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Leschaux Loop


A road cycling route starting from Le Grand-Bornand

Experience scenic beauty and conquer the challenging Col de la Chambotte

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This 190-kilometer road cycling route starting near Le Grand-Bornand takes you through picturesque villages, breathtaking mountain passes, and scenic lakes. The highlight of the route is the challenging Col de la Chambotte, offering panoramic views of Lake Bourget. With a significant elevation gain of 4654 meters, this route is recommended for experienced cyclists who are looking for a challenging and scenic ride. The route also passes through charming villages like Duingt and Moye, allowing riders to immerse themselves in the local culture and take in the stunning alpine scenery.

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190 km
4654 m
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Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Saint-Jean-de-Sixt Village center
Le Grand-Bornand: Cycling Paradise in the French Alps
Le Grand-Bornand is a locality in Rhône-Alpes, France. From a cyclist's perspective, Le Grand-Bornand is a cycling paradise in the French Alps. The region offers breathtaking mountain landscapes and iconic climbs, attracting cycling enthusiasts from around the world. Cyclists can conquer legendary peaks such as Col de la Colombière and Col des Aravis, testing their skills and endurance. Le Grand-Bornand is also home to the annual Tour de France stage, further adding to its cycling prestige. With a wide range of cycling routes available, Le Grand-Bornand is a dream destination for road cyclists.
Belvédère de l'ArpettazViewpoint
Belvédère de l'Arpettaz is a viewpoint offering stunning panoramic views
AlexVillage
Alex is a quaint village with beautiful traditional architecture
Grotte Saint-GermainViewpoint
Grotte Saint-Germain is a historic cave with fascinating rock formations
DuingtVillage
Duingt is a picturesque village situated on the shores of Lake Annecy
Col de Leschaux901 mMountain Pass
Col de Leschaux is a challenging climb with rewarding views
LeschauxHamlet
Leschaux is a charming mountain village with traditional chalets
Pont de l'AbîmeViewpoint
Pont de l'Abîme is a stunning bridge with impressive architectural design
CusyVillage
Cusy is a peaceful village surrounded by scenic countryside
EntrelacsVillage
Entrelacs is a small village with stunning views of the surrounding mountains
Col de La Chambotte640 mMountain Pass
Col de La Chambotte offers breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Bourget
RuffieuxVillage
Ruffieux is a quaint village known for its idyllic countryside
Col du Clergeon979 mMountain Pass
Col du Clergeon is a challenging climb with magnificent views
MoyeVillage
Moye is a typical French alpine village with charming character
SillingyVillage
Sillingy is a lively town with a vibrant local market and beautiful architecture
La Tête900 mPeak
La Tête is a tiny hamlet surrounded by rolling hills and scenic landscapes
PlageViewpoint
Plage is a popular beach on the shores of Lake Annecy
AviernozVillage
Aviernoz is a peaceful village nestled in the hills
Nant-SecHamlet
Nant-Sec is a picturesque hamlet surrounded by stunning mountain views
Col des Glières1440 mMountain Pass
Col des Glières is a historic site known for its role in World War II
Col de St Jean de Sixt956 mMountain Pass
Col de St Jean de Sixt offers panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys
Saint-Jean-de-SixtVillage
Saint-Jean-de-Sixt is a charming village with traditional Savoyard charm
Finish: Saint-Jean-de-Sixt Village center
Le Grand-Bornand: Cycling Paradise in the French Alps

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