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Traverse of the Alps by bike : 5 days, 14 climbs, from Thonon-les-Bains to Nice

Cycling from Thonon-les-Bains to Nice broadly follows the Route des Grandes Alpes, one of Europe’s most complete cycling routes: roughly 700 km and around fifteen mountain passes between Lake Geneva and the Mediterranean. We chose to complete it in 5 days, leaving out the Col de Feu and Col de Joux Plane on day one, which still meant solid stages of between 99 and 162 km per day, with elevation gain regularly climbing above 3,000 m.

We got there by train from Annecy to Thonon-les-Bains, and hit the road straight out of the station.

Col du Galibier Route des Grandes Alpes
Col du Galibier Route des Grandes Alpes
Cormet de Roselend Route des Grandes Alpes

Table of Contents

Day 1 — Thonon-les-Bains → Arêches : 150 km, 3760 m D+

The original plan was to reach Beaufort. But between the late start after the train and fully booked hotels on arrival, we had to push on to Arêches, tacking on a well-felt 250 m of elevation gain in the final kilometers of the day.
 

Col de la Colombière (northeast side from Scionzier: 17.3 km, 1,127 m elevation gain, summit at 1,613 m) kicks things off. This is the one that stayed with me as the hardest of the whole week: full sun from start to finish, not an inch of shade, with a final stretch that ramps up seriously in the last two kilometers.

Next up was the Col des Aravis (from the Saint-Jean-de-Sixt junction: 10.3 km, 527 m elevation gain, summit at 1,486 m), with a strategic stop at the supermarket right before the climb, deep in Savoie, the fountains were dry, so we had to stock up on bottles before tackling it.

The Col des Saisies (Flumet side: 14.6 km, 788 m elevation gain, summit at 1,657 m) closes out the day’s climbs, with a particularly enjoyable, smooth-rolling descent. But the stage doesn’t end at the pass. There’s still the final climb back up to Arêches, with an extra 250 m of elevation gain landing at the worst possible time, legs already emptied after 150 km.

Where to stay: Le Christiania, in Arêches (other options spotted on-site: Hôtel du Grand Mont, Maison d’Oron, Hôtel la Roche).

For supplies, the Boulangerie Pâtisserie Pouilloux in Beaufort is a must for the next morning. There’s also somewhere to stock up in Saint-Jean-de-Sixt.

Download Day 1 GPX
Col des Aravis Route des Grandes Alpes
Col des Aravis Route des Grandes Alpes
Col de la Colombière Route des Grandes Alpes

Day 2 — Arêches → Modane : 150 km, 3500 m D+

Only two passes on the program but two substantial climbs, more due to their length, the Iseran especially, than their steepness.

The Cormet de Roselend (Beaufort side: 20.3 km, 1,230 m elevation gain, summit at 1,968 m) starts out unremarkably, before the Col de Méraillet reveals Lake Roselend, one of the most beautiful stretches of the whole trip. The descent changes character along the way. Gorgeous at first, then more technical through the trees down to Bourg-Saint-Maurice, with a pothole-riddled road and tighter hairpins that shouldn’t be taken lightly.

A required stop next in Séez, where the Boulangerie 3G is well worth the detour. Then begins the long, very long climb up the Col de l’Iseran (Bourg-Saint-Maurice side, via Val d’Isère: 47.5 km, roughly 2,034 m of cumulative elevation gain, summit at 2,770 m). The only real break on this side is while passing through Val d’Isère, with another bakery stop at Maison Chevallot. From there, it’s still 16 km and 929 m of elevation gain to the summit, the highest paved pass in France. After that, a long, magnificent descent toward Modane, cut short by a flat stretch that’s anything but restful at the end of the day.

Where to stay: Hôtel le Commerce, Modane.
Bakeries not to miss: Boulangerie 3G (Séez) and Maison Chevallot (Val d’Isère).

Download Day 2 GPX
Cormet de l'Iseran Route des Grandes Alpes
Cormet de Roselend

Day 3 — Modane → Cervières : 99 km, 2640 m D+

Three passes, and one of the most beautiful sequences of the whole trip.

The Col du Télégraphe (Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne side: 11.8 km, 851 m elevation gain, summit at 1,566 m) serves as a serious but manageable leg-warmer. A well-earned stop in Valloire at Le Fournil des Bergers – Boulangerie Folliet, before tackling the main climb.

The Col du Galibier (from Valloire: 18.2 km, 1,237 m elevation gain, summit at 2,642 m) remains one of the most beautiful passes of the entire crossing. Water refill, plus a restorative little Coke, at the Auberge de Plan Lachat. Lucky timing that day, the pass was closed to motorized traffic from 9 am to 12 pm. The passes reserved for cyclists change daily in France during summer, so it’s worth checking the calendar before you go.

Next stop, the Col d’Izoard, but the weather had other plans. Black clouds, an approaching storm. We stopped in Cervières, on the first part of the north side (Briançon side: roughly 9.5 km, 400 m elevation gain up to Cervières, at 1,610 m), at the last inn before the Refuge Napoléon. There were still 600 m of elevation gain left to reach the summit and continue on to Guillestre, the day’s original destination, that would have to wait until the next morning.

