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Pierre Taillée loop
Visorando Member
5.67 mi
+2,051 ft
-2,070 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Thorens-Glières (Haute-Savoie)
A circular hike to enjoy the Belvédère de Pierre Taillée viewpoint overlooking the Filière valley. The route is varied, through forest and then along the river. The village of Usillon is the starting point for the Glières plateau, another popular hiking destination.
Montagne de Sous-Dîne from Usillon
8.95 mi
+4,209 ft
-4,213 ft
7h 45
Difficult
Departure from Thorens-Glières (Haute-Savoie)
Starting from Usillon, I suggest you head for the Montagne de Sous-Dîne, taking in various lovely views along the way. The route, which is relatively easy, first takes you to the Belvédère de La Pierre Taillée and the Col de l’Enclave, then returns via the Col de Landron.
Chemin de la Vuettaz
4.34 mi
+1,496 ft
-1,476 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Thorens-Glières (Haute-Savoie)
A walk offering spectacular views in good weather.
Sous Dîne, Col du Câble and Chalet de Balme circular loop
7.54 mi
+3,307 ft
-3,291 ft
5 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Thorens-Glières (Haute-Savoie)
A very beautiful hike with a 360° view from the summit; a fairly long circular route that is technically very challenging. The route alternates between woodland and the sharp limestone pavement, followed by a fairly technical descent to the Col du Câble, featuring a very difficult section. This is followed by a fairly easy descent to the Chalet de Balme, then along a track suitable for vehicles, and through woodland.
Please note: an exposed section at the Col du Câble is reserved for experienced walkers who do not suffer from vertigo.
Circular Sous-Dine loop via the Passage du Monthieu
6.48 mi
+2,943 ft
-2,927 ft
5h 35
Difficult
Departure from Thorens-Glières (Haute-Savoie)
The Sous-Dîne plateau, whose summit is just under 2,000 m, offers a magnificent view of the cliffs that form it. The Aravis and Mont Blanc massifs seem close enough to touch.
Col de l'Enclave and Col de Landron
4.96 mi
+2,215 ft
-2,218 ft
4h 10
Easy
Departure from Thorens-Glières (Haute-Savoie)
Close to Montagne de Sous-Dîne, a lovely route through magnificent scenery. Nature is dressed in its finest and offers us a symphony of autumnal colours. The route between Col de Landron and Col de l’Enclave takes you through a superb, fairly wild environment and an explosion of colours in the trees.
Tour of the Le Pesse woods
2.98 mi
+331 ft
-331 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Évires (Haute-Savoie)
Short, easy walk with some interesting views.
Villaz waterfall circuit
1.95 mi
+617 ft
-610 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Villaz (Haute-Savoie)
An easy, shaded walk with two waterfalls along the way. Ideal for families and on hot days, with a beautiful view of the Parmelan.
The Sous-Dîne mountain in a circular fashion via the Pas du Roc
11.61 mi
+4,249 ft
-4,272 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Thorens-Glières (Haute-Savoie)
Hike with 360° panoramic views from the Jura to Mont Blanc, ridge route, beautiful route in magnificent surroundings.
Caution: at (S/E) and (5), see important recommendations in the practical information section.
Chalet du Plan via the Pas du Roc
4.80 mi
+1,565 ft
-1,581 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Thorens-Glières (Haute-Savoie)
Between showers, with temperatures rather cool for what was supposed to be spring, we enjoyed a short walk in familiar surroundings, but the route was as enchanting as ever.
Pas du Roc and Montagne des Frêtes
5.41 mi
+2,185 ft
-2,182 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Thorens-Glières (Haute-Savoie)
The route via the Pas du Roc – a path carved into the rock, well secured – offers a magnificent view of the waterfall, which can be reached via a short detour. After the Pas du Roc viewpoint, at a junction at a place called La Source, a short circular route begins via the Montagne des Frêtes to the Champ Laitier valley, which you will then descend to return to your starting point.
The Parmelan plateau via the Chalet des Espagnols and the Plan de l'Aigle
10.58 mi
+3,435 ft
-3,445 ft
7h 50
Very difficult
Departure from Thorens-Glières (Haute-Savoie)
From the Vallée de la Fillière, I suggest you visit a little-frequented area of the Plateau du Parmelan, located to its north-east. This route, which is rather "wild" in places, winds its way through pretty landscapes with some beautiful views towards the Montagne de Sous-Dine and the Plateau des Glières. Along the way, there are three caves that are worth checking out.
Please note that this route presents some difficulties: rough terrain, steep slopes and orientation issues.For more details, see below and, in particular, the Practical Information section.
Tête Ronde and Mont Téret circular from Les Molliets
12.05 mi
+4,190 ft
-4,209 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Thorens-Glières (Haute-Savoie)
Starting from the Fillière Valley, I suggest a lovely circular trail to the south-west of the Glières Plateau, through sometimes wild surroundings, with some beautiful views along the way: the trail leads successively to three peaks (Tête Noire, Tête Ronde and Tête d'Arpettaz), then after a short passage through the Gorge d'Ablon, it joins the Mont Téret sector via the Croix du Bénitier.Please note that a little caution is required on the few sections of sharp limestone pavement you will cross.
