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The Montmayeur towers
Visorando Member
7.61 mi
+1,568 ft
-1,588 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Villard-d'Héry (Savoie)
This beautiful medium-altitude hike allows you to discover the ruins of Montmayeur Castle, located on the Montraillant ridge. During the ascent, you can see the Belledonne mountain range, the Mont Blanc massif and Montmélian with its valley.
Around the Coisin, from Coise to Maltaverne
6.58 mi
+925 ft
-922 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Coise-Saint-Jean-Pied-Gauthier (Savoie)
There are few sections through woodland, alternating between dirt tracks and small roads, or sections along ridge paths amidst fruit trees. This route passes through small, somewhat secluded hamlets and offers a multitude of views of the Bauges massif, the Chartreuse or the Lauzière.
The Montlambert take-off area
5.20 mi
+2,018 ft
-2,018 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jean-de-la-Porte (Savoie)
A climb to a viewpoint well rewarded by a magnificent panorama. The descent can be made on foot (allow 3½ hours for the round trip) or, why not, by paraglider (allow 2 hours for the ascent).
The three châteaux of Cruet
3.45 mi
+495 ft
-466 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Cruet (Savoie)
An easy, pleasant and varied circular walk through the vineyards and surroundings of Cruet, along the foothills of the Bauges.
La Chapelle Maillée
4.52 mi
+1,155 ft
-1,132 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Cruet (Savoie)
A short hike that starts in the vineyard and climbs gently through sunny undergrowth.
The chapel is a modest oratory on an old path once used by monks between Aillons and Lourdens.
Saint Jean de la Porte heritage site
4.39 mi
+1,371 ft
-1,352 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Saint-Jean-de-la-Porte (Savoie)
A hike in the southern foothills of the Bauges mountains to discover the vineyards, winegrowers' huts and landscapes.
Well-appointed viewpoints tell the story of the local history.
Generous panoramic views of the region's mountains, including Mont Blanc.
The route is well signposted.
Tour de Planaise
7.17 mi
+499 ft
-522 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from La Chavanne (Savoie)
A long, easy walk taking in fountains, bridges and castles...
The Knights of Huile
3.94 mi
+302 ft
-289 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Bourget-en-Huile (Savoie)
The perfect family outing, this route will introduce you to the Bourget-en-Huile and Pontet marshes.
You will learn about the flora and fauna, the marshes, how they were formed and how they are being restored. There is also information about the woods and mining, castles and even Hannibal. All this is provided by information points along the route. A booklet offering a fun approach to the trail is on sale at the Chalet du Verney.
Ridges of Lac de la Thuile
6.82 mi
+1,768 ft
-1,719 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Savoie
A lovely walk with magnificent views of all the surrounding mountain ranges: Charteuse, Vercors, Belledonne, Vanoise and Mont Blanc.
Les Hauts de Sainte-Hélène
2.83 mi
+367 ft
-367 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Sainte-Hélène-du-Lac (Savoie)
A short hike that takes you through a few hamlets and offers unobstructed views of the Belledonnes and Chartreuse mountains.
Tour de Chantemerle
4.40 mi
+351 ft
-331 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Sainte-Hélène-du-Lac (Savoie)
A route for everyone that will take you to a remote hamlet and its castle steeped in history, then along the shores of Lake Sainte Hélène.
Chapeau Mont Benoît
2.62 mi
+833 ft
-833 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Saint-Pierre-d'Albigny (Savoie)
A short, easy hike at the foot of the Dent d'Arclusaz.
Along the way, you will pass a few hamlets that are still very much alive and enjoy beautiful views of the Lauzière, Belledonne and Chartreuse mountain ranges.
The Savoyard circular from Montmélian
8.43 mi
+3,481 ft
-3,455 ft
6h 55
Difficult
Departure from Montmélian (Savoie)
It is a very interesting and varied hike, offering a multitude of beautiful views of the Chambéry valley, the peaks of the Bauges, some of the peaks of the Chartreuse and Belledonne mountains, and the Tarentaise valley. This hike should be avoided in wet weather or just after a wet period.
Montmélian to Cruet circular loop
4.54 mi
+1,214 ft
-1,184 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Montmélian (Savoie)
This circular route through the vineyards guarantees a sunny route. It also offers a panoramic view of the Belledonne Massif.