Where to stay: Auberge l’Arpelin, Cervières, nearly full that night, but one last room was available. Original stop Guillestre – Hôtel le Catinat Fleuri, or other options on Booking; gîtes and B&Bs are also worth checking, sometimes a great way to save money without sacrificing comfort.

Bakery: Le Fournil des Bergers – Boulangerie Folliet, in Valloire.

Download Day 3 GPX
Col du Galibier Route des Grandes Alpes
Col du Galibier Route des Grandes Alpes
Col du Galibier Route des Grandes Alpes

Day 4 — Cervières → Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée : 129 km, 3410 m D+

Sunrise over Cervières, one of the most beautiful memories of the trip. The final stretch of the Izoard (Cervières → summit: roughly 8 km, 600 m elevation gain, summit at 2,360 m) lives up to its reputation: one of the most beautiful passes of the whole crossing.

A freezing descent down to Guillestre, with a mandatory detour to the Boulangerie Artisanale, the braided brioche I bought there stayed with me, and fueled me for three days in my saddlebag. 

Then a long stretch of gently descending false flat through magnificent gorges, with little traffic in the morning, before tackling the Col de Vars (Guillestre side: 19.4 km, 1,111 m elevation gain, summit at 2,108 m). A descent follows down to the foot of the Bonette, the toughest chunk of the day.

The Col de la Bonette, all the way to the Cime (Jausiers side: 24 km, 1,589 m elevation gain, summit at 2,802 m), came down to a weather window: a threatening cloud hung over the summit, but the forecast called for a clear enough spell to attempt the climb. It’s actually the highest paved road in Europe connecting two valleys a title sometimes disputed by other dead-end high-altitude roads (like Spain’s Pico Veleta), but the Bonette remains the reference for this kind of valley-to-valley route. A magnificent descent despite the cold and clouds down to Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée, a pretty village where a last-minute Booking reservation saved the evening. To get closer to the start of the Col de Saint-Martin, it’s also possible to push on to Isola or Saint-Sauveur-sur-Tinée, though accommodation gets scarcer there on short notice.

Download Day 4 GPX
Col de la Bonette Route des Grandes Alpes
Col de l'Izoard Route des Grandes Alpes
Col de l'Izoard Route des Grandes Alpes

Day 5 — Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée → Nice : 162 km, 3140 m D+

The longest stage, and the one with the most passes.

30 km of easy warm-up in the cool morning air to reach the foot of the Col de Saint-Martin / La Colmiane (Vallée de Tinée side: 16.5 km, 1,023 m elevation gain, summit at 1,502 m), with a well-earned stop in Saint-Martin-Vésubie on the way down, at the bakery La Petite Suisse, that blueberry tart is one for the memory bank.

Well refueled, on to the Col de Turini (Vésubie valley side: 15.2 km, 1,104 m elevation gain, summit at 1,604 m), the very same pass the Monte Carlo Rally tackles every year. The descent that follows, through scenery that could give Avatar a run for its money, stands as one of the most beautiful of the whole trip.

A stop in Sospel to eat and refill the bottles, before taking on the Col de Castillon (Sospel side: 7 km, 366 m elevation gain, summit at 706 m) and then the Col d’Èze (Menton side: 16.7 km, 541 m elevation gain, summit at 500 m). Right after Castillon, the sea finally appears on the horizon. The Col d’Èze, last of the series, is also the least enjoyable with a heavy traffic, but it’s the last one, and you can feel the finish line getting close.

Arriving in Nice, after five days and 14 passes, brings an emotion that’s hard to put into words.

A crossing I’d strongly recommend doing at least once in a lifetime.

Download Day 5 GPX
Col de Turini Route des Grandes Alpes
Col de Castillon Route des Grandes Alpes

My gears/equipments for this trip

My bike : 

Ortlieb Saddle Bag, 11L 

Ortlieb Frame-pack toptube, 3L

  • Chargers (phone + electronic transmission)
  • Power bank
  • Sunscreen
  • Anti-chafing cream (essential over 5 days in a row)
  • Multitool
  • Pump
  • Inner tube
  • Mèches puncture repair
  • Wallet with some cash
  • Bars et gels

What I wish I’d had: gloves to protect my hands on descents. A pair of leg warmers and arm warmers would also have been nice to have, despite the heatwave, storms are more frequent at altitude than you’d think.

Where to sleep: how we chose

  • Booking ahead vs. last minute: Booking as you go keeps your pace flexible, but comes with the risk of finding no vacancy in peak season, like in Beaufort, where we had to push on to Arêches for lack of a room. An effective compromise is booking the night before for the next stop, once the day’s stage is nearly wrapped up and you have a rough arrival time. We rode the crossing from June 27 to July 2.
  • Sleeping right before a pass rather than after: Spending the night at the foot of a big climb lets you tackle it cold, with fresh legs and often milder weather in the morning. But “at the foot” doesn’t necessarily mean immediately at the base: sleeping 20-30 km before, if the terrain is flat or gently descending, lets you warm up steadily while riding before hitting the slope, rather than starting cold straight into the climb. It’s also a way to split an otherwise-too-long stage into two more manageable parts, without losing momentum on the overall schedule.
  • Always have a backup plan in peak season: In July and August, small Alpine villages fill up fast, especially on weekends or during local events. Scouting two or three fallback options within a 10-15 km radius ahead of time saves you the stress of an unfindable room at the end of the day.