Circuit of the Parmelan plateau via the Pertuis Valley
11.25 mi
+4,396 ft
-4,400 ft
9h 00
Difficult
Departure from Villaz (Haute-Savoie)
I suggest you take a lovely walk around the Parmelan plateau, situated between the Fier Valley (to the south) and the Fillière Valley (to the north), near Annecy and its lake.
The route, which can be challenging at times, winds through a landscape strongly characterised by limestone and its Urgonian sharp limestone pavement, all set against a backdrop of magnificent scenery.
The Parmelan refreshment stands
6.23 mi
+3,202 ft
-3,228 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Villaz (Haute-Savoie)
It is undoubtedly its proximity to Annecy that makes this mountain a place where hikers can find comfort after a more or less strenuous hike.
Chalet de Balme from Mont-Piton
6.66 mi
+1,913 ft
-1,913 ft
4h 45
Easy
Departure from Thorens-Glières (Haute-Savoie)
A hike offering beautiful views of the Pointe de Sous-Dine and the Roche Parnal, the access route to the Col de Spée and the Glières Massif. The view also extends to the Jura, the Salève and Lake Geneva.
Snowshoes on the Glières Plateau
6.25 mi
+1,165 ft
-1,165 ft
4 hrs
Easy
Departure from Thorens-Glières (Haute-Savoie)
Snowshoe circuit on the vast Glières Plateau.
Besides the historical aspect, the Glières Plateau is interesting to visit because the mountains that surround it are strong points of reference.
The Glières Plateau
7.93 mi
+1,696 ft
-1,696 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Thorens-Glières (Haute-Savoie)
A peaceful hike through the plateau's mountain pastures, a place steeped in the history of the Glières maquis. The route also offers panoramic views of the region's mountain ranges.
Les Chalets des Auges
4.76 mi
+1,463 ft
-1,467 ft
5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Thorens-Glières (Haute-Savoie)
A magnificent snowshoe hike that is relatively well known on the Glières plateau, a hotspot of the Resistance. This hike offers magnificent panoramic views.
Glières Plateau and Notre-Dame des Neiges Chapel
4.97 mi
+781 ft
-755 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Thorens-Glières (Haute-Savoie)
A lovely, easy walk on the Glières Plateau, offering the chance to explore the mountain pastures and the Notre-Dame des Neiges Chapel with unobstructed views. There are numerous chalets and alpine farms with herds in summer.
Pointe de Puvat from the Glières Plateau
5.49 mi
+1,699 ft
-1,699 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Thorens-Glières (Haute-Savoie)
Pointe de Puvat overlooks the Glières plateau and offers an exceptional view of Mont Lachat, Sous-Dine and, in the distance, Mont Blanc and the Alps.
Pointe de Puvat and Pointe de Québlette from the Plateau des Glières
8.52 mi
+2,221 ft
-2,251 ft
5h 50
Very difficult
Departure from Thorens-Glières (Haute-Savoie)
Starting from the Plateau des Glières, I suggest you explore the Montagne des Auges whilst taking in some very lovely views. The route reaches the Pointe de Puvat, then joins the Arête Dran before following a beautiful ridge line towards the Pointe de la Québlette. Please note that the route passes through a few exposed sections requiring a degree of caution: please read the ‘Practical Information’ section below.
The Tour de la Montagne des Frettes
9.55 mi
+2,421 ft
-2,428 ft
6h 30
Moderate
Departure from Thorens-Glières (Haute-Savoie)
This circuit starts from the Col des Glières, on the plateau of the same name, in this important resistance site near Annecy.
Note: this hike can be done on snowshoes; see the Practical Information section for more details.
The Glières Plateau and the Notre-Dame des Neiges Chapel
5.27 mi
+899 ft
-886 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Thorens-Glières (Haute-Savoie)
A beautiful, easy hike on the Glières Plateau, offering clear views of the mountain pastures and the Notre-Dame des Neiges Chapel. There are many chalets and mountain farms with herds of livestock in summer.
Tête Noire, Tête Ronde and Tête de l'Arpettaz
7.06 mi
+2,139 ft
-2,136 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Thorens-Glières (Haute-Savoie)
Tête Noire, Tête Ronde and Tête de l'Arpettaz: three peaks overlooking the southern end of the Glières Plateau. The hike takes you through a fairly wild and unfrequented part of the peaks surrounding the famous historic plateau. Magnificent 360° view.
Col de l'Ovine
4.30 mi
+1,686 ft
-1,686 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Thorens-Glières (Haute-Savoie)
A very beautiful snowshoe hike starting from the Plateau des Glières.
Plaine de Dran circular loop
5.04 mi
+1,089 ft
-1,089 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Thorens-Glières (Haute-Savoie)
On the southern part of the Glières Plateau, this circular route offers beautiful views, including:
- Sous-Dine mountain and Roche Parnal to the north,
- Les Auges, Pointe de Puvat, L'Ovine and Pointe de la Québlette to the east,
- Dent du Cruet, Dents de Lanfon and the three Têtes des Glières to the south.
And, as always, the beauty and immensity of the snow-covered plateau.
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