Depending on the time of year, you may see work being done in the vineyards.
The route is signposted.
From Montmélian to La Roche du Guet, returning via the Col du Mont
5.92 mi
+3,084 ft
-3,091 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Montmélian (Savoie)
A good, challenging hike to reach La Roche du Guet and its two information boards.
Route via Mont Rochefort and Col du Mont
3.95 mi
+965 ft
-942 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Savoie
An easy hike that skirts around Lac de la Thuile. Mont Rochefort offers a beautiful view of the village and its lake.
Panoramic views of Belledonne, Les Bauges, etc.
Roc de Tormery circuit, Le Tapin, La Roche du Guet
5.34 mi
+1,398 ft
-1,378 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Savoie
The village's main attraction in the summer is, of course, the small Lac de la Thuile lake.
For hikers, the other attraction is the Roche du Guet, a pretty viewpoint equipped with two orientation tables.
From Lake Thuile to Mont Rochefort
4.12 mi
+925 ft
-912 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Savoie
A pleasant, quiet walk starting from the village of La Thuile. The modest summit of Mont Rochefort offers one of the best views of the lake.Local yellow-green markings and signposts.
Montgelas Circular – Croix de Chignin
7.41 mi
+2,060 ft
-2,067 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Savoie
This is a hike which, in its first section, follows little-used paths where the signposting is sparse.
The Montgelas ridge is marked by two crosses.
From (7), the signposting becomes more conventional.
Montmélian - Arbin route
4.25 mi
+797 ft
-794 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Montmélian (Savoie)
This hike describes a circular route that takes you to the historical heritage of Montmélian before discovering the Arbin vineyards.
Numerous views of Les Bauges, La Chartreuse, La Lauzière and Belledonne.
Mont Pezard route
4.88 mi
+1,115 ft
-1,115 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Détrier (Savoie)
A family hike with a variety of attractions: flora, slate quarry, chapel and other points of interest. Beautiful view of the Val Gelon on the way down. Directional signs on the ground complement this description. In addition, Lac Saint-Clair is a pleasant place to relax before or after the hike.
Pointe de la Galoppaz from the Lindar roundabout
5.41 mi
+2,041 ft
-2,031 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Aillon-le-Jeune (Savoie)
A classic destination in the Bauges Regional Nature Park, the Pointe de la Galoppaz offers a sweeping panorama of the Bauges and all the mountain ranges of the Northern Alps. This spot is very popular with gliders, paragliders and birds of prey.
Mont Morbié and Mont Pelat circular route from Col du Frêne
5.59 mi
+1,982 ft
-1,965 ft
5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pierre-d'Albigny (Savoie)
These two twin peaks are fairly low in altitude, but after heavy snowfall, climbing them on snowshoes is an interesting hike offering extensive views.
From Col du Frêne to Mont Morbié.
3.90 mi
+1,932 ft
-1,932 ft
4 hrs
Easy
Departure from Saint-Pierre-d'Albigny (Savoie)
A snowshoe hike in the sunshine on an unmarked route.
If it has not snowed for several days, simply follow the main trail.
Otherwise, follow the description.
Circular Prodin, Lac des Grenouilles, Chapotet
6.26 mi
+2,667 ft
-2,671 ft
5h 10
Easy
Departure from Presle (Savoie)
A lovely late summer walk in Belledonne.
From the start, there is a superb view of the Bauges Massif.
There is also a small orientation table at the start.
Col de la Perche and Col de l'Arbarétan
7.01 mi
+2,457 ft
-2,457 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Presle (Savoie)
Hike in the Val Gelon, varied landscapes with beautiful views of Mont Blanc and the Belledonne mountain range.
Miolans Waterfalls
6.28 mi
+1,125 ft
-1,125 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pierre-d'Albigny (Savoie)
A walk starting from Miolans that takes you to three waterfalls.
Around the Necuidet Marsh
4.41 mi
+784 ft
-787 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Savoie
A short hike near the quiet village of La Thuile and its peaceful lake.