Refueling: one of the most important part

  • Bakeries as strategic checkpoints: On this crossing, village bakeries acted as real refueling stops, often more reliable than a supermarket in the middle of the mountains. It’s worth scouting out ahead of time which ones sit right on your route, ideally just before a big climb.
  • Fountains: don’t count on them everywhere. In Savoie especially, several fountains were closed or shut off, forcing us to top up on water in advance, before heading into more isolated areas. The rule we adopted: fill your bottles as soon as a reliable water point shows up, rather than waiting until you’re running dry.
  • What to carry for self-sufficiency between villages: Between refueling stops, it’s best to always keep a reserve of bars, pastries, or a sandwich to avoid hitting the wall mid-climb, especially on passes longer than 15 km. On the water front, plan generously in summer for long climbs like the Iseran or the Bonette, where there may not be a water point for over an hour of climbing.

General logistic of the trip

  • How we split up the stages: Choosing to do it in 5 days meant demanding stages, between 99 and 162 km with daily elevation gain often exceeding 3,000 m. It’s a pace that requires solid fitness, but one that lets you complete the crossing within a week off work without stretching it out too much.
  • The train to reach the starting point: Taking the train from Annecy to Thonon-les-Bains let us start riding straight out of the station, with no car logistics to deal with. It’s a simple option for this kind of linear route, avoiding the hassle of having to go back for a vehicle at the other end of the trip.
  • The return from Nice: We took the train back the day after arriving, which left an evening to catch our breath and celebrate the end of the trip on the spot.

The weather

  • How we tracked the weather day by day: We used météociel.com to check the forecasts. We also asked the locals.
  • The calls made at the Izoard and the Bonette: On both of these passes, the same logic applied: watch the clouds and the weather window rather than charging in blindly. That meant an early stop in Cervières one time, and a carefully timed start the other, to catch the dry window before the storm on the Bonette.
  • Best time of year to attempt this crossing: The big passes above 2,000 m, like the Iseran or the Bonette, are generally only open between June and October, depending on snowfall. Aiming for July-August maximizes your chances of finding all the roads clear, at the cost of heavier traffic on the touristy stretches.
  • Gearing up for the valley-to-summit temperature swing: With over 2,000 m of elevation gain on some days, the temperature difference between the valley floor and the summit can top 15°C, not counting wind chill at altitude. A lightweight rain jacket and arm warmers tucked in the saddlebag are usually enough to get over the summits without freezing on the descent.

Budget / duration / level required

  • Physical level required (in 5days): This kind of crossing requires having already done long rides and knowing your own limits well, especially in hot weather. Managing your effort and hydration matters as much as your legs. You also need to be comfortable riding in traffic and know how to descend, since some descents can be steep and technical. The upside is that the effort is spread out over the whole day: you stay mostly in zone 2, which doesn’t wreck your muscles too much as long as you avoid unnecessary surges. The weight of the saddlebags, on the other hand, affects your pace, and your knees can start to ache by the end of the day from repeated strain under that load.
  • Budget range for accommodation + food: Splitting the cost between two people, expect around 50€ for a night’s accommodation. For food, small stops along the way generally run 10-15€ per person, and dinner in the evening around 25€ per person.
  • Best window of dates in summer: July remains a good compromise between open passes, long daylight hours, and still-reasonable crowds, before the August peak on routes like the Route des Grandes Alpes. We started every morning between 5:30 and 6:00 am to make the most of the cool morning window.
  • Train budget from Annecy and back from Nice, by TER:
    • Annecy → Thonon-les-Bains: around 13€
    • Nice → Annecy: around 115€

At a glance

ItineraryThonon-les-Bains → Nice
Duration5 days
Total distance~690 km
Total elevation gain~16 450 m
Nunmber of passes14
Longest stageDay 5, 162 km / 3100 m D+
Shortest stageDay 3, 99 km / 2600 m D+
Highest pointCime de la Bonette, 2802 m
Best seasonBeginning of June/July
Level requiredExperienced cyclist, comfortable descending
Estimated budget / day / person~100€ accommodation (à 2) + 35-40€ food

Five days earlier, sweating through the switchbacks of the Colombière, the sea felt a thousand miles away. I hope this story makes you want to see it appear for yourself, at the top of the Col d’Èze. Make the most of every stage, and don’t hesitate to share your own experience in the comments 🙂

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Annecy

5 avenue du Stand 74000 Annecy

Horaires

Mardi - Vendredi 10:00 - 19:00 // Samedi 10:00 -18:00 // fermé le dimanche

 

Spécialités

café & boissons

 

Les Plus

 

  • centre-ville
  • terrasse
  • magasin textile vélo
  • sofa & tv
Téléphone

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Website

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Après avoir créé Matchy en 2016, une marque de vêtements de vélo écoresponsable, Flore et Geoffrey ont décidé de poursuivre leur aventure en ouvrant Matchy Cyclist Clubhouse en juin dernier.

Situé au cœur d’Annecy, le Matchy Cyclist Clubhouse rassemble les cyclistes locaux ou de passage, offrant la possibilité de découvrir la gamme complète de la marque, ainsi que les produits de ses partenaires.

