The 7 most beautiful hikes to do at the Massif des Bauges

Need a large bowl of fresh air? Here are the best hikes to do in the Bauges massif to explore it as you like!

The Bauges massif is a link from the chain of the Préalpes of the North that overlaps the departments of Savoie and Haute-Savoie. Culminating to a little more 2 200 meters altitude , it is an environment typed “middle mountain” that has only fourteen villages... What a character!

Indeed, the Regional Natural Park of the Bauges Massif is classified as the UNESCO World Heritage Site. This unique terroir offers beautiful possibilities of walking in the open air.

If you are passing through Annecy and Chambéry , why don't you go there? Wanderlix offers you its top of the best hikes to do in the Bauges Mountains.

1. The Cross of Nivolet from the Sire

To get in the leg, this hiking route starts from the Parking Le Sire near the Féclaz. Follow the signposting the Cross of Nivolet: you are already at the chalet of Sire after a steep climb. Then follow the cliff to the Nivolet refuge and finally reach the Nivolet Cross.

A spectacular panorama acts as a reward during this hike in the massif of the Bauges. The Epine massif, the Chartreuse and Chambéry can be contemplated as you wish. The course can take place from spring to autumn without major difficulties.

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2. Sizefer

The Petit and the Grand Taillefer are two tops of the Belledonne chain. This hike in the massif of the Bauges aims to make you discover them. Go to Combe Oursière stele on the D114E departmental road to access the route. This one will lead you to the Pas de la Mine along the pretty ridge of Brouffier.

Forty minutes later, the Little Taillefer is in sight! Mount in the Gravelles to reach the summit of the Grand Taillefer where the statue of Saint-Éloi is erected. ♪ 2 857 meters above sea level offer a splendid view of the Mont Blanc , the peaks of the Writers and the Aiguilles d’Arves to the east.

The tops of the Vercors and Devoluy complete the table to the west. The descent will even offer you the opportunity to discover a lake... Beautiful!

3. The Trélod

To make this hike in the massif of the Bauges, direction the parking lot of the hamlet of Cul du Bois. Follow the pasture path to the forest to pass under the Dent des Portes. You then leave in the direction of the ridge overlooking the chalets of Chardonnet and the Gardes.

Ready? A strong climb will put your calves to the top of Mount Trélod. It is not so difficult: chamois who often share the course do it every day... The panoramas are splendid from the east to the west: Mont Blanc and the glaciers of the Alps fly the star in the splendid Chéran valley!

4. Crest path near Saint-Jorioz

We offer you this friendly loop for a family walk in the forest. Family, but pretty sporty at first! She's aiming to make you admire the Lake Annecy from the Semnoz peaks. You'll face the Tournette massif.

Simple access, the itinerary starts at the Sévrier parking lot and goes back to the Liaz road. A good undergrowth leads to the GRP trail towards the Cret Cross.

So, do you like the view? You can push to the Cret cross which is only about ten minutes away. An exciting ecomusée can also add the way back!

5. Col de l’Arclusaz

This hike in the Bauges massif is reserved for confirmed hikers. The itinerary has free climbs and is better with good shoes and walking sticks!

It all starts at the valley of Bellevaux. From the car park of the convent, a small forest road will lead you to the oratory in a sunny clearing. You will follow the Arclusaz stream, which crosses to guerrillas: ideal to refresh your legs or picnic.

Continue along the path towards the pass: the panorama is fantastic especially on Mount Pécloz. You will have the opportunity to discover the Notre Dame de Bellevaux chapel during your return. Nice in the summer, the local flora pushes us to recommend the course in the spring. Flowers by thousands and gazouillis guaranteed!

6. Mont Colombier

This hike in the massif of the Bauges starts at the parking lot of the town of Aillon-le-Vieux. The path follows a gradual rise in the forest to a small lake.

Then, head to the pass of Colombiar: air passages and beautiful sensations to the top. He deserves himself but will reward you. The mountains of Beaufortain, the Bauges and the entire Belledonne chain stand before you.

The descent is most pleasant and has no difficulty. The hikers will only have to go down to Aillon-le-Vieux through beautiful green meadows. What, is it already over?

7. Return to Mont Julioz

A well-marked itinerary for this hike in the Bauges Mountains... but to advise children or people subject to vertigo! You will have to follow a rocky ridge that, gradually, will allow you to see the entire chain. La Dent des Portes, Mont Trélod, Mont Pécloz or Dent de Rossanaz are all from the game.

First forest, the itinerary is quickly mountainous and sometimes requires “to put hands”. For the most athletic, it is possible to join the GR du Tour des Bauges. The course allows you to learn about the joys of mountain walking. It is recommended, but have a good jacket: it is sometimes windy!