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ViaRhôna by bike - Stage 01 - St-Gingolph > Thonon

ViaRhôna, from Saint-Gingolph to Thonon-les-Bains.
On the shores of Lake Geneva, on the border with Switzerland, Saint-Gingolph marks the start of the ViaRhôna itinerary.

Sport ViaRhôna by bike - Stage 01 - St-Gingolph > Thonon Saint-Gingolph

About

Departing from Saint-Gingolph (74500)
Average length : 01h57
Total elevation gain : 588m
Vertical drop : 554m
Distance : 29.35km
Signed walking trail

Nestled between lake and mountains, the spa towns of Evian and Thonon-les-Bains will be highlights for strolling and relaxing along the quays in the immediate vicinity of Lake Geneva.

Itinerary
Total elevation gain : 588m
Altitude max : 480m
Vertical drop : 554m

Signs

Depending on the area you cross, you'll find different types of signposting with the ViaRhôna logo and EuroVelo 17 identifier.

Difficult passages

Please note that the route from Saint-Gingolph to Evian is reserved for experienced cyclists, and we strongly recommend that families start the route in Evian-les-Bains or Thonon-les-Bains.

Topoguides references

The ViaRhôna from Lake Geneva to the Mediterranean - Chamina Discover the 780 km ViaRhôna itinerary along the Rhône, from Lake Geneva to the Camargue and Sète. 36 fully-marked stages to discover by bike, either as a touring route or as a series of rides. Publisher: Chamina Author: Olivier Scagnetti Pages : 111 Cartography: 1:100,000 Price: €15 -------------- ViaRhôna from Lake Geneva to the Mediterranean - Ouest France From Geneva to the Mediterranean, discover the 15 best stages of the Véloroute du Rhône, the tourist gems, towns, detours and museums to discover along the great sunshine cycle route. Publisher: Ouest France Author : Michel Bonduelle Pages: 142 Cartography: 1:100,000 Price: €14.90 -------------- ViaRhôna from Lake Geneva to the Mediterranean - Le Routard / Hachette One of the most beautiful cycling challenges is to link Lake Geneva to the Mediterranean Sea, the heights of the Alps to the marshes of the Camargue, following the course of the Rhône: this is the ViaRhôna route. Publisher: Hachette Authors: Philippe GLOAGUEN and Philippe COUPY Pages: 200 Cartography: 1:100,000 Price: €14.90

Further informations

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    Nearly 130 Accueil Vélo accommodations (campsites, hotels, gîtes, chambres d'hôtes) are located within 5 km of the itinerary, guaranteeing you quality services such as a closed garage for your bike. We strongly recommend that you book your accommodation in advance, especially in tourist areas.

    Prices

    Free access.

    Reception

    Animals allowed

    Period of practice

    All year round.

    Subject to favorable weather.

    Services
    • Pets welcome

    Access

    30 quai André Chevallay 74500 Saint-Gingolph
    Departing from : Saint-Gingolph (74500)
    Latitude : 46.394063 - Longitude : 6.805324
    On : Saint-Gingolph (74500), Thonon-les-Bains (74200)
    Information update on 10/06/2024 by Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Tourisme