Cet espace constitue un lieu de rencontre privilégié entre les marques et les passionnés de cyclisme, en accueillant des soirées d’activations.

Son espace canapé/télévision est également l’endroit préféré des sportifs passionnés pour regarder les plus grandes compétitions du moment. Le Matchy Cyclist Clubhouse est également le point de rendez-vous pour les sorties cyclistes organisées, dont vous pourrez retrouver les dates ici

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À proximité
Bonnes Adresses

(*testées)

COFFE SHOP & BRUNCH

Annecy

Hiatus Coffee*

Café, brunch

Annecy

Slake Coffee*

café, brunch 
Annecy

Baïda*

café, brunch

Duingt

Le Bon Wagon*

Café, brunch, atelier réparation, vente de vêtements ASSOS 

Annecy

Le Bar Roux D'Heure*

Café, brunch

Annecy

Brume*

Café sans ordinateur

Annecy

Mylk Tea Café*

café, brunch 
Annecy

Matchy Cyclist House*

Café, Machy shop

Manigod

Lo garâjo*

Café et bar, déco, épicerie fine, et cave

RESTAURANTS

Annecy

The Little Italy*

pizzeria

Annecy

La Voglia*

pizzeria

Annecy, Pringy & Sévrier

Woodstock Garden*

burger, tapas, bières, vins. beer garden. en extérieur 

Annecy, Pringy & Sévrier

L'Amnésie*

bières, cocktails, burgers, pizzas, salades, blind tests,..

Talloires

Auberge du Père Bise*

par le chef Jean Sulpice

Annecy

La Filaterie*

Food Court

Annecy

Canailles Street Food*

Dans les nouvelles galeries. Street Food

Annecy

Pura Vida*

bowls, healthy food

Annecy

Les Glacier des Alpes*

Les meilleures glaces 😉

HÉBERGEMENTS

Annecy

Hôtel Le Pélican

Hôtel 

Doussard

Hygge Lodge

Chambres d'hôtes et spa

ACTIVITÉS

Annecy

Mont Veyrier*

Trail running. Vue sur le Lac d'Annecy. 

SUNSET SPOT***

La Magne

Col de la Cochette*

Trail running. Vue sur le Lac d'Annecy

SUNSET SPOT***

Annecy

Le Semnoz*

Explorez le Semnoz par ses multiples chemins et rejoignez le sommet pour admirez un panorama à 360° des montagnes environnantes et du Mont Blanc!

Annecy

Vieille ville d'Annecy

Visitez le centre historique médiéval de la vieille ville d'Annecy 

Lovagny

Les Gorges du Fier

Découvrez ce canyon avec une passerelle fixée dans la roche à plus de 25m de hauteur!
Lac d'Annecy

Wakesurf, plongée, stand-up paddle, ...

Pleins d'activités aquatiques vous attendent sur le Lac d'Annecy!

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Start/Finish

Annecy

 
Best seasons

fall, spring & summer

 

Elevation gain

+690m

Distance

7,30km

Télécharger GPX 39km
Haute-Savoie
Best Addresses

(*tested)

COFFE SHOP & BRUNCH

Annecy

Hiatus Coffee*

Coffee, brunch

Annecy

Slake Coffee*

coffee, brunch 
Duingt

Le Bon Wagon*

Coffee, brunch, repair workshop, and sale of ASSOS clothing

Annecy

Le Bar Roux D'Heure*

Coffee, brunch

Annecy

Brume*

Computer-free café

Annecy

Mylk Tea Café*

coffee, brunch 
Annecy

Matchy Cyclist House*

Coffee, Matchy shop

Manigod

Lo garâjo*

Café and bar, decor, gourmet grocery, and cellar

RESTAURANTS

Annecy

La Filaterie*

Food Court

Annecy, Pringy & Sévrier

L'Amnésie*

bières, cocktails, burgers, pizzas, salades, blind tests,..

Annecy

Canailles Street Food*

Inside the New Galleries Street Food

Annecy, Pringy & Sévrier

Woodstock Garden*

burger, tapas, beers, wine. beer garden. outside

Talloires

Auberge du Père Bise*

By chef Jean Sulpice

Annecy

Pura Vida*

bowls, healthy food

Annecy

Les Glacier des Alpes*

The best ice-creams 😉

Annecy

The Little Italy*

pizzeria

Annecy

La Voglia*

pizzeria

ACCOMODATIONS

Annecy

Hôtel Le Pélican

Hôtel 

Doussard

Hygge Lodge

Bed & breakfast, spa

ACTIVITIES

Annecy

Mont Veyrier*

Trail running. View on Annecy's Lake

SUNSET SPOT***

La Magne

Col de la Cochette*

Trail running. View on Annecy's Lake

SUNSET SPOT***

Annecy

Le Semnoz*

Explore the Semnoz through its numerous trails and reach the summit to admire a 360° panorama of the surrounding mountains and the Mont Blanc!

Annecy

Annecy Old City Center

Explore the medieval historic center of the old town of Annecy.

Lovagny

Les Gorges du Fier

Discover this canyon with a walkway fixed in the rock at a height of over 25 meters!
Lac d'Annecy

Wakesurf, diving, snorkling, stand-up paddle, ...

