From the shores of Lake Annecy, embark on an adventure to discover one of the most beautiful gravel climb in the area. This route will take you to the Col de St-Eustache, and then you will cross the Bauges region through some low-traffic country roads. While there will be asphalt sections throughout this ride, you will encounter numerous small gravel sections, and most importantly, you will have the opportunity to climb the Col de Chérel, which is only accessible by gravel.

After a good coffee at Matchy, you take the road towards the bike path around the Lake Annecy. Some alternatives to the asphalt track are possible by alternating with the singles on its sides. If there are too many pedestrians on the tracks, stay on the bike path.

Enjoy the flat roads before climbing to Veyrier-du-Lac and reach the Menthon wood. This wood reserves a magnificent gravel passage on the edge of the forest with a view of Annecy’s Lake in the background. The descent is a bit technical with big pebbles, but especially crossing with hikers can sometimes be difficult, be careful. After this pleasant passage, you continue on the roads of small villages before reaching a 100% gravel hill. It lasts about 1km, try to stay on your bike all along because if you put your foot on the ground you may not be able to get back on. The next stop is at a viewpoint on the lake from the Ermitage de Saint-Germain-sur-Talloires.