Loop of the Forclaz pass

Expert

29.5km

Loop

+742m

-771m

Description

Climb the mythical Col de la Forclaz. Ideal for road cyclists.

Cycling loop allowing you to climb the Col de la Forclaz (1150m) and its breathtaking view of the lake and the Aravis mountains. You will come back down by the end of the lake and will also take advantage of the lakeside cycle track for a gentle return.

Departure from the school roundabout near the school car park.

Transport

By bus 🚍
Line 20 (timetable here) Annecy - Talloires-Montmin from Annecy train and bus station.
Free Mobil'ete shuttle during high season (Informations here)
Bus Stop "Talloires Ecole", 30m away

By boat ⛴
Boat Shuttle during high season (More details here) Talloires Jetty 700m away.

By bike 🚴‍♀️
Close to the cycling path around the lake

By car 🚗

Paid parking onsite : "Talloires Ecole" (WARNING: Jammed during high season)

By train 🚈
Annecy Train Station: 12km
Albertville Train Station: 32 km

By plane ✈️
Geneva Airport (GVA): 1h / 60km
Lyon Airport (LYS): 1h35 / 140km

Route GPX track

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Address

109 route du Crêt, 74290, Talloires-Montmin