A wide range of water activities awaits you on Lake Annecy!

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Start/Finish

Saint-Jorioz

 
Best seasons

fall, spring & summer

 

Elevation gain

+780m

Distance

8,60km

Télécharger GPX 39km
Haute-Savoie
Best Addresses

(*tested)

COFFE SHOP & BRUNCH

Annecy

Hiatus Coffee*

Coffee, brunch

Annecy

Slake Coffee*

coffee, brunch 
Duingt

Le Bon Wagon*

Coffee, brunch, repair workshop, and sale of ASSOS clothing

Annecy

Le Bar Roux D'Heure*

Coffee, brunch

Annecy

Brume*

Computer-free café

Annecy

Mylk Tea Café*

coffee, brunch 
Annecy

Matchy Cyclist House*

Coffee, Matchy shop

Manigod

Lo garâjo*

Café and bar, decor, gourmet grocery, and cellar

RESTAURANTS

Annecy

La Filaterie*

Food Court

Annecy, Pringy & Sévrier

L'Amnésie*

bières, cocktails, burgers, pizzas, salades, blind tests,..

Annecy

Canailles Street Food*

Inside the New Galleries Street Food

Annecy, Pringy & Sévrier

Woodstock Garden*

burger, tapas, beers, wine. beer garden. outside

Talloires

Auberge du Père Bise*

By chef Jean Sulpice

Annecy

Pura Vida*

bowls, healthy food

Annecy

Les Glacier des Alpes*

The best ice-creams 😉

Annecy

The Little Italy*

pizzeria

Annecy

La Voglia*

pizzeria

ACCOMODATIONS

Annecy

Hôtel Le Pélican

Hôtel 

Doussard

Hygge Lodge

Bed & breakfast, spa

ACTIVITIES

Annecy

Mont Veyrier*

Trail running. View on Annecy's Lake

SUNSET SPOT***

La Magne

Col de la Cochette*

Trail running. View on Annecy's Lake

SUNSET SPOT***

Annecy

Le Semnoz*

Explore the Semnoz through its numerous trails and reach the summit to admire a 360° panorama of the surrounding mountains and the Mont Blanc!

Annecy

Annecy Old City Center

Explore the medieval historic center of the old town of Annecy.

Lovagny

Les Gorges du Fier

Discover this canyon with a walkway fixed in the rock at a height of over 25 meters!
Lac d'Annecy

Wakesurf, diving, snorkling, stand-up paddle, ...

A wide range of water activities awaits you on Lake Annecy!

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For hiking enthusiasts seeking a technical challenge, the Traverse of the Dents de Lanfon demands good physical condition and confirmed mountain experience. With demanding sections, the use of ropes and other equipment is highly recommended. This adventure will take you through breathtaking landscapes, but it’s essential to be well-prepared and secured to fully enjoy this unique and exhilarating experience.

Haute-Savoie
Best Addresses

(*tested)

COFFE SHOP & BRUNCH

Annecy

Hiatus Coffee*

Coffee, brunch

Annecy

Slake Coffee*

coffee, brunch 
Duingt

Le Bon Wagon*

Coffee, brunch, repair workshop, and sale of ASSOS clothing

Annecy

Le Bar Roux D'Heure*

Coffee, brunch

Annecy

Brume*

Computer-free café

Annecy

Mylk Tea Café*

coffee, brunch 
Annecy

Matchy Cyclist House*

Coffee, Matchy shop

Manigod

Lo garâjo*

Café and bar, decor, gourmet grocery, and cellar

RESTAURANTS

Annecy

La Filaterie*

Food Court

Annecy, Pringy & Sévrier

L'Amnésie*

bières, cocktails, burgers, pizzas, salades, blind tests,..

Annecy

Canailles Street Food*

Inside the New Galleries Street Food

Annecy, Pringy & Sévrier

Woodstock Garden*

burger, tapas, beers, wine. beer garden. outside

Talloires

Auberge du Père Bise*

By chef Jean Sulpice

Annecy

Pura Vida*

bowls, healthy food

Annecy

Les Glacier des Alpes*

The best ice-creams 😉

Annecy

The Little Italy*

pizzeria

Annecy

La Voglia*

pizzeria

ACCOMODATIONS

Annecy

Hôtel Le Pélican

Hôtel 

Doussard

Hygge Lodge

Bed & breakfast, spa

ACTIVITIES

Annecy

Mont Veyrier*

Trail running. View on Annecy's Lake

SUNSET SPOT***

La Magne

Col de la Cochette*

Trail running. View on Annecy's Lake

SUNSET SPOT***

Annecy

Le Semnoz*

Explore the Semnoz through its numerous trails and reach the summit to admire a 360° panorama of the surrounding mountains and the Mont Blanc!

Annecy

Annecy Old City Center

Explore the medieval historic center of the old town of Annecy.

Lovagny

Les Gorges du Fier

Discover this canyon with a walkway fixed in the rock at a height of over 25 meters!
Lac d'Annecy

Wakesurf, diving, snorkling, stand-up paddle, ...

A wide range of water activities awaits you on Lake Annecy!

