Description
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.
Further information on localisation
Further information on localisation
Departure from the Tourist Office, opposite the church.Plain text rates
Free access.Plain text period
All year round daily.
Environment
- Mountain location