• Hiking in the Alps of Lake Geneva
  • Hiking in the Alps of Lake Geneva
  • Hiking in the Alps of Lake Geneva
  • Hiking in the Alps of Lake Geneva
  • Hiking in the Alps of Lake Geneva
  • Hiking in the Alps of Lake Geneva
  • Hiking in the Alps of Lake Geneva
Alps / Haute-Savoie

Hiking in the Alps of Lake Geneva

4,6/5 (14 reviews)
Réf : IHSJKO

In summary

  • Sports
    Hiking / Trekking
  • Duration
    6 days
  • Level
    Intermediate

    Levels

    Hiking / Trekking
    Beginner
    For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
    Intermediate
    For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
    Confirmed
    For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
    Advanced
    For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
    Expert
    For those who want a challenging hike of 7 to 8 hours per day with over 1200 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years, and you are training for this event.
  • Destination
    Alps / Haute-Savoie
  • Age
    From 14 - 90 years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    56.79 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This group trip is perfect for travelers who want to experience a sporting adventure with other enthusiasts and be guided.
    Type of stay
    In a group
  • Languages
    🇫🇷
    French

In a few words

The Lake Geneva region is a land of flavors, aromas, and unique encounters, all nestled within a stunning landscape: the shores of Lake Geneva and the Chablais mountains, bordering Switzerland. At your own pace, in a small, friendly group and accompanied by a mountain guide specializing in the Chablais and a local expert, you'll discover this wild and captivating mountain range. From the history of Evian water to mountain agriculture, and including the region's distinctive flora and fauna, the program is packed with experiences!

The highlights

  • Sublime landscapes between mountains and Lake Geneva.
  • Accommodation offering a swimming pool and sauna, ideal for relaxation.
  • A rich program: the history of Evian water, mountain agriculture, fauna and flora...
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Sport

Level

Hiking / Trekking

Intermediate

Levels

Hiking / Trekking
Beginner
For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
Intermediate
For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
Confirmed
For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
Advanced
For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
Expert
For those who want a challenging hike of 7 to 8 hours per day with over 1200 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years, and you are training for this event.
For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.

In figures

Hiking

  • Average duration/day: 5h
  • Average distance/day: 9 km
  • Average daily elevation gain: 514 m
  • Average daily descent: 514 m

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 1 to 12 people
Languages ​​spoken:
🇫🇷
French
Bertrand, Jean-Luc ou Benoit
You will be supervised by Bertrand, Jean Luc or Benoit, mountain guides from the country.

Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6

  • Bellevaux - Bellevaux

    • Accommodation 2-star hotel
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner included

    The trip begins! Check-in is from 4:00 PM at the hotel. After settling into your room, you can relax in the lounges while waiting for your tour leader's presentation around 7:00 PM.

    Day 1

Note

This program is given as a guide only; the guide reserves the right to change the order and choice of hikes depending on the participants and weather conditions.

Accommodation

🏨 2-star hotel - Days 1 to 5

5 nights in a ** hotel, double rooms with bathroom, toilet, telephone and TV. The hotel is located in the village of Bellevaux, at an altitude of 900 m. All rooms have a terrace or balcony with mountain views.

Individual bookings will be grouped into rooms of 2 or 3 people. Single room supplement: see "Dates and prices" section.

WARNING: Only 2 single rooms available for this stay!

On the day of departure, you will need to vacate your room before heading out on your walk. Exceptionally, if the schedule allows, it may be possible to keep it until the evening so you can shower before leaving (to be confirmed locally – not possible in July and August).

Access

Departure
Bellevaux
Day 1 : 16h00
End of stay
Bellevaux
Day 6 - 16h00

Friday at 4:00 PM at the hotel.


Return train:

Transfer on Friday at 5:00 PM to Thonon train station.

Timetables are available at https://www.oui.sncf/ or www.cff.ch.



It is possible to stay one night before or after your hotel stay, subject to availability:

See section "dates and prices".


Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toGare SNCF de Thonon

Arrival by train

  1. Arrival on Sunday at 5:45 pm at Thonon-les-Bains train station
  2. A minibus transfer will take you to the hotel.
  3. In case of delay or problem , contact the hotel (contact details will be provided in your confirmation).


One direct TGV train per day from Paris to Thonon.

Other options: several TGV trains to Bellegarde or Annemasse , with a connecting TER train to Thonon.

