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France
Auvergne Rhône Alpes
Annecy
Le Grand-Bornand

Col de la Forclaz – Lac de Lessy loop from Le Chinaillon

Routes
Mountain hikes & routes
France
Auvergne Rhône Alpes
Annecy
Le Grand-Bornand

Col de la Forclaz – Lac de Lessy loop from Le Chinaillon

Hard

5.0

(1)

4

hikers

Col de la Forclaz – Lac de Lessy loop from Le Chinaillon

07:18

15.4km

1,220m

Mountaineering

Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 2, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 8.72 km for 74 m

After 9.85 km for 295 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

4.04 km

Aiguille Verte

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In winter only with snowshoes

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2

4.91 km

Aiguille Verte

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On the way to Lac de Lessay, aiguille verte is offering fantastic views

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3

4.96 km

View of Lac de Lessy

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Take your time and enjoy.

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4

5.80 km

Col de la Forclaz

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The Col de la Forclaz is located at an altitude of 1,844 meters. From there, we have an incredible view of Lake Lessy and the surrounding peaks.

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5

6.91 km

Lac de Lessy

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6

8.25 km

Sosay Pass (1955 m)

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9.98 km

Col du Rasoir

Mountain Pass

8

11.9 km

Last turns from the Col de Colombiere up with views of the town of Samance.

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9

12.0 km

Magnificent views from the Colombière pass.

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15.4 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.64 km

3.57 km

2.87 km

1.99 km

379 m

Surfaces

7.62 km

5.02 km

1.52 km

799 m

442 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (2,210 m)

Lowest point (1,300 m)

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Saturday 23 May

25°C

11°C

14 %

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