Montmayeur Towers Route
11.38 mi
+1,814 ft
-1,827 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Détrier (Savoie)
A walk on Montraillan Hill between Belledonne and Les Bauges, following in the footsteps of the Lord of Montmayeur, vassal of the Duke of Savoy.
Circular Mont Morbier from Routhennes
4.96 mi
+2,037 ft
-2,018 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Reine (Savoie) (Savoie)
A superb short circular hike in a wild setting. Views of Les Bauges and La Chartreuse.
Best done in late spring as the altitudes are modest and the snow melts fairly quickly.
Crête de Montraillant from the Chapelle Blanche
6.13 mi
+1,017 ft
-997 ft
3 hrs
Easy
Departure from La Chapelle-Blanche (Savoie) (Savoie)
A good half-day walk to enjoy panoramic views of the Chartreuse, the Vercors in the distance, Lauzière and the nearby Belledonnes.
Please note: there is an error. This hike is on foot and not by mountain bike as indicated.
The Pic de la Sauge circular from Arvey
7.10 mi
+3,235 ft
-3,222 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from Puygros (Savoie)
This hike is less popular than the nearby Pointe de la Galoppaz, an iconic peak in the Chambéry region.
However, it is just as interesting thanks to the variety of landscapes it crosses (forests, meadows, groves, rocks, etc.) and the superb panorama of the surrounding mountains (Mont Blanc, Belledonne, Beaufortain, Bauges, Chartreuse), the Chambéry cluse and Lake Thuile.
Grand Chat loop
5.66 mi
+1,657 ft
-1,654 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Alban-des-Hurtières (Savoie)
A beautiful hike in the north of the Belledonne Massif. The ridge route offers sweeping views of the surrounding mountains. A few information boards mark the route.
Pointe de Rognier with return via the Mollards ridge
7.55 mi
+3,196 ft
-3,196 ft
6h 15
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Alban-des-Hurtières (Savoie)
This is a beautiful hike at the northern end of the Belledonne massif. With the help of an orientation table, discover the 360° view that awaits you at the top of this peak.
As indicated in the paragraph "During the hike or nearby", part of the hike can be done with young children, with an elevation gain of about 600m.
Mont Morbié
6.75 mi
+1,850 ft
-1,844 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Aillon-le-Jeune (Savoie)
An easy summit offering a panoramic view of the Massif des Bauges.
Le Grand Roc
4.47 mi
+1,952 ft
-1,978 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Thoiry (Savoie) (Savoie)
For a change from the Gallopaz, a slightly wilder route in the same area.
The Pointe de la Galoppaz loop starting from the Col des Prés
5.43 mi
+2,205 ft
-2,234 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Thoiry (Savoie) (Savoie)
This circular hike runs along the slopes and ridge of La Galoppaz (pronounced Galoppe) to reach the summit with its magnificent 360° panorama.
Vallon du Bens circular
10.78 mi
+2,956 ft
-2,963 ft
7h 30
Moderate
Departure from La Chapelle-du-Bard (Isère)
This hike is certainly a little long in its entirety, but it can easily be broken down into shorter circular loops. In addition, the wide, shaded track along most of the route is well suited to family walks.And it offers a magnificent panorama at its highest point over the Allevard massif (Belledonne range).
Summit of Montgelas and Croix de Chignin
6.37 mi
+2,362 ft
-2,349 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Curienne (Savoie)
A superb 360° panorama awaits you from the ridges of the Montgelas summit and the Chignin cross.
Magnificent views of the Bauges peaks, the Lauzière and Belledonne mountain ranges and the Chartreuse massif. Also note the Belvédère viewpoint over Lake Thuile on one side and the Chambéry valley in Grésivaudan on the other.
Pointe de Rognier and its surroundings
9.52 mi
+5,692 ft
-5,692 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Presle (Savoie)
The aim of the hike is to reach Pointe de Rognier (2,341 m) while enjoying a pleasant walk in the surrounding area, via a partial circular route starting from Col de la Perche.
This is a fairly physically demanding hike given the distance and total elevation gain.
Ternèse Canyon and Trou de l'Enfer from Le Boyat
5.12 mi
+1,493 ft
-1,519 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Curienne (Savoie)
Discover this magnificent route on the outskirts of Chambéry. Passing by the Ternèse stream (canyon) and the Trou de l'Enfer site where the Leysse river has carved its way through, this hike offers a complete change of scenery in a wild environment.