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]]> https://www.destinations-gravel.com/en/2023/07/30/crossing-of-the-dents-de-lanfon-annecy-hike-must-do-lake-mountains-explore-france-haute-savoie-french-alps/feed/ 0 Le Bon Wagon – Duingt https://www.destinations-gravel.com/en/2023/07/30/le-bon-wagon-duingt-2/ https://www.destinations-gravel.com/en/2023/07/30/le-bon-wagon-duingt-2/#respond Sun, 30 Jul 2023 13:04:14 +0000 https://work.gravelkim.com/?p=4563 The perfect spot for a quick break during your ride in Annecy

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Addresse

Duingt

107 rue des Près Bernard

74410  Duingt

Hours

Everyday 10:00 à 18:00 June to September

October to May : closed on Monday

Specialties

bowls, salads, savoyard dishes, apéro, homemade desserts

 

Website

info

Highlights

 

  • on the bike path
  • brunch
  • bikes rental
  • terrace
  • cycling shop
  • bike workshop
  • Craft beers
Phone

04 50 19 50 57

 

Le Bon Wagon is the perfect place for a break after your bike ride or even for a quick stop along the way. Located on the bike path, on the side of Duingt, you can enjoy bowls, smoothies, cookies, and many other delights at Le Bon Wagon. Additionally, they offer bike repair services in their mechanic workshop, as well as the option to rent or purchase a bike. It’s one of the most popular bike cafes on the Tour du Lac, so don’t hesitate to stop by! 🙂

Le Bon Wagon Duingt Coffee Shop
Near the itinerary
Best Addresses

(*tested)

COFFE SHOP & BRUNCH

Annecy

Hiatus Coffee*

Coffee, brunch

Annecy

Slake Coffee*

coffee, brunch 
Duingt

Le Bon Wagon*

Coffee, brunch, repair workshop, and sale of ASSOS clothing

Annecy

Le Bar Roux D'Heure*

Coffee, brunch

Annecy

Brume*

Computer-free café

Annecy

Mylk Tea Café*

coffee, brunch 
Annecy

Matchy Cyclist House*

Coffee, Matchy shop

Manigod

Lo garâjo*

Café and bar, decor, gourmet grocery, and cellar

RESTAURANTS

Annecy

La Filaterie*

Food Court

Annecy, Pringy & Sévrier

L'Amnésie*

bières, cocktails, burgers, pizzas, salades, blind tests,..

Annecy

Canailles Street Food*

Inside the New Galleries Street Food

Annecy, Pringy & Sévrier

Woodstock Garden*

burger, tapas, beers, wine. beer garden. outside

Talloires

Auberge du Père Bise*

By chef Jean Sulpice

Annecy

Pura Vida*

bowls, healthy food

Annecy

Les Glacier des Alpes*

The best ice-creams 😉

Annecy

The Little Italy*

pizzeria

Annecy

La Voglia*

pizzeria

ACCOMODATIONS

Annecy

Hôtel Le Pélican

Hôtel 

Doussard

Hygge Lodge

Bed & breakfast, spa

ACTIVITIES

Annecy

Mont Veyrier*

Trail running. View on Annecy's Lake

SUNSET SPOT***

La Magne

Col de la Cochette*

Trail running. View on Annecy's Lake

SUNSET SPOT***

Annecy

Le Semnoz*

Explore the Semnoz through its numerous trails and reach the summit to admire a 360° panorama of the surrounding mountains and the Mont Blanc!

Annecy

Annecy Old City Center

Explore the medieval historic center of the old town of Annecy.

Lovagny

Les Gorges du Fier

Discover this canyon with a walkway fixed in the rock at a height of over 25 meters!
Lac d'Annecy

Wakesurf, diving, snorkling, stand-up paddle, ...

A wide range of water activities awaits you on Lake Annecy!

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Addresse

Saint-Jean-de-Sixt

175 ancienne route de la clusaz 74450 Saint-Jean-de-Sixt
 
Hours

Everyday 8:00 - 17:45

 

Specialties

coffee shop, homemade cakes, sandwiches

 

Highlights

 

  • bike & ski workshop
  • bike rental
  • pets allowed
  • ski rental
  • bike shop

06 50 98 84 33

 

Website

Info

 

Near the itinerary
Best Addresses

(*tested)

COFFE SHOP & BRUNCH

Manigod

Lo garâjo*

Café and bar, decor, gourmet grocery, and cellar

La Clusaz

La Ferme*

Local fresh products, pizzas

Annecy

Hiatus Coffee*

Coffee, brunch

Annecy

Slake Coffee*

coffee, brunch 
Duingt

Le Bon Wagon*

Coffee, brunch, repair workshop, and sale of ASSOS clothing

Annecy

Le Bar Roux D'Heure*

Coffee, brunch

Annecy

Brume*

Computer-free café

Annecy

Mylk Tea Café*

coffee, brunch 
Annecy

Matchy Cyclist House*

Coffee, Matchy shop

RESTAURANTS

Annecy

La Filaterie*

Food Court

Annecy, Pringy & Sévrier

L'Amnésie*

bières, cocktails, burgers, pizzas, salades, blind tests,..

