Moutain Bike

A route punctuated by climbs and beautiful descents on wide paths. Take the time to stop and admire the magnificent views that unfold before you.
Difficulty: blue.

From the parking lot, after a short stretch of road to get out of the main town, you will go up through the Praille marshes to the RD38 which you will follow and then cross with caution.
You will go up a small country road until you reach the RD16 (caution).
You will then follow rural and forest paths through a beautiful natural setting to reach the Fier river via some lovely descents. Beautiful viewpoints await you.
You will head back towards the Château de Pieuillet (private). Take care when crossing the RD 16.
You will finish your climb at Marcellaz-Albanais.

A beautiful ride for mountain bikers looking for a route without major difficulties, with the magnificent view of the alpine range as a highlight.
Difficulty: blue.

Go up the road towards Saint-Eusèbe, then join a path leading to the Secret Gardens (visit from April to October).
Continue towards Saint-Eusèbe along a small country road. You will be able to enjoy the beautiful views that are available to you, notably of Le Clergeon, the Montagne des Princes and the Albanais.
After the church in Villard, a short but intense climb awaits you.
Take wide, wooded paths to return to your starting point.
You will be able to view an old (private) bread oven before your arrival.

A sporting trail through chestnut groves, alternating between forest paths and views of the mountains. You will also pass by the very pretty Secret Gardens site.
Difficulty: red.

Go up the road towards Saint-Eusèbe, then join a path leading to the Secret Gardens (visit from April to October).
Continue towards Saint-Eusèbe along a small country road. You will be able to enjoy the beautiful views that are available to you, notably of Le Clergeon, the Montagne des Princes and the Albanais.
After the church in Villard, a short but intense climb awaits you.
At the hamlet of Les Bettes, a beautiful descent to Sallongy, then you will climb up to the Col d'Angely (former parachute drop zone of the 2nd World War).
You will begin the descent through the forest to Vaulx.
You will return to the starting point by passing through Fresnes (oratory and private castle) on a forest path.

A short, easy country loop, perfect for an effortless mountain bike ride. Enjoy the bucolic and natural surroundings, with a detour via the Pont Coppet.
Difficulty: green.

You will walk, alternating between road and country lane, towards Pont Coppet. Be careful when crossing the RD3.
Along your way, you will enjoy a lovely little crossing over a stream.
Next, a short detour is necessary (2 km round trip) to discover the Pont Coppet, a magnificent stone bridge that overlooks the Fier.
You will take the RD3 for 650m (caution), then join the rural paths.
After a final short climb, you will reach the "L'île verte" equestrian center.
An opportunity to get to know the horses, ponies and other farm animals (visits and activities available by appointment).

A condensed version of everything we love about mountain biking: beautiful climbs for the effort, a technical descent and a superb passage along the Chéran river for the coolness.
Difficulty: blue.

The departure can be from the Boussy village hall or from the Rumilly leisure centre (in this case take the Chéran footbridge to reach the starting point in 5 minutes).
Head up towards the Château de Pieuillet (a mix of roads and paths for 4 km) to reach the main town of Marcellaz-Albanais. Be careful when crossing the RD16.
Head towards the Praille Marshes, then towards Chaunu through wooded paths.
Enjoy beautiful views of the Albanais plain and the Bauges mountains during your descent, which ends with a lovely "single" (narrow path).
On this section, you will be able to see the Château de Lupigny (private fortified house).
The end of your walk will be very pleasant and shaded along the banks of the Chéran. Please be careful as this section of the path is also popular with walkers.
After the exertion, you can refresh yourself at the Rumilly lake.

Discover the Fier et Usses region and its trails with this mountain bike loop.
Mountain biking difficulty level: blue
E-MTB difficulty level: blue

A sporting route in the heart of the Albanian countryside. You can enjoy numerous viewpoints overlooking the Semnoz, the Bauges, Mont Blanc... and some lovely downhill singletracks.
Difficulty: red.
This route is well suited to electric mountain biking.

Take the cycle paths to leave Rumilly via the Madrid business park, then follow the railway line for about 2 km. You will pass a llama farm in the hamlet of Salagine (visits by appointment).
Cross the railway line and then the RD910 (take care) and head uphill towards Ansigny on country lanes. Continue along a section of road alternating with dirt tracks until you reach Ligny. Be mindful of other users of the route (pedestrians and horseback riders). You can enjoy a viewpoint indicator and a lovely vista before passing the Ligny Chapel. Alternating between short stretches of paved road and country lanes with various viewpoints (Bauges, Albanais, etc.), you will reach a pleasant singletrack trail descending through the forest until you cross a small stream. Further on, a final climb on the road and a rapid descent will take you to the "Les Écuries des Pious" equestrian center in Bloye. Finish the route by retracing your steps. You can also make a detour to the Etangs de Crosagny nature reserve (1,5 km flat out-and-back).

A very sporty route that offers numerous viewpoints and beautiful technical descents.
Difficulty: black.
This route will be more accessible by electric mountain bike (be sure to manage your battery properly).

After passing through Rumilly's historic center, join the trails of the Bois de la Salle and begin your ascent towards Moye. Once on the plateau, enjoy the country lanes and forest paths as you descend to the Le Parmand stream. Cross the RD317 and continue along the narrow path beside the pasture; your climb to the Clergeon ridge begins here. Reach the Saint-Jean Chapel, where a lovely viewpoint and a bench offer a welcome opportunity to pause before tackling the most challenging section.
You will continue your ascent through the Clergeon forest, between forest paths and singletracks, and arrive in the Savoie department, where a superb view of the Rhône and the Grand Colombier awaits you.
The trail continues along the ridge; halfway down the descent you will have the option to take the alternative route.
You will then head back up into the forest towards Moye. Take the time to make a short detour (2km round trip) to the summit of Mont Clergeon; a superb panorama will allow you to observe the Alps (Semnoz, Aravis, Bauges, Mont Blanc, etc.).
You will then descend via the technical Gallets path to reach a wider track. Between small roads and rural paths, you will reach the Bois de la Salle and finish your journey by retracing your steps.

One of our favorite routes for an easy and fun family walk. You'll discover the protected natural site of the Crosagny Ponds.
Difficulty: green.

Take the cycle paths out of Rumilly via the Madrid business park, then follow the railway line for about 2 km. You will pass a llama farm (visits by appointment), before reaching the Crosagny Ponds.
Enjoy the peace and quiet of this site, surrounded by nature. From an observation point, you can admire the local wildlife. Extend your walk to the mill.
A small uphill climb awaits you at the exit of the ponds.
You will then join rural and forest paths. Take the RD240 then the cycle path along the Balvey area to the leisure centre.

A family-friendly circuit, mainly on paths, which will take you along the typical orchards of the Albanais region. Along the way you can also admire some lovely built heritage (private castles and fortified houses).
Difficulty: green.

Shortly after the start, a descent to a ford will force the less experienced to control their speed.
The path then climbs back up to the heights of Vallières-sur-Fier where you can enjoy lovely views before descending to Verlioz. Cross the RD14 carefully.
You will pass near the Thomas Le Prince company, which specializes in fruit processing. You can discover their products in their direct sales shop.
Then, as you approach the Fier, take the detour (150 meters) to the Pont Coppet, one of the oldest bridges in Haute-Savoie (built in 1626).
Be careful when crossing the RD910.
Then stroll leisurely through the many orchards along the Fier river. A short detour will take you to a dam.
A final climb will allow you to reach the capital.

Discover the Asian flowering cherry trees in the various towns and villages along this magnificent tourist route. After a stop at the Haute-Savoie Gardens Park, explore the panoramas and points of interest in our unique region.

Practical information: Starting point: La Balme-de-Sillingy Tourist Information Point - 32,5km - 565m elevation gain - 45 minutes by car - Clockwise loop



The essentials of this circuit:

The Haute-Savoie Gardens Park, the Bornachon orientation table, the church of Choisy and its gold leaf rooster, the National Collection of Asian Flowering Cherry Trees at the Domaine du Tornet, the fresco in the church of Sallenôves.



The villages passed through:

La Balme-de-Sillingy, Choisy, Mésigny and Sallenôves

Explore the must-see sites of Haute-Savoie: Gorges du Fier, Domaine et Château de Montrottier... Make a stop at the Parc des Jardins de Haute-Savoie to discover miniature gardens representing the Haute-Savoie foreland.

Practical information: Starting point: La Balme-de-Sillingy Tourist Information Point - 27,5km - 545m elevation gain - 50 minutes by car - Clockwise loop



The essentials of this circuit:

The Fault Mirror, the Montrottier Estate and Castle, the Gorges du Fier, the Lantern of the Dead and the views from the Montagne d'Age over the Aravis and Bauges mountain ranges, the National Collection of Asian Flowering Cherry Trees.



The villages passed through:

La Balme-de-Sillingy, Sillingy, Nonglard and Lovagny

A circuit alternating between forest/agricultural paths and singletrack, offering beautiful panoramas and fun descents.

Mountain biking difficulty level: red

Red level e-MTB difficulty

Mountain bike loop passing through the villages of La Balme-de-Sillingy, Sillingy and Mésigny. A circuit offering beautiful viewpoints and fun descents.

Mountain biking difficulty level: red

E-MTB difficulty level: blue

A fun track with numerous hoops, accessible to all levels. Including access for all-terrain scooters rented from the resort.

A trail that winds through the woods: big turn, jump and wooden bridge! Reserved for mountain bikers only.

A 100% enduro track for experienced riders who know how to handle the rough sections!

A 100% enduro track for experienced riders who know how to handle the rough sections!

A refreshing loop, offering numerous viewpoints of the mountains bordering Lake Annecy.

Alternating between villages, meadows, streams and forests, this route allows you to discover the cultural heritage between lake and mountain.

Starting from Crempigny, travel 21 kilometers in the heart of rural landscapes typical of the Albanais region, with beautiful panoramas of the surrounding mountains and a passage at the foot of the Château de Clermont.
Difficulty: blue.

After a 3km uphill climb on the road, you'll reach wide forest paths that will lead you to the foot of Clermont Castle. This is a perfect opportunity to stop at this historic site, which offers a magnificent panoramic view (visits possible from May to September).
A descent along a path will then offer you different viewpoints of the alpine massifs.
Stay alert, you will then be going down a 600m section on a departmental road.
Then, you will return gently, alternating between path and road, to the starting point. On this last section, near Versonnex, stop to observe the oratory of the Crête Tower in the forest (signposted).

Through the first foothills of the Massif des Bauges Regional Natural Park, you will discover a verdant nature in a preserved rural setting.
Red level mountain biking
Red level e-MTB

Halfway along this bucolic circuit, the Epersy-Mognard Chestnut Grove awaits you. Popular with chestnut pickers and hikers, it is the highest point of the route at an altitude of 640m.

Blue level mountain biking

Blue level e-MTB

A stop is necessary before the descent to admire the view over Aix-les-Bains and Lake Bourget.

A beautiful outing, where we climb up to the village of Chainaz-les-Frasses before "plunging back down" towards our starting point.
Take some time to refresh yourself at the fountain located next to the church.
Blue level mountain biking
Green level e-MTB

Around the Crosagny ponds, this route will lead you to discover protected fauna and flora.
Black level mountain biking
Red level e-MTB

