Road cycling routes in Haute-Savoie
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes,France
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Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful road cycling routes in Haute-Savoie
Road Cycling
· Haute-Savoie
Cycling route: Col de la Colombière south side
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
11.7 km
1:30 h
690 m
0 m
The Col de la Colombière has featured in the Tour de France 20 times since 1960. It’s southern side, above the resort of the Grand-Bornand, is much less formidable than the climb from Scionzier.Gradient: 6.5%
Road Cycling
· Haute-Savoie
Col des Aravis 1486 m - from Saint-Jean-de-Sixt
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
10.2 km
1:00 h
526 m
0 m
This legendary pass, nestled in the majestic landscape of the French Prealps, promises not only a demanding challenge, but also breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains.
Road Cycling
· Haute-Savoie
Joux-Plane Climb
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
57.8 km
3:15 h
1,250 m
1,385 m
The Joux Plane pass, tackled many times by Tour de France competitors, is one of the most difficult Alpine climbs in spite of its moderate distance.
Road Cycling
· Haute-Savoie
Circuit Col de la Ramaz
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
59.9 km
4:15 h
1,400 m
1,582 m
The Col de La Ramaz is one of the most beautiful passes in Haute-Savoie! You can see Mont Blanc right from the bottom of the climb, and at the summit, the panorama of the entire massif is exceptional.
Road Cycling
· Haute-Savoie
Cycling route: Col de la Forclaz north side
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
8.8 km
1:18 h
594 m
42 m
As well as being renowned for its difficulty, the Col de la Forclaz is famous for its beautiful scenery and the views it offers of Lake Annecy. For sure you'll get a chance to admire a colourful cloud of hangliders and paragliders!Gradient : 6%
Road Cycling
· Haute-Savoie
Cycling route: Col de Croix-Fry
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
11.7 km
1:58 h
820 m
0 m
Very nice road with south facing bends, facing the Tournette mount. Less crowded, but much more difficult than the Aravis PassGradient : 7%
Road Cycling
· Haute-Savoie
Cycling trip: Col des Glières
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
13.7 km
2:12 h
780 m
75 m
This climb takes you into the very heart of the Glières Mountains, close to the monument to the Resistance. After overcoming the extremely steep slopes just before the Col du Collet, the 5% gradient below the Col des Glières will feel like a breeze.
Road Cycling
· Haute-Savoie
03 - Tour de la Tournette depuis Lathuile
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
67.3 km
3:00 h
900 m
900 m
Rendez-vous à Lathuile au parking à côté de l’église. Descendez la RD180 en laissant l’église derrière vous, au rond-point continuez tout droit.
Road Cycling
· Haute-Savoie
Cycling route: Col de Leschaux
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
12.1 km
0:57 h
440 m
0 m
The Col de Leschaux is an ideal pass for newcomers to alpine cycling, as it is relatively easy and very picturesque. The view across the Bauges Regional Park from the summit is especially beautiful. It could get you hooked on cycloclimbing!Gradient: 3.5%
Road Cycling
· Haute-Savoie
Cycling loop: Tour du Bargy
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
68.1 km
4:23 h
1,160 m
1,232 m
A very athletic circuit that culminates with an ascent of the Col de la Colombière. Cycling the route clockwise minimises the time spent on the busy main road through the Arve Valley and allows you to climb the shady side of the Colombier.
Parcourir la région à vélo de route, c’est s’immerger dans des paysages variés, des vallées paisibles aux sommets majestueux, tout en stimulant le corps et l’esprit. Les routes bien tracées permettent de se concentrer sur la cadence et de savourer chaque panorama ainsi que le patrimoine local. Chaque kilomètre devient un mélange de plaisir, d’endurance et de découverte. Au final, chaque sortie se transforme en une aventure mémorable, riche en sensations et en découvertes.
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Around the Lac d'Annecy by Juan
June 16, 2025
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Around Lake Geneva by Tim
June 08, 2024
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Community
Meist gute Routenführung. Nur in Lausanne besser unten am See weiterfahren und auf dem weiteren Weg nach Montreux auf den Hauptstraßen bleiben.
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Mont Revard depuis Gresy sur Aix 2017 by Wolfgang
April 16, 2024
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Community
Die GPX Daten können so nicht verwendet werden, da mehrere Abstecher von der Route dabei sind. Ich würde die Tour lieber in der anderen Richtung fahren wegen den Anstiegen und der vorherrschenden Windrichtung.
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