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Tour des Bauges à vélo - Sources du Lac d'Annecy - From Val de Chaise to Doussard

Passing through the Haute-Savoie part of the Tour des Bauges by bike itinerary. As you cycle along the "voie verte" to Doussard, you'll discover the pleasant destination of Les Sources du Lac. This penultimate stage is an invitation to calm and contemplation.

Sport Tour des Bauges à vélo - Sources du Lac d'Annecy - From Val de Chaise to Doussard Val de Chaise

About

Departing from Val de Chaise (74210)
Average length : 01h05
Total elevation gain : 83m
Vertical drop : 64m
Distance : 13km
Signed walking trail

The route leads through the Val de Chaise, around the Dent de Cons, with beautiful views before reaching the Marlens lake. We arrive in Haute-Savoie, in the territory of the Sources du Lac d'Annecy, where - as you know - 60% of the lake's surface water comes from streams. Stop off at Faverges-Seythenex, to climb to the top of the impressive donjon of the Château de Faverges, with a 360° view of the surrounding valleys, including those of the Cols de Tamié, du Marais and de l'Epine. A few pedal strokes and we're off to Doussard, a must-see spot for hang-gliding enthusiasts. Here you can enjoy a paragliding or hang-gliding flight and step into the fresh waters of Lake Annecy. Next, the nature reserve at the end of Lake Annecy takes us on an interpretive trail to discover the flora and fauna of this protected area, also classified as a geosite by the Massif des Bauges Regional Nature Park.

Itinerary
Total elevation gain : 83m
Altitude max : 508m
Vertical drop : 64m

Signs

The route follows the signs for the V62 cycle route (green and white signs).

Map references

TOP IGN 924 - Greenways and Bicycle Routes of France

Topoguides references

"ma Carte VTT" available as a free download from the Office de Tourisme des Sources du Lac d'Annecy website.

Further informations

Hard coating (tar, cement, flooring)

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    Prices

    Free access.

    Reception

    Animals not allowed

    Several water points, washing / inflation stations and repair services are available. All are listed and located on the "ma Carte VTT" brochure, available as a free download from the Sources du Lac Tourist Office website.

    Period of practice

    All year round.

    Subject to favorable weather.

    Access

    19 rue du Moulins Le Moulins de Marlens 74210 Val de Chaise
    Departing from : Val de Chaise (74210)
    Latitude : 45.765912 - Longitude : 6.364377

    The starting point for this section is the border between Savoie and Haute Savoie, along the V62 cycle route.

    Information update on 10/12/2024 by Conseil Départemental de la Haute-Savoie