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A Bike Ride Around Lake Annecy (40 km) – A Must-Do

The loop around Lake Annecy is a must-do bike route.

  • Distance: approximately 40 km
  • Elevation gain: ~300 m
  • Level: easy to intermediate
  • Type: mostly a safe bike path

The full loop around the lake is accessible to almost everyone. The bike path runs along the water for most of the route and passes through iconic villages such as Doussard, Duingt, Talloires, Menthon-Saint-Bernard, and Annecy.

The most hilly section is between Talloires and Menthon-Saint-Bernard, featuring the famous climb.

Recommendation: Walk clockwise to spend more time along the water.

Cycling the Semnoz (along the Tour de France route)

Cycling the Semnoz (along the Tour de France route)

The Semnoz offers a completely different challenge. Elevation gain: approximately 1,200 m Length: 15 to 20 km depending on the slope Difficulty: demanding It is a long, steady climb that is more strenuous than the Forclaz. It requires careful pacing, especially on the final...

Cycling over the Col de la Forclaz (panoramic view of the lake)

Cycling over the Col de la Forclaz (panoramic view of the lake)

The Col de la Forclaz is one of the most iconic climbs around Lake Annecy. Elevation gain: approximately 800 m. Climb length: 8 to 10 km depending on the starting point. Difficulty: challenging. The climb usually starts from Talloires or Doussard. The first...

Annecy → Albertville (entire greenway)

Annecy → Albertville (entire greenway)

Starting in Annecy, the greenway leading to Albertville is one of the most scenic cycling routes in Haute-Savoie and Savoie. Distance: approximately 45 km (one way) Terrain: very smooth Level: intermediate This route follows the old railway line,...