Col de la Forclaz – Blick zum Genfer See loop from Glières-Val-de-Borne

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Auvergne Rhône Alpes

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Col de la Forclaz – Blick zum Genfer See loop from Glières-Val-de-Borne

Hard

5.0

(8)

160

hikers

Col de la Forclaz – Blick zum Genfer See loop from Glières-Val-de-Borne

03:59

9.19km

500m

Hiking

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 26, 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 2.84 km for 476 m

After 5.89 km for 476 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.14 km

Mountain Panorama Near Parking du Paradis

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Mountain panorama of more than 180° less than 20min walk from the parking lot of paradise which is accessible by car.

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3.26 km

Wild Goat on the Grassy Hillside

Highlight • Natural

However, it is not always at this point 😎

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4.56 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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6.03 km

Steep Ascent Through Scree and Rocks

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A bit strenuous and when you think you're done there's a short easy climbing section

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6.18 km

Blick zum Genfer See

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When visibility is good, the lake is easy to see

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9.19 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.92 km

3.33 km

946 m

Surfaces

7.67 km

933 m

587 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Tuesday 10 November

11°C

8°C

52 %

Additional weather tips

There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.

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Comments

June 13, 2024,Col de la Forclaz – Lac de Lessy von Glières-Val-de-Borne, Le Pteret

Strenuous but worthwhile tour with fantastic views as far as Lake Geneva. The route includes smaller sections with safety equipment.
We were lucky enough to see a ram and an ibex.

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