Saint-Cassin walks

Peri-urban circuit to quickly escape the city. Views of Chartreuse and Bauges.

A beautiful hike to be done with or without snowshoes.

The Mont Grêle lookout point and Archelle’s summit.
Mont Grêle is a peak that is visible from the valley of Chambéry and the Aiguebelette region.
It is easily spotted thanks to or because of the pylons that are installed at the top. Up close, these towers have still look great, but they do not alone justify the purpose of the tour, which is interesting because it offers views over Lake Aiguebelette and Chartreuse.

A circuit from Féclaz to the Nivolet Cross overlooking Chambéry.

A lovely with snowshoes, with a beautiful view of the Alpine peaks at its height. Note that this hike can be done in all seasons.

Petit Som and Grand Som from Gîte à Rucher de la Ruchère.

The "Passage de l'Aulp du Seuil" ("Aulp du Seuil" passing): this hike is one of the most beautiful hikes of the Chartreuse massif.

A stone's throw from town and you're high in the mountains. But pay attention to the risks.

Short family-friendly walk with a magnificent view, manageable on foot or on snowshoes.

A loop above lake Bourget for a late afternoon walk.
A walk amid historical sites and beautiful viewpoints.

A very pleasant hike, described here snowshoe users, but also good for walks on sunny days.

In the heart of the Chartreuse mountains, the Col de Porte is a former family ski resort whose ski lifts are now closed. The paths are more or less well marked allowing you to enjoy the trails on cross-country skis or snowshoes. The proposed circuit climbs through forest, coming out on a crest and offers superb views over the entire Chartreuse mountain range.

Mount Rachais, from the hamlet of Frette, situated on its far northern side.

Easy walk on this “tooth” overlooking the Isère valley and offering an interesting view over the east foothills of Chartreuse.

An atypical route through bushes and over the lake.