Timetables available at www.oui.sncf

Thonon can be accessed via Switzerland :

  1. TGV to Geneva , then Léman Express to Thonon
  2. Timetables available at www.cff.ch
Access by plane
The nearest airport isAéroport Genève Cointrin (GVA)
  1. Geneva Cointrin Airport : www.gva.ch
  2. The airport is connected to the Swiss and European rail networks
  3. The airport's SBB train station is directly accessible from the check-in and arrival levels.
  4. All trains stop at Geneva-Cornavin (city center) and are connected to the Léman Express , which provides access to Thonon-les-Bains.
  5. Timetables available at www.cff.ch
Access by car
Travel to the place of stay Find out about parking options nearby
  1. Take the A40 (or A41) motorway to Annemasse , then the N206 to Machilly .
  2. Reach Thonon-les-Bains via Bons-en-Chablais (D903) .
  3. The hotel is located in Bellevaux, 20 km from Thonon (exact coordinates provided upon registration).
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Price details

The price includes

  • Organization fees
  • Access to the hotel's swimming pool and sauna
  • Food and full board accommodation
  • Supervision by a local guide

The price does not include

  • Drinks and personal expenses
  • The single room supplement
  • Personal equipment
  • Everything not mentioned in the price includes
  • Cancellation, assistance, repatriation, and trip interruption insurance

Options

You will be able to select these options when booking.
  1. Extra night before stay - Single room : CHF114.00 / unit
  2. Extra night before stay - Double room : CHF171.00 / unit
  3. Additional night after stay - Single room : CHF114.00 / unit
  4. Additional night after stay - Double room : CHF171.00 / unit
  5. I'm coming by train : CHF0.00 / person
  6. Single room supplement : CHF114.00 / person
  7. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities

They traveled with us

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4,6/5
(14 reviews)
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Reviews displayed in reverse chronological order
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EDITH

september 2026
Translated from French
A truly wonderful mountain experience. A high-quality stay combining exertion, relaxation, and gastronomy in a magnificent natural setting.
Published on 14/09/2026
A

Angèle

august 2025
Translated from French
My first experience. The quality of the accommodation at Hôtel les Moineaux in Chabais and the food were top-notch. The welcome was exceptional and the service highly professional. Our hiking guide knew the region perfectly, and we had a wonderful stay. Many thanks for the excellent service.
Published on 24/08/2025
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Émilie

july 2025
Translated from French
The service was impeccable. The accommodation and food were excellent. The local guide was very professional and great. Thank you.
Published on 03/08/2025

They traveled with us

Discover the authentic experiences of our travelers
4,6/5
(14 reviews)
At Decathlon, the reviews are reliable.
Reviews displayed in reverse chronological order
E

EDITH

september 2026
Translated from French
A truly wonderful mountain experience. A high-quality stay combining exertion, relaxation, and gastronomy in a magnificent natural setting.
Published on 14/09/2026
A

Angèle

august 2025
Translated from French
My first experience. The quality of the accommodation at Hôtel les Moineaux in Chabais and the food were top-notch. The welcome was exceptional and the service highly professional. Our hiking guide knew the region perfectly, and we had a wonderful stay. Many thanks for the excellent service.
Published on 24/08/2025
É

Émilie

july 2025
Translated from French
The service was impeccable. The accommodation and food were excellent. The local guide was very professional and great. Thank you.
Published on 03/08/2025
A

Annick

june 2025
Translated from French
An ideal stay; surrounded by magnificent nature; the hotel staff were very welcoming. Thank you to Line and Alexandre; the food was also perfect. The guide was perfect too 👍
Published on 20/06/2025
D

Delphine

september 2024
Published on 16/09/2024
f

fatima

august 2024
Translated from French
Misleading advertising. An Instagram account that only shows trips with groups of young people. Not really what I found (the group and guide were very nice, but nowhere near my age). It wasn't the experience I was looking for. Marketing needs improvement.
Published on 31/08/2024
DT
Decathlon Travel's response
Translated from French

Hello Fatima,

We are sincerely sorry that the stay did not meet your expectations.

Our customer service is always available and very responsive to answer questions about the average age and composition of the group for each stay and each departure.

You have probably been targeted by specific advertisements.

That said, at no point do we promote sports holidays for young people; on the contrary , our holidays are open to everyone in all our sports and all our destinations.

Sometimes our groups are heterogeneous, ranging from 20 to 70 years old, and the spirit of conviviality always prevails :)

We still hope to be able to meet your expectations for your next sports holiday with us!

Emeline from the Decathlon Travel team

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Patricia

july 2024
Published on 10/08/2024
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Anita

july 2024
Published on 04/08/2024
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Karen

july 2024
Published on 20/07/2024
M

Marie Pascale

july 2023
Translated from French
This was my first trip with Decathlon Travel, and I was delighted with the organization and communication from this agency. They provided excellent advice in choosing our destination, gave us a very warm welcome at the Hôtel des Moineaux in Bellevaux, and the food was superb. The swimming pool was a welcome respite after our days of hiking. I had a very enjoyable week.
Published on 06/08/2023
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The Karine & Emma team

4.6/5 (304 reviews) • 96 stays
Fort d'une expertise de plus de 25 ans, notre partenaire local est le spécialiste de la randonnée au cœur des Alpes du Nord, du Jura et des Vosges. Il propose des itinéraires variés, à parcourir en toute autonomie avec un topoguide ou en petits groupes conviviaux de 8 à 12 personnes. Sa véritable valeur ajoutée ? Un encadrement assuré par des professionnels diplômés qui vivent et travaillent à l'année dans ces massifs, offrant une connaissance intime du terrain. Engagé pour un tourisme durable, l'ensemble de ses séjours est pensé pour être facilement accessible en train, alliