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).