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Tour of Lac d'Annecy.GR®P. Annecy Impérial Palace (450 m) – Refuge du Semnoz (1537 m). Stage 1
Access
Starting from :
Latitude :
6.088
Longitude :
45.776
Map ref. :
Top 25 IGN 3431 OT and 3432 OT
This first day's hiking starts with a pleasant morning section alongside Lac d'Annecy before walking the forested slopes of the Semnoz.
Anti-clockwise itinerary
The forest changes its face as you climb, becoming rarer and rarer and giving way to a magnificent plateau with 360° views of the Aravis, Mont-Blanc, Bauges and Jura massifs.
Follow the lake in the direction of Annecy town hall, pass the Pont des Amours, cross at the traffic lights in the direction of the old prisons, pass in front of the Brasserie du Munich, turn left, at the Glacier des Alpes turn left and then right up the Cote Perrière, go to the Basilique de la Visitation, then at La Petite Jeanne, follow the GR© de Pays© du Tour du lac d'Annecy (yellow and red markings), overhanging the village of Sevrier.
chalet de Bénévent, then reach the Crêt de Châtillon... In winter, this family-friendly site is a great place for downhill skiing, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. Cross the mountain pastures to reach the Gruffy refuge.
Services
Rates
Free of charge.
Period(s) of use
From 15/06 to 30/09
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Things to discover nearby
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Pedestrian sports
K - En descendant vers Courchevel Le Praz... (hiver)
Courchevel
2km
Medium
10m
215m
With great views of the hamlet on the opposite side of the mountain, the walk takes you to the traditional village of Courchevel Le Praz and around the beautiful lake.
Pedestrian sports
Pralin-Mugnier
Courchevel
2.4km
Walkers/hikers
70m
70m
Explore the pastures where AOP Beaufort cheese is produced, plus amazing views of La Dent du Villard. Picnic tables are available at the farms in Pralin-Mugnier.
Pedestrian sports
G - Le lac de la Rosière (hiver)
Courchevel
4.5km
Medium
170m
170m
In a natural setting at the foot of the Dent du Villard, with the shimmering lake, this enchanting location is perfect for a quiet moment of contemplation. A great place to visit during your stay!