From Chapelle-du-Bard to Pont du Diable via Beauvoir
6.13 mi
+1,601 ft
-1,591 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from La Chapelle-du-Bard (Isère)
A lovely hike with beautiful views and scenery, quite varied, a little bit of tarmac but not much, with good signposting. Doable almost all year round, except in muddy conditions after rain, of course. At the Pont du Diable, you will cross the Dauphiné-Savoie border, with its pretty, colourful boundary stone. By whom?
Circuit au-dessus de la station des Aillons-Margeriaz
4.06 mi
+817 ft
-830 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Aillon-le-Jeune (Savoie)
A pleasant and easy walk, with two-thirds of the route being tarmac. In summer, this can be done in trainers.Lovely views of the small ski resort, whose slopes face the route described below.Discover the village of chalets at La Mense.
Circular Grands Moulins route via the Col and the Refuge de la Perrière
5.54 mi
+2,831 ft
-2,815 ft
5h 00
Difficult
Departure from Arvillard (Savoie)
A beautiful hike in Belledonne towards a clearly visible summit. Between the Col de la Perrière and the summit, the ascent via the north-west ridge deviates from the classic route and is intended for experienced hikers.
The Refuge and the Col de la Perrière
5.64 mi
+2,175 ft
-2,178 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Arvillard (Savoie)
A pleasant hike in the Belledonne massif. Very pretty views and a wide variety of vegetation.
Moderator's note (Caution): The Val Pelouse road is closed to all traffic 5.5km from the car park: following a landslide in January 2022, a large section of the road has been washed away.
Les Grands Moulins via the normal route and return via the ridges
7.03 mi
+3,284 ft
-3,274 ft
6h 05
Difficult
Departure from Arvillard (Savoie)
From Val Pelouse, the ascent of Les Grands Moulins (2,495 m) offers hikers a varied and magnificent route. This summit is the penultimate rocky bastion at the northern end of the Belledonne mountain range.
At the summit of Les Grands Moulins, the 360° panorama is breathtaking. To the south, Belledonne; to the west, Chartreuse and Vercors; to the north, the Chambéry cluse, Les Bauges and Les Aravis; to the east, Lauzière, Beaufortain, Vanoise and, in the background, the majestic Mont Blanc.
Tour of the Val d'Aillon
6.03 mi
+1,339 ft
-1,312 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Aillon-le-Jeune (Savoie)
Walk above and around the resort of Aillon in Les Bauges.
From Col des Près to Pointe des Torchets
3.86 mi
+1,289 ft
-1,293 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Aillon-le-Jeune (Savoie)
An easy walk in a neglected area.
The first part of the route is not marked.
The second part is marked by fading yellow and green paint marks on the trees.
Brame-Farine ridges
7.42 mi
+2,762 ft
-2,762 ft
5h 50
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Maximin (Isère) (Isère)
Hike starting from a small village in Isère (on the border with Savoie) to reach the summit that separates it from its neighbour Allevard-les-Bains. From the ridge, a superb panorama allows you to discover the latter at the foot of the massif of the same name.This hike is more athletic than recreational, with a long and fairly steep climb, mainly through sometimes damp undergrowth, which can make the descent quite slippery.
Circular route starting from the Tour d'Avalon
5.57 mi
+1,119 ft
-1,138 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Maximin (Isère) (Isère)
A lovely start from the beautiful Tour d'Avalon, followed by a fairly varied circular route through forests and villages.This route is difficult to describe due to the numerous roads and paths in this area, so a GPS and an online map (for example, downloaded via the Visorando app) are recommended. The Tour d’Avalon serves as a good landmark.
Boucle des Merveilles du Margeriaz via the Trou de l'Agneau
Tourism professional
9.85 mi
+3,894 ft
-3,898 ft
7h 55
Very difficult
Departure from Thoiry (Savoie) (Savoie)
A long and beautiful hike full of possibilities on the plateau, with alternative routes to suit all tastes, but always staying on the trails, as the Margeriaz is very rugged. Access, via the same ascent route, can be gained via the Goulet de l'Agneau, which is equipped.