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GRP Littoral du Léman : Itinerary

The GRP Littoral du Léman itinerary will take you from St Gingolph to Chens-sur-Léman to discover the lakeside scenery. With 2000m of positive gradient over 7 stages, this itinerary is ideal for taking your first steps on a GR.

Sport GRP Littoral du Léman : Itinerary Saint-Gingolph

About

Departing from Saint-Gingolph (74500)
Duration of the itinerary : 7 Days
Total elevation gain : 2100m
Vertical drop : 2030m
Distance : 91km
Signed walking trail
Animals allowed

The GRP Littoral du Léman is an itinerant walk accessible to the widest possible audience in an area shaped by mountain ranges.

From west to east, you'll discover the area around Lake Geneva, with its exceptional historical, cultural and natural heritage. From the lake's edge to the heights, the views from this walk will surprise you with their beauty.

Divided into 7 stages lasting an average of 3h30, this walk leaves plenty of time for contemplation and strolling between your days out. Thanks to the transport network, you can easily get back to your starting point once you've finished your walk.

Don't hesitate to ask for information at the various Tourist Offices you'll come across on your walk, so you don't miss out on any of the must-see places on this route.

Itinerary
Total elevation gain : 2100m
Altitude max : 840m
Vertical drop : 2030m

Signs

Signs and markings : departmental charter

Map references

TOP 25 IGN N°3528ET - MORZINE and TOP 25 IGN N°3428ET - THONON-LES-BAINS - ÉVIAN-LES-BAINS

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    Prices

    Free access. There is no charge for the tour itself, just for the accommodation (gites, refuges, hotels) and services (accompanied by a mountain professional).

    Reception

    Animals allowed
    Not adapted to strollers

    Whatever you choose to do, remember to pack cereal bars, plenty of water, sunglasses, sun cream, a small first-aid kit and the right clothes for your outing, depending on the season and weather forecast.

    On the trails, dogs are only allowed on a lead. Check with your accommodation to find out how pets are accepted.

    Period of practice

    All year round.
    Please check with your local tourist office beforehand for current access conditions.

    Subject to favorable weather.

    Services
    • Pets welcome

    Access

    1 rue du Lac, Saint Gingolph 74500 Saint-Gingolph
    Departing from : Saint-Gingolph (74500)
    Latitude : 46.394202 - Longitude : 6.804835

    Thonon-les-Bains:
    You can park along the quays of Port de Ripaille, in the municipal pool parking lot.

    Sciez-sur-Léman :
    Parking available at the port of Sciez.

    Yvoire :
    Possibility of parking at the Domaine de Rovorée la Châtaignière (free) or in Yvoire itself (paying parking lots at Cité Médiévale / Pré Ponce /Les Jardins).

    Chens-sur-Léman :
    Parking available at the salle des fêtes l'Otrement for 7 days (167, chemin sur les Crêts).

    > Bus access :
    - Route 271 Thonon - Excenevex - Geneva / Alpbus company:
    Runs Monday to Saturday, not Sundays or public holidays.
    - Route 152 Thonon - Douvaine / START company:
    Monday-Saturday service, does not operate on Sundays or public holidays.

    Points of sale and ticketing: online at webshop.tpg or on the TPG app, at the transport store at Place des Arts in Thonon and directly with the drivers.

    > Train access :
    - SNCF stations: Evian, Thonon-les-Bains, Bons-en-Chablais and Perrignier.
    - Léman Express: take advantage of the new frequency of the Léman Express! Information: https://www.lemanexpress.ch/fr

    Information update on 23/07/2024 by Conseil Départemental de la Haute-Savoie