The 10 most beautiful hikes to do in Savoie

Are you looking for the ideal place for a mountain holiday? We suggest you explore the immense playground that the Savoie represents. A true haven of peace for hikers, discover the most beautiful trails in the country of emental!

A must-see destination for nature lovers, the Savoy lives at the pace of hikes and mountains. Dude Parc de la Vanoise to the Beaufortain, Chartreuse , you will find on the menu of the glacial valleys, pastures, lakes and snowy peaks. Whether you're looking for family trips or sports tours, discover our selection of the ten most beautiful hikes in Savoie!

1. Lake Saut and Lake Sassière

Start this selection with a popular hike in Tarentaise. The trail nestled in the heart of the Vallon de la Grande Sassière, allows you to connect two beautiful lakes of altitude: Lake Saut and Lake Sassière. You start the walk at the Saut Dam before you continue your path on the lake of the same name.

When you see its turquoise water, you will understand that you have arrived in front of Lake Sassière. With a spectacular view of the surrounding mountains, it is a landscape not to be missed if you are passing through Savoie. And if you have a little luck, you may even cross marmots and chamois on your way.

Easy and accessible, this Savoy hike allows you to enjoy a pleasant time in the middle of nature.

2. La Croix du Nivolet par le Sire

In the Savoyards classics, the hike of La Croix du Nivolet by the Sire lies at the top of the list. It’s the venue for the beautiful spring and summer days.

With a low denial, the course can be realized in half a day, taking the time to fully enjoy nature. The trail starts at the Féclaz station to lead you to the famous Nivolet cross through the Charvettant forest.

At the point of arrival, it is a grandiose panorama Chambéry Lake Bourget and Aix-les-Bains who's waiting for you. The place will also offer a superb view of the surrounding mountains. As beautiful as summer and winter, this hike is a must in all seasons!

3. Lake Glaciaire du Grand Méan

Let’s go to the heart of a glacial valley, not any one! Considered for many as the most beautiful hike in Haute Maurienne, the Grand Méan glacial lake trail will not leave you insensitive to its charms.

In the heart of Cirque des Évettes, you will find at 2,876 meters above sea level a sublime show on an ice circus away from the rest of the world. A magical moment to observe at least once in his life. And to last the pleasure, you also have the opportunity to make a small stop at the Evettes refuge.

This hike that is not the easiest ones, however, requires no particular technicality and remains accessible to all people a minimum sports. Perfectly marked, it represents one of the most grandiose and diversified routes in the region. To be discovered urgently.

4. The Evettes refuge

We talked to you earlier about the Evettes refuge, and be sure that a beautiful hike also leads to it. The loop by the Gorges de la Reculaz will allow you to discover the splendid glacier of the Evettes.

But this natural and preserved show must be enjoyed quickly. Unfortunately he will soon remain at Cirque des Évettes glacier more than his name. Its tendency to regress significantly every year will leave little room for moraines.

The course in itself is accessible despite the presence of two cable passages and has no difficulty. The departure is at the level of the village of Écot and this small hamlet is also worth a look!

5. The cascades of Cirque de Saint-Même

Change of atmosphere, direction the enchanting Cascades of Cirque de Saint-Même. The hike crosses between forest, hamlets and clearings to finally lead you to the sources of the Guiers-Vif. Rhythm to the sound of the torrent, you will be guided to reach the magical and renowned place of Cirque de Saint-Même.

Suitable for small and large, the hike will make you discover refreshing waterfalls in summer and magically glazed in winter. If we had to give you one advice: plan on good shoes! You evolve in a wet environment, so the soil can quickly become slippery and muddy.

Good to know: As beautiful as it is frequented, leave early to appreciate the serenity of the place and avoid the crowd.

6. Lake Feast

For a pastoral atmosphere and landscapes as grandiose as relaxing, head towards the Lac des Fées. And there is not only the name that is fairytale, this superb family hike in Savoie will make you borrow green valleys, beautiful flowery meadows and sublime mountains, alternating the creeks and waterfalls.

Then on arrival: a country atmosphere, a crystalline color lake and with a bit of luck you can even see marmots evolve at the edge of the water.

Good to know: Think about good shoes, even if the hike is easy, you can go through streams on the trail and other muddy areas.

7. The Col de la Vanoise

An iconic Savoy ride, we can't finish this selection without approaching the Vanoise Col. At the start of the village of Les Fontanette, the hike will allow you to access magnificent views before reaching the finish point.

You will thus cross on your path the famous Lac des Vaches, a diving view of the Vanoise needle and the glacier of the Grande Casse. And the presence of snow and marmots will add magic to this spectacle for the least unreal.

But as a well packed package, the best remains to come. By engaging to the sublime Long Lake with turquoise waters you will then reach the famous Vanoise Pass. A true high mountain landscape with an altitude chalet, it’s time to take a break and enjoy the show!

To enjoy the moment more, try the night at the refuge, the experience will certainly remain one of your most memorable memories. As hiking is quite physical, it is also a good way to take a break in the middle of nature before leaving on the trails.

8. Le Bois de Laye

Let's continue in the clear and crystalline waters with the Bois de Laye hike. Small haven surrounded by greenery, the trail from the beginning Tignes you will get to the sublime lake of the Chevril through the famous Laye Wood.

Far from being finished, you will discover on the course the superb stunt of the salin and its landscapes as majestic as surviving. For a family hike in Savoie, the Bois de Laye route will delight the eyes of the young and old.

9. Mont Granier

The famous Mont Granier overlooks the city of Chambéry by offering to those who venture into it, a magnificent view of Lake Bourget, the Bauges and the Belledonne chain.

With sublime and varied landscapes, its ascent will surprise you and once you pass the pass of the Alpette, it is the famous Mont Blanc that will stand before you. At the finish, a 360° panorama awaits you on all the surrounding massifs, it is grandiose.

This Savoy hike remains physical and some passages contain cables to facilitate your ascent. They can, however, be impressive for people prone to vertigo, but the view from Mont Granier deserves and remains quite incredible to make you forget the effort.

10. The Belvedere of Chambotte and the Cross of Meyrieu

Finish this selection gently with the pleasant walk in the forest to the Cross of Meyrieu. Between the peaceful singing of birds, the generous nature in the undergrowth, the cliffs of Chambotte and why not a meeting with biches, the program is more than promising!

It is in this atmosphere that you start the hike under the cliffs of Chambotte, and if the course has little denim, it leaves enough time to enjoy the places. You will find on site tracks destined for hikers, but also for mountain bikes. This is also a great playground for bike enthusiasts.