Travel to the heart of the Haut-Savoyard landscape par excellence. This loop will take you through hamlets & villages, orchards & mountain pastures, in a bucolic & peaceful setting at the foot of Mont Charvin. As an added bonus, you'll enjoy stunning panoramic views of La Tournette and the Bauges mountains.
On the way to the Col de l'Épine, the small village of Le Bouchet-Mont-Charvin has stayed out of the tourist way. On the way back, the Marlens lake, close to the cycle path, offers a refreshing break.
Cycling tip:
This is a short loop, but devoting half a day to it means you can stop off at Le Bouchet-Mont-Charvin or Lac de Marlens.
Ideas for overnight stays:
- Near Faverges-Seythenex, Hôtel Le Florimont in Saint-Ferréol.
- In Thônes, the Hôtel du Midi in the heart of downtown Thônes, near the arcaded houses. The 15th-century arcaded houses are well worth a visit.
- TipsAnnecy Mountains topo-guide, on sale for €5 at the Thônes Cœur des Vallées Tourist Office.
Plain text rates
Free access.Plain text period
All year round daily.Environment
- Mountain location