In front of the station, head west to join the RD 1201 towards Saint Germain La Chambotte. At the playground, turn right onto the "rue de Savoie" then continue on the "route de Pouilly".
Continue along the path then turn right onto a path through the fields. At the hamlet of Futenex, continue on the "Cessens road" before turning onto the "Chemin des Crochets".
On the right, go around the farm to reach the hamlet of "Les Granges" across the field. At the crossroads, continue straight ahead on the "Chemin des Granges" before starting a long section through the woods.
After a short stretch of road above the hamlet of "Collonges", take a wooded path heading north to the hamlet of "Les Crouteaux". Follow the "Chemin des Crouteaux" to the source of the Combe, then continue west along a path across fields.
At the intersection of the black circuit n°11, turn right towards the hamlet of "Montdurand", then turn right along the farm to join a rolling path between Saint Germain La Chambotte and Cessens.
At the intersection with the black circuit n°11, turn right onto a path climbing through the woods until you reach the source of the Combe. Then take the path on the left to the hamlet of Dressy and the intersection with the RD 54. Turn right and head towards the hamlet of "Ansigny", then, at the bread oven, turn left to join a path across the fields to the hamlet of "Mazet".
After a short stretch of road, take the "Ballentrand road" towards Bloye.
At the intersection with the RD 910, go straight ahead on the "Route du Petit Salagine", then cross the railway line to reach the "Chemin des Etangs".
Continue along this path until you reach the Crosagny ponds, then head towards the Crosagny mill.
At the mill, turn right onto a path across the field until you reach the "Braille road". Take the forest path opposite, leading to the Saint Félix sports stadium and continue towards the village centre.
At the intersection with the RD 1201, turn right before entering the "rue de Saint Girod", then cross the motorway and turn left after the bridge.
Next, take a right onto a forest path towards Saint Girod and the hamlet of "Chamberaz". At this place, take the direction of Chainaz-les-Frasses then take another path to the hamlet of "Les Lansards".
In the hamlet turn right towards the main town of Saint Girod, then take the last road on the left at the exit of the locality.
Continue across the fields to reach the main town of Saint Girod.
In front of the Town Hall, head south towards Aix-les-Bains, then take a path on the right at the exit of the hamlet. Continue on this path until you reach an underpass beneath the motorway, then head north towards "La Deysse".
Cross the river, then, at the intersection with the "Orly road", cross the railway line to take the "Sous-Bois path" in order to return to Albens station.

Discover this mountain bike loop that runs alongside and crosses the Laudon river several times. The route also offers several viewpoints overlooking the Roc des Bœufs or the Bornes massif overlooking Lake Annecy.

Starting from Cusy, set off for a twenty-kilometer ride through the heart of endlessly charming rural landscapes. A real treat!

This varied route winds between forest, meadows and hedgerows and offers hikers magnificent views of the Albanais hills.



Difficulty: red.

E-MTB difficulty level: blue (easy).

A pleasant path connecting Leschaux to Saint-Eustache.

A pleasant mountain bike or e-bike route that connects Leschaux to Saint-Eustache. The return journey follows part of the same path; a detour via a small road will allow you to discover the hamlet of La Touvière.

Forests and panoramic views are on the agenda for this outing.
For your information, the Saint-Eustache-La Boucle du Laudon route, combined with the Touvière route, makes for a lovely day trip. This route can also be done on foot.
Practical information :
Access: all year round except after heavy rain, and not recommended during periods of frost and snow
Please stay on the path and respect private property and close any gates if necessary.
Parking: Church or Town Hall of Leschaux
Signage: Marked mountain bike route no. 3 (black)
Wearing a helmet is strongly recommended and mandatory for children under 12.
Drinking spring water at the Saint-Eustache fountain
Gîte d'étape: la Biolette in Leschaux
Fromagerie les Noisetiers: below the pass towards Savoie - selling farm-made Abondance cheese!

At the bottom of the valley, running alongside the Deysse for a few moments, this route is the starting point to reach the surrounding hills.
Blue level mountain biking
Green level e-MTB

From Sapenay to Meyrieux, from one mountain to another, the route offers breathtaking views of Lake Bourget and its mountains.
Black level mountain biking
Black level e-MTB

Discover this mountain biking route between the village of Groisy and Villy-le Bouveret.