Annecy

Canailles Street Food*

Inside the New Galleries Street Food

Annecy, Pringy & Sévrier

Woodstock Garden*

burger, tapas, beers, wine. beer garden. outside

Talloires

Auberge du Père Bise*

By chef Jean Sulpice

Annecy

Pura Vida*

bowls, healthy food

Annecy

Les Glacier des Alpes*

The best ice-creams 😉

Annecy

The Little Italy*

pizzeria

Annecy

La Voglia*

pizzeria

ACTIVITIES

La Clusaz

Station de ski La Clusaz

La Clusaz

Bikepark La Clusaz

Annecy

Mont Veyrier*

Trail running. View on Annecy's Lake

SUNSET SPOT***

La Magne

Col de la Cochette*

Trail running. View on Annecy's Lake

SUNSET SPOT***

Annecy

Le Semnoz*

Explore the Semnoz through its numerous trails and reach the summit to admire a 360° panorama of the surrounding mountains and the Mont Blanc!

Annecy

Annecy Old City Center

Explore the medieval historic center of the old town of Annecy.

Lovagny

Les Gorges du Fier

Discover this canyon with a walkway fixed in the rock at a height of over 25 meters!
Lac d'Annecy

Wakesurf, diving, snorkling, stand-up paddle, ...

A wide range of water activities awaits you on Lake Annecy!

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]]> https://www.destinations-gravel.com/en/2023/07/30/daka-store-saint-jean-de-sixt/feed/ 0 La Ferme – La Clusaz https://www.destinations-gravel.com/en/2023/07/30/la-ferme-la-clusaz-2/ https://www.destinations-gravel.com/en/2023/07/30/la-ferme-la-clusaz-2/#respond Sun, 30 Jul 2023 12:02:44 +0000 https://work.gravelkim.com/?p=4484 A restaurant close to the heart, cherished for its delightful dishes, friendly ambiance, and the kindness of the staff. Not to be missed if you're passing through La Clusaz, both in summer and winter!

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Addresse

La Clusaz

1078 Rte du Col des Aravis, 74220 La Clusaz
 
Opening

From 06/02 to 09/03/2023

 

Hours

Everyday 7:30 - 10:00 // 12:00 - 14:00 // 19:00 - 22:00

 

Specialties

market cuisine & Savoyard specialties

 

Hotel

 

Highlights

 

  • cozy
  • pets allowed
  • terrace

04 50 02 50 50

 

Website

Reservation

 

Price

€€-€€€

 

La Ferme La Clusaz restaurant
La Ferme La Clusaz pizza restaurant
La Ferme La Clusaz dessert
Near the itinerary
Best Addresses

(*tested)

COFFE SHOP & BRUNCH

Manigod

Lo garâjo*

Café and bar, decor, gourmet grocery, and cellar

La Clusaz

La Ferme*

Local fresh products, pizzas

Annecy

Hiatus Coffee*

Coffee, brunch

Annecy

Slake Coffee*

coffee, brunch 
Duingt

Le Bon Wagon*

Coffee, brunch, repair workshop, and sale of ASSOS clothing

Annecy

Le Bar Roux D'Heure*

Coffee, brunch

Annecy

Brume*

Computer-free café

Annecy

Mylk Tea Café*

coffee, brunch 
Annecy

Matchy Cyclist House*

Coffee, Matchy shop

RESTAURANTS

Annecy

La Filaterie*

Food Court

Annecy, Pringy & Sévrier

L'Amnésie*

bières, cocktails, burgers, pizzas, salades, blind tests,..

Annecy

Canailles Street Food*

Inside the New Galleries Street Food

Annecy, Pringy & Sévrier

Woodstock Garden*

burger, tapas, beers, wine. beer garden. outside

Talloires

Auberge du Père Bise*

By chef Jean Sulpice

Annecy

Pura Vida*

bowls, healthy food

Annecy

Les Glacier des Alpes*

The best ice-creams 😉

Annecy

The Little Italy*

pizzeria

Annecy

La Voglia*

pizzeria

ACTIVITIES

La Clusaz

Station de ski La Clusaz

La Clusaz

Bikepark La Clusaz

Annecy

Mont Veyrier*

Trail running. View on Annecy's Lake

SUNSET SPOT***

La Magne

Col de la Cochette*

Trail running. View on Annecy's Lake

SUNSET SPOT***

Annecy

Le Semnoz*

Explore the Semnoz through its numerous trails and reach the summit to admire a 360° panorama of the surrounding mountains and the Mont Blanc!

Annecy

Annecy Old City Center

Explore the medieval historic center of the old town of Annecy.

Lovagny

Les Gorges du Fier

Discover this canyon with a walkway fixed in the rock at a height of over 25 meters!
Lac d'Annecy

Wakesurf, diving, snorkling, stand-up paddle, ...

A wide range of water activities awaits you on Lake Annecy!

