Description
A journey through the heart of Faucigny, featuring its capital, Bonneville, Lake Môle, and the vineyards of Ayse. The only minor challenge is the climb up the Côte d’Hyot, which has a steady gradient and a 150-meter elevation gain.
Route direction: clockwise
Length: 68 km
Difficulty: red
Total elevation gain: 550 m
Landmarks and connections: From Annemasse, the route follows the Circuit de la Pierre-aux-Fées No. 24 to Bonne, then on to the Fillinges Bridge, Marcellaz, Bonneville, Faucigny, Marcellaz, and St-Jeoire (junction with the Circuit de la Ramaz No. 38).
The Tour du Môle is a journey into the heart of Faucigny, a medieval province that long dreamed of expanding into Geneva and was eventually incorporated into the House of Savoy in 1355. If it weren’t part of the limestone Pre-Alps, the Môle could be mistaken for a volcano. It has even often been nicknamed the “Fujiyama of the Alps.” Its conical shape, which majestically dominates the lower Arve Valley, makes it a landmark mountain. Surrounded by roads and nestled between the Chablais, the Salève, and the Aravis, Le Môle is naturally suited for a cycling tour.
No matter where you start, ride carefully through the center of Bonneville, then follow the Route Nationale 205 for 2 km before climbing to Faucigny via the Côte d’Hyot (D12). After Marcellaz and before La Tour, be sure to take a break by the shores of Lake Môle, which is shaded and equipped with picnic benches. Then, leave the D907 to enter St-Jeoire. You’ll be guided along a lovely scenic road (D308) that will take you peacefully to Marignier. Continue toward the hillsides of Ayse after 2 km, driving carefully on the D19. Then head back toward Annemasse from Marcellaz.
Plain text period
From 01/01 to 31/12 daily.