This shortened, but no less ambitious, version of loop no.1 takes you on the roads of the Tour de France, with a list of passes that would make collectors drool: Forclaz, Marais, Croix Fry, Aravis & Colombière.
Along the way, discover the villages with their typical Aravis bell towers, alternating with the magnificent views offered by each of the different passes.
Cycling tip :
Possibility of dividing the program into 2 days from Thônes, or even 3 with the Colombière one-day round trip.
Idea for accommodation in Thônes :
Hotel de l'Hermitage with laundry facilities.
A relaxing break:
- In Manigod, the Lo Garajo concept café overlooking the mountains.
- A stop at La Clusaz, a village center worth visiting.
- A break on the descent of the Col de la Colombière.
- Services at Le Chinaillon or Le Grand-Bornand (shops, restaurants, accommodation, etc.).
For the variant:
- Cycle from Le Pâquier in Annecy to Veyrier-du-Lac.
- In Veyrier-du-Lac, stop off at the La Petite Reine bike café.
- TipsAnnecy Mountains topo-guide, on sale for €5 at the Thônes Cœur des Vallées Tourist Office and on the website.
Plain text rates
Free access.Plain text period
All year round daily.Environment
- Mountain location