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Col du Chat (638 m) – Dent du Chat summit loop from Bourdeau

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Auvergne Rhône Alpes

Col du Chat (638 m) – Dent du Chat summit loop from Bourdeau

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2

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Col du Chat (638 m) – Dent du Chat summit loop from Bourdeau

06:08

14.5km

1,010m

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: September 24, 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 5.79 km for 236 m

After 6.20 km for 275 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

1.45 km

Viewpoint over Lac du Bourget

Highlight • Other

Big climb but well worth it with great views.

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2

2.66 km

Col du Chat (638 m)

Highlight • Mountain Pass

The ascent of Col du Chat on the east side offers a fantastic view of the lake below. Enjoy the view during the ascent because once at the top, the …

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3.23 km

Pont de l'Alp Via Ferrata – View of Lac du Bourget

Highlight • Climb

Only with climbing equipment - rent e.g. in the "Climb up Chambery"

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4

6.24 km

Dent du Chat summit

Highlight • Other

Hike to the summit of the famous Dent du Chat!
The access is equipped with ladders and ropes, so only the bravest and most experienced are welcome!

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5

6.24 km

Cat's Tooth

Highlight • Summit

Swim in the lake, with a view of the Dent du Chat.

The piece on the dent - requires a head for heights and surefootedness.
It goes over ladders, heed the warning notices!

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6.38 km

View of the Lake

Highlight • Viewpoint

difficult

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7

11.2 km

Pierre Nioule – View of Lake Bourget and Aix-les-Bains

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful rock for a stopover during hikes at "Molard Noir" or "Relais du Mont du Chat" with a heavenly view of the Lac du Bourget.

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14.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.97 km

4.67 km

1.84 km

1.30 km

717 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.12 km

3.78 km

1.91 km

943 m

595 m

199 m

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Thursday 8 October

17°C

11°C

13 %

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