Hiking in the French Alps in Summer

Breathe in the crisp mountain air as you enjoy the refreshing views of glacial lakes, rolling green hills and snow-capped peaks all at once.

HOW DO I JOIN THIS TRIP?
Click on link below to get complete info and to sign up for this event by getting your ticket.
https://urbanaturetravel.com/event/hiking-french-alps-jun2026

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WHY GO?
It’s not often that you get the chance to hike the beautiful French Alps when the weather is just right. The blazing summer months are gone, snow has melted away. There is greenery everywhere. There is a no need for a jacket finally! Folks, it is now or never to witness spectacular Summer hiking in the French Alps!

Relaxing moments near the mountains - the Alps, to be exact. Here is a land of green-velvet slopes and icy mists, ranging from the spa town of Aix Le Bain, the crystalline pure lake of Annecy, the “Venice of the Alps” Annecy with our grand finale at Mont Renard.

Best of all, it’ll all only take a weekend.
WHAT ARE SOME OF THE HIGHLIGHTS?

• Hiking Mont Revard (French Alps) - Le Revard is the local mountain in Aix-les-Bains and in the western end of the French alps. The mountain rises to 1,563 meters above sea level and its ascent is very popular with locals. From up there, you have an incredible view of Aix and Lac du Bourget.
• Explore Aix-les-Bains: Riviera of the French Alps in an unspoilt rural region in the heart of the Alps and situated on the shore of the largest natural lake of glacial origin in France, the Lac du Bourget, this town is a major spa town and also has the largest freshwater marina in France. Aix-les-Bains along with Annecy is one of the most beautiful towns in France.
• Lac du Bourget: Stretching 18 km, Bourget is the largest natural lake in France, surrounded by viewpoints & stunning peaks of the French alps. This lake, which has inspired the greatest poets and as aptly stated by the famous poet, Balzac - Nowhere could one find such perfect concord between water, mountains, earth and sky. Bourget also offers visitors an array of water sports and bathing opportunities.
• Hiking the Circuit des 3 Croix de: Loosely translates to “The circuit of the Three Crosses”. This trail takes you along the ridge to 3 epic viewpoints over lake Annecy, with a massive cross marking each spot. We can also view the other iconic mountains including Baron & Mont Veyrier across the lake, and the tall la Tournette peak. This trail offers one of the best views/difficulty ratios of the Annecy hiking trails.
• Discover Lake Annecy: One of Europe’s Purest lakes and providing one of France’s most spectacular settings with the steep wooded and snow-capped mountains rising majestically above the stunning yet peaceful turquoise waters of Lake Annecy combining to make it an unforgettable view. Lake Annecy is also the base for a wide range of sporting activities and cruises across the lake including being famous for its paragliding activity as winds are generally gentle and air conditions are perfect.
• Explore Annecy: Popularly also referred to as “Venice of the Alps” , Annecy is one of France’s most beautiful town’s with its flower-decked canals crossing the medieval old town. Clustered at the foot of its imposing castle are historic buildings and churches such as the fortress of Palais de l’Île, Notre-Dame de Liesse and the St. Claire Gate.
• Explore Geneva (Time permitting): Based on your arrival time, you have the chance to explore this beautiful city and also go on a short boat ride in Lake Geneva.

TRIP DETAILS
Start and End Date: Friday afternoon, 26 June – Sunday, 28 June
Meeting Time and Location:

• Option 1 : Meet outside Geneva Train Station anytime from 3 pm onwards on Friday.
• Option 2: Meet outside Aix Les Bains Train Station anytime from 8 pm onwards on Friday.
• Option 3: Meet outside Annecy Train Station at 12 pm on Saturday.

Finishing Time and Location:

• Option 1 & 2: Aix - Les-Bains Train Station at 3:30 pm on Sunday.
• There are a lot of connections from Aix-Les-Bains to most major cities in France as well as Geneva (closest airport). If you are flying, please aim to catch your respective flights home from Geneva airport (closest to Aix-Les-Bains) anytime from 6:30 pm preferably.

Note:

1. Accommodation details will be shared with the confirmed participants closer to the trip date.
2. If you are arriving / leaving earlier or later, please let us know in the sheet that will be shared with you closer to the event date, so that we can accordingly make the relevant arrangements.

Hiking Distance:

• Day 1: 12 km: Hiking the circuit of the Three Crosses, exploring Annecy town & lake(Hiking Level: Easy).
• Day 2: 10 km (with Taxi return): Hiking Mt. Revard with ascent of 1,280 metres (Hiking Level: Intermediate).

Hiking Difficulty: Intermediate – Short hikes at relaxed pace on well-marked paths, moderate elevation, general fitness level required.
What is Included?

• Community leader & local English speaking guide for the entire duration of the trip.
• 1/2 nights shared accommodation in Aix-Les-Bains with breakfast included. Note: Additional Accommodation Upgrade options are available as Add-on.
• Public transportation for the entire trip from the meeting location to the finishing location (excludes flights).
• Guided hike to Mont Revard.
• Guided 3 crosses hike in Annecy & exploring Annecy with a local.
• Taxi to get back to Aix Les Bain after Mount Revard hike on Sunday.
• Train ticket from Geneva to Aix Les Bains on Friday.
• Access to a dedicated WhatsApp group for this event to connect with other trip mates, coordinate arrival options & stay in touch (link to WhatsApp group in the ticket).
• Access to a shared Google photo album where you can share & view all amazing pictures & videos from the trip (link to Google photos album in the WhatsApp group description).

How to get to Geneva/Annecy?

• By Flight: Geneva is the closest major International airport, with connections to most major European cities from Geneva.
• By Train: There are frequent trains from within France to Geneva / Annecy.
• Reach out directly for Flights inclusive offers from any European city.

WHAT IS THE PLAN?

• Day 0: Meet & Greet in Geneva train station and based on your arrival time you have the chance to self explore Geneva before heading to Geneva Train Station to meet the rest of the group and then we are off to the cute little town of Aix-Les-Bains with the latest train departure for from Geneva at 6:30pm for Aix Les Bain. Note: You will be based in Aix Les Bain for the next 2 nights.
• Day 1: For those joining us for one night, we meet outside Annecy train station at noon. Annecy is one of the most beautiful towns in the French alps. Today we will be hiking the "Circuit of the three Crosses” starting from annecy train station and finishing in the cute little village of Sevrier and with the option to even walk back to Annecy itself. The trail takes us along the ridge to 3 epic viewpoints over lake Annecy, with a massive cross marking each spot. Once we are back in Annecy town we then spend some time exploring this beautiful town and lake Annecy, that provides one of France’s most spectacular settings. Once we are done, we head back to Aix-Les-Bains.
• Day 2: Enjoy breakfast and check out of our hotel by around 7:00 AM. Today we are hiking Mont Revard, a favourite among the locals in Aix-Les-Bains. The mountain offers spectacular views that offers great views of Lac Du Bourguet and the French alps. Once we are done with the hike, we catch a taxi to get back to our hotel in Aix-Les-Bains to pick up our bags and then head to train station to head back home.

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