Saint-Jean-De-Sixt is a village located in the heart of the Massif des Aravis in Haute-Savoie, France. This region is characterized by its mountainous terrain, featuring prominent peaks like Tête du Danay and La Bourgeoise, alongside dense forests and alpine meadows. Its position between Lake Annecy and the Mont Blanc massif provides a diverse landscape suitable for several sports like touring cycling, road cycling, hiking, jogging, and more.
Saint-Jean-De-Sixt offers more than 100 routes for outdoor…
129
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4.5
(373)
Average rating
8000
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4.5
(10)
671
riders
93.9km
07:00
2,170m
2,170m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(8)
550
riders
61.3km
04:51
1,770m
1,770m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(6)
463
riders
33.9km
02:35
890m
890m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(4)
367
riders
35.3km
03:40
1,060m
1,050m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.5
(4)
192
riders
23.4km
01:51
790m
790m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.5
(11)
608
riders
26.5km
01:37
710m
710m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.9
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186
riders
71.6km
04:11
1,750m
1,760m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(1)
98
riders
19.0km
01:04
290m
300m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.5
(30)
183
riders
29.9km
02:46
880m
880m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.7
(31)
157
riders
35.6km
03:25
1,120m
1,120m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(21)
152
riders
35.3km
03:37
1,100m
1,100m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.7
(15)
109
riders
21.5km
02:06
670m
670m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.0
(2)
251
runners
5.24km
00:34
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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73
runners
6.24km
00:48
210m
210m
Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

80
runners
12.5km
01:24
260m
260m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
34
runners
9.28km
01:05
280m
280m
Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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4.0
(7)
112
hikers
11.2km
05:38
980m
990m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.5
(20)
162
hikers
13.4km
04:31
590m
590m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.5
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92
hikers
4.27km
01:31
210m
210m
Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.9
(8)
97
hikers
11.7km
05:02
1,020m
1,020m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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5.0
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81
hikers
4.97km
03:01
460m
460m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
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20
hikers
11.6km
05:12
800m
800m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

12
hikers
10.8km
03:42
590m
590m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(3)
8
hikers
7.93km
02:26
280m
280m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
(3)
42
riders
72.5km
05:20
1,970m
1,970m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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6
riders
17.9km
01:56
660m
660m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.2
(5)
47
riders
43.6km
03:28
1,260m
1,260m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.0
(1)
18
riders
28.0km
02:50
920m
920m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Saint-Jean-De-Sixt offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Touring cycling, Road cycling, Hiking, Jogging, Mountain biking, Mountaineering, and Gravel biking. The region features 109 routes with an average rating of 4.48 stars from more than 37,000 visitors. It is situated in the Massif des Aravis, providing diverse terrain for exploration.
Saint-Jean-De-Sixt is a hub for both touring cycling and road cycling, located on the Route des Grandes Alpes. Cyclists can find routes that challenge them on famous Tour de France passes like the Col des Aravis and Col de la Colombière. Routes vary in difficulty, catering to different fitness levels.
Yes, Saint-Jean-De-Sixt offers challenging road cycling routes that include ascents of mythical Tour de France passes such as the Col des Aravis, Col de la Colombière, Col de la Croix Fry, and Col de la Forclaz. These routes often feature significant elevation gains and require good to very good fitness. For more details, refer to Road Cycling Routes around Saint-Jean-De-Sixt.
The region caters to all hiking levels, from easy strolls to demanding mountain treks. Notable trails include the ascent to La Tête du Danay, offering 360-degree views, and the Crêt Brûlé circuit with panoramic views of the Aravis range. Hikers can also explore routes leading to picturesque chalets and forest areas. More information can be found in Hiking around Saint-Jean-De-Sixt.
Saint-Jean-De-Sixt offers mountain biking trails suitable for various skill levels. The mountainous terrain of the Massif des Aravis provides diverse options for off-road cycling. For specific routes and details, consult the MTB Trails around Saint-Jean-De-Sixt guide.
The region's natural beauty is defined by its majestic mountain ranges and diverse terrain. Prominent peaks like Tête du Danay and La Bourgeoise offer expansive views of the Alps and Mont Blanc. Iconic mountain passes such as the Col des Aravis and Col de la Colombière serve as vantage points for spectacular vistas. The torrent du Nom also provides scenic walks.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Saint-Jean-De-Sixt, covering various activities. These include Cycling around Saint-Jean-De-Sixt, Hiking around Saint-Jean-De-Sixt, and MTB Trails around Saint-Jean-De-Sixt. Other guides cover Road Cycling, Running, Mountaineering, and Gravel Biking.
Saint-Jean-De-Sixt is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 37,000 visitors having explored its routes. The region features 109 routes across various sports, which have received an average rating of 4.48 out of 5 stars from 1,254 ratings.
Electric bike charging stations are available in the Saint-Jean-De-Sixt region. Cyclists can find these facilities at key locations, including the Col des Aravis. This supports longer rides and exploration of the challenging mountain passes.
The official website for the Saint-Jean-De-Sixt tourist office is www.saintjeandesixt.com. For information related to the Mairie (Town Hall), the official website is saint-jean-de-sixt.fr.
Yes, Saint-Jean-De-Sixt provides a variety of running trails, categorized by difficulty and elevation gain. Options range from moderate runs requiring good fitness to more challenging routes with significant elevation changes. Runners can enjoy scenic loops like those around Le Grand-Bornand or routes ascending towards the Col de St-Jean-de-Sixt. For more details, see Running Trails around Saint-Jean-De-Sixt.
The phone number for the Saint-Jean-De-Sixt Tourist Office is 04 50 02 70 14. For inquiries related to the Mairie (Town Hall), the phone number is 04 50 02 24 12.

