Mountain bike itinerary: Le chemin du facteur

Collection : TOP 25 RÉSISTANTE

Scale : 1:25 000

17.20€

3431OT - LAC D'ANNECY

Collection : TOP 25 ET SÉRIE BLEUE

Scale : 1:25 000

13.90€

TOP75032 - CHAINE DES ARAVIS - MASSIF DES BAUGES

VEL11 - LAC D'ANNECY ET LAC DU BOURGET A VELO

Collection : DECOUVERTE A VELO

Scale : 1:35 000

9.10€

TOP100D73 - SAVOIE CHAMBÉRY ALBERTVILLE PARC NATIONAL DE LA VANOISE PNR DU MASSIF DES BAUGES

TOP100D74 - HAUTE-SAVOIE ANNECY THONON-LES-BAINS MASSIF DU MONT BLANC CHAÎNE DES ARAVIS

202 JURA ALPES DU NORD

89026 - GRANDES TRAVERSÉES DU JURA - GTJ

Collection : DECOUVERTE DES CHEMINS

Collection : CARTES DÉPARTEMENTALES IGN

Collection : CARTES DÉPARTEMENTALES IGN

Scale : 1:150 000

5.90€

NR14 AUVERGNE-RHÔNE-ALPES RECTO/VERSO MASSIF CENTRAL

Collection : CARTES RÉGIONALES IGN

Scale : 1:250 000

6.80€

NR15 AUVERGNE-RHÔNE-ALPES RECTO/VERSO MASSIF ALPIN

Collection : CARTES RÉGIONALES IGN

Collection : DÉCOUVERTE DES PAYS DU MONDE IGN

Collection : DÉCOUVERTE DES PAYS DU MONDE IGN

Scale : 1:303 000

7.00€

Description

An easy loop from one hamlet to another, to visit and discover local
Bauges heritage. Landmarks to visit: communal oven and fountain in Marceau, Pont d'Arnand bridge, Giez church and golf course, Montmin canyon, Verthier hamlet.
From the Doussard Beach carpark, cross D1508 road towards the sports complex; pass between the tennis courts to the bike path that you will take to Lathuile (les Marais), at the intersection with route du Bout du Lac. Turn left, and then head into the marshy area on the right-hand side. The trail rides along Ruisseau de la Bornette stream. When you exit the marsh, take another left, cross route du Bout du Lac, and then turn right onto a narrow paved road that ascends towards Marceau and that rides along Ruisseau de la Bornette stream. Visit the communal oven and fountain.
When you leave the hamlet, turn right onto the 1st drivable road, and then take the GR96 trail to Arnand where a nice bridge allows you to cross the Ire River. Take the road heading downhill, and then turn right onto route des Côtes until you reach the intersection with Chemin de la Serraz, turn right here. Next, pass through the small Z.A. des Vernays business park. The path continues through the forest, slightly uphill, and then heads back downhill to Le Birdie hotel, in Giez. Turn left onto the road that descends towards the prairie, and then just after the driving range turn left onto a path called “Chemin des Planches à la Gare”, which leads to the bike path. Take the bike path to a place called “Sous les Murets”, where it intersects with Chemin Rural de Vesonne. Turn right to join up with Route de Vesonne, continue riding on D42 road, cross Nant de Montmin creek – a very popular spot for canyoning among local guides and whitewater enthusiasts – then turn left onto Chemin de la Forge, and then right onto chemin du Pré de l’Ile which descends to the small hamlet “le Villard”. Turn right, and take a path called Rochafaux, which rides along Nant de Montmin creek to Verthier hamlet. Take time to marvel at the washhouse, the old chapel, and Blain house… – Take Route du Vieux Pont, cross Route de Talloires and continue on Route de la Vieille Eglise – the entrance to the Bout du Lac d’Annecy Nature Reserve – until you reach D1508 road. Cross this main road at Pont Monnet bridge, then turn right on to the bike path towards Bout du Lac, ride to the tennis courts and cross back over D1508 road to your starting point.

Technical Information

Mountainbiking

Difficulty

Very easy

Duration

1h45mn

Dist.

19 km

Altimetric profile

Starting point

Route de la Plage Plage de Doussard , 74210 Doussard

Lat : 45.79211Lng : 6.216842

Points of interest

Golf des Alpes

Located between lake and mountains halfway between Annecy and Albertville, the Golf des Alpes offers two courses: 18 holes and 9 holes, to please golf players of all levels. For a relaxing time, the club restaurant La Taillanderie is here with a patio."Le Belvédère" (18 holes) offers an exceptional panorama from which you can admire lake Annecy and Mont Blanc. This course is quite specific with its narrow fairways and large areas with spots of water where you can enjoy the peaceful reflection of the oaks, ash trees and poplars. "Les Castors" (9 holes approved) is more specifically for beginners. A playground, training course and competition area. In order to improve, a teaching area (with 3 teachers, a large practice, a putting green, a bunker and an approach area) is at the players' disposal. A shopping craving? Find a selection of the best brands, latest technical innovations and style trends.

304 route du Thovey 74210 Giez

Bout du Lac 74210 Doussard

Douss'plage

In a natural, protected environment and of greenery, the beach of sand of Doussard gives you a marvellous corner of relaxation, allowing you to use entirely edges of the lake of Annecy. Bathings and at pleasure laughs!Free watched beach the summer from July 1st till August 31st. Paying car park. Near Natural Reserve Bout du Lac Annecy

route de Montmin vesonne Faverges 74210 Faverges-Seythenex

Canyon of Montmin

Small waterfalls, slides, fresh water. Guide and material rental available in Vesonne, 10 minutes from the canyon (phone number 07 81 35 88 01). Access regulated by 23 May 2013 local ordinance - Faverges municipality.Height: 710m. Length: 1200m. Excerpt from the "Activités verticales" 2014 edition guide book: Necessary length of rope: 30m (15m minimum) Approach: 10 minutes. Return: 10 minutes. Descent: 3h. Technical advice: no upsteam dam, way-out difficult to access but possible except in the caves' area. Bottom of the canyon: carpark in the turn after Mont Bogon hamlet. Do not park in Vesonne village. Top of the canyon: Area on the right 10 minutes after the oratory by foot. Do not park at the oratory, this space is reserved for drop-offs and emergency services.

Hameau de Verthier 74210 Doussard

Verthier Bridge

The river Eau Morte and the Lake enabled the development of Verthier, one of the most ancient villages of Doussard. This picturesque spot inspired painters such as Prosper Dunant and Firmin Salabert.A route allows you to go back to a time when the old bridge over l'Eau Morte was a toll, when the watermills were fueled by mill races using the force of water, when the boat was the means of transport to cross the lake. It allows you to discover traditional housing, Notre Dame de la Nativité chapel, to know the real bourgeois house.

route du Taillefer 74210 Doussard

Pic nic area Bredannaz

This green area in the shade presents you with the spectacle of an old 1911 locomotive on rails as a reminder of the place's history. This old train station was used for the Albertville-Ugine-Annecy train connection which was turned into a cycle green way in 1974.Countryside environment with a view of the mountains. Access to lake Annecy 300m away. Tables and benches, sheltered water source and toilet.

304 route du Thovey 74210 Giez

Le Resto des Alpes

Discover the Resto des Alpes, an experience to share in a cozy and green setting offering a breathtaking view of the fairways at Golf des Alpes.Our gourmet cuisine celebrates seasonal products. Ideally located at the foot of the mountains and just 5 minutes from Lake Annecy, our terrace offers a breathtaking view on our golf course. Join us for an unforgettable gourmet moment in the heart of the Alps for an exceptional culinary experience.