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Balcon du Téléphérique - MTB

This country walk reveals two very different faces of Salève. In the north, it forms a balcony overlooking the Geneva Basin; in the south, there are woods and alpine pastures. It's a pleasant walk as well as a cable car trip worthy of an "eco-citizen".

Sport Balcon du Téléphérique - MTB Étrembières

About

Departing from Étrembières (74100)
Average length : 00h45
Total elevation gain : 160m
Vertical drop : 160m
Distance : 4km
Signed walking trail

Take the cable car up the mountain to see the scenery on the way up. At the top, you'll find a breathtaking panoramic view of Geneva, a viewing table, a botany trail and a playground. As you climb, Mont Blanc comes gradually into view. The path back to the cable car snakes its way between alpine pastures and forests.

Loop
Total elevation gain : 160m
Vertical drop : 160m

Signs

Signposts

Topoguides references

Guidebook of 37 walks and cycle routes: Salève and Vuache regions by foot.

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    Close to the path: exhibition in the upper cable car terminus, botany trail, restaurant with panoramic view, paragliding takeoff area. Not far away: the village of Monnetier-Mornex, once a high-altitude resort, the old Salève funicular terminus, 19th-century hotels and boarding houses, Ermitage Castle and small shops. There are cafes and restaurants in La Croisette.

    Prices

    Free access.

    Reception

    Animals allowed
    Languages informatives signs : French

    When crossing the pastures, please close gates behind you and do not damage the fences or water supply. Do not frighten the animals and keep your dog on a lead.

    Period of practice

    All year round.

    Subject to favorable weather.

    Services
    • Pets welcome

    Access

    Point de départ: Parking gare inférieure du téléphérique du Salève Pas de l'Echelle 74100 Étrembières
    Departing from : Étrembières (74100)
    Latitude : 46.162616 - Longitude : 6.189154
    Information update on 17/05/2024 by Office de Tourisme des Monts du Genevois