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Addresse

Morzine

 142 Rue du Bourg, 74110 Morzine
 
Hours

Mon, Tue & Thu 8:00 - 19:00 // Fri, Sat & Sun 8:00 - 20:00 // Closed Wednesday

 

Specialties

Specialty coffee, independent beers, natural wines

 

Highlights

Les Plus

 

  • cozy
  • pets allowed
  • terrace
  • down-town

Insta

 

Near the itinerary
Best Addresses

(*tested)

COFFE SHOP & BRUNCH

Annecy

Hiatus Coffee*

Coffee, brunch

Annecy

Slake Coffee*

coffee, brunch 
Duingt

Le Bon Wagon*

Coffee, brunch, repair workshop, and sale of ASSOS clothing

Annecy

Le Bar Roux D'Heure*

Coffee, brunch

Annecy

Brume*

Computer-free café

Annecy

Mylk Tea Café*

coffee, brunch 
Annecy

Matchy Cyclist House*

Coffee, Matchy shop

Manigod

Lo garâjo*

Café and bar, decor, gourmet grocery, and cellar

RESTAURANTS

Annecy

La Filaterie*

Food Court

Annecy, Pringy & Sévrier

L'Amnésie*

bières, cocktails, burgers, pizzas, salades, blind tests,..

Annecy

Canailles Street Food*

Inside the New Galleries Street Food

Annecy, Pringy & Sévrier

Woodstock Garden*

burger, tapas, beers, wine. beer garden. outside

Talloires

Auberge du Père Bise*

By chef Jean Sulpice

Annecy

Pura Vida*

bowls, healthy food

Annecy

Les Glacier des Alpes*

The best ice-creams 😉

Annecy

The Little Italy*

pizzeria

Annecy

La Voglia*

pizzeria

ACCOMODATIONS

Annecy

Hôtel Le Pélican

Hôtel 

Doussard

Hygge Lodge

Bed & breakfast, spa

ACTIVITIES

Annecy

Mont Veyrier*

Trail running. View on Annecy's Lake

SUNSET SPOT***

La Magne

Col de la Cochette*

Trail running. View on Annecy's Lake

SUNSET SPOT***

Annecy

Le Semnoz*

Explore the Semnoz through its numerous trails and reach the summit to admire a 360° panorama of the surrounding mountains and the Mont Blanc!

Annecy

Annecy Old City Center

Explore the medieval historic center of the old town of Annecy.

Lovagny

Les Gorges du Fier

Discover this canyon with a walkway fixed in the rock at a height of over 25 meters!
Lac d'Annecy

Wakesurf, diving, snorkling, stand-up paddle, ...

A wide range of water activities awaits you on Lake Annecy!

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Addresse

La Giettaz

2878 route des Montagnes Lieu-dit Psamo73590 La Giettaz

Opening

From 05/18 to 10/31

 

Hours

Everyday 9:00 - 23:00 // Closed Monday & Tuesday evenings

 

Specialties

traditional and local cuisine, all homemade

 

Highlights

 

  • view
  • terrace
  • cozy
  • pets allowed
Phone

06 05 46 08 76

 

Pricing

€€-€€€

 

On La Route de la Soif, after conquering the Col des Aravis by bike or exploring its trails on foot, Plan Rebord will warmly welcome you for a well-deserved stop. Indulge in a delicious homemade blueberry tart or other local delicacies. A moment of pure delight awaits you in this enchanting setting!

Near the itinerary
Best Addresses

(*tested)

COFFE SHOP & BRUNCH

Annecy

Hiatus Coffee*

Coffee, brunch

Annecy

Slake Coffee*

coffee, brunch 
Duingt

Le Bon Wagon*

Coffee, brunch, repair workshop, and sale of ASSOS clothing

Annecy

Le Bar Roux D'Heure*

Coffee, brunch

Annecy

Brume*

Computer-free café

Annecy

Mylk Tea Café*

coffee, brunch 
Annecy

Matchy Cyclist House*

Coffee, Matchy shop

Manigod

Lo garâjo*

Café and bar, decor, gourmet grocery, and cellar

RESTAURANTS

Annecy

La Filaterie*

Food Court

Annecy, Pringy & Sévrier

L'Amnésie*

bières, cocktails, burgers, pizzas, salades, blind tests,..

Annecy

Canailles Street Food*

Inside the New Galleries Street Food

Annecy, Pringy & Sévrier

Woodstock Garden*

burger, tapas, beers, wine. beer garden. outside

Talloires

Auberge du Père Bise*

By chef Jean Sulpice

Annecy

Pura Vida*

bowls, healthy food

Annecy

Les Glacier des Alpes*

The best ice-creams 😉

Annecy

The Little Italy*

pizzeria

Annecy

La Voglia*

pizzeria

ACCOMODATIONS

Annecy

Hôtel Le Pélican

Hôtel 

Doussard

Hygge Lodge

Bed & breakfast, spa

ACTIVITIES

Annecy

Mont Veyrier*

Trail running. View on Annecy's Lake

SUNSET SPOT***

La Magne

Col de la Cochette*

Trail running. View on Annecy's Lake

SUNSET SPOT***

Annecy

Le Semnoz*

Explore the Semnoz through its numerous trails and reach the summit to admire a 360° panorama of the surrounding mountains and the Mont Blanc!

Annecy

Annecy Old City Center

Explore the medieval historic center of the old town of Annecy.

Lovagny

Les Gorges du Fier

Discover this canyon with a walkway fixed in the rock at a height of over 25 meters!
Lac d'Annecy

Wakesurf, diving, snorkling, stand-up paddle, ...

A wide range of water activities awaits you on Lake Annecy!

L’article Auberge du Plan Rebord – La Giettaz est apparu en premier sur Destinations Gravel.

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