Warens and the Aravis.
Le Grand Croisse Baulet
11.25 mi
+3,576 ft
-3,566 ft
8h 15
Difficult
Departure from Combloux (Haute-Savoie)
The Petit and Grand Croisse Baulet form part of a forward spur of the Aravis range. They stand out in the valley, from Sallanches to Domancy. Their prominent position on the Aravis massif makes them a remarkable vantage point. The summit offers a breathtaking panorama of the Mont Blanc range, the Aravis to the west, and the Fiz further north. This circular route is challenging but presents no technical difficulties.
Jaillet loop from Combloux
5.66 mi
+1,591 ft
-1,588 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Combloux (Haute-Savoie)
From the Combloux resort, starting from the Cuchet car park, complete a loop to discover the Jaillet via the Sommet des Salles and the Lac du Jaillet.Hike along a carriage road through pine forests, alpine pastures and ski slopes, with views of the Petit and Grand Croisse Baulet and the Mont Blanc range.
Circular snowshoe loop to the Prapacot mountain pasture in Combloux
3.08 mi
+965 ft
-965 ft
3 hrs
Easy
Departure from Combloux (Haute-Savoie)
Snowshoe walk starting from Les Intages (municipality of Combloux).
The route is very well marked, fairly easy and can be adapted.
An alternative route allows you to reach the Saint-Gervais Mont Blanc resort (Le Bettex) from Prapacot.
Gouille des Fours - Col des Annes via Lac de Tardevant
8.45 mi
+3,120 ft
-4,147 ft
6h 35
Difficult
Departure from Sallanches (Haute-Savoie)
From Gouille des Fours, head towards Lac de Tardevant via the Grande Forclaz and Ambrevetta passes, then return via alpine pastures and forests to La Pointe and Col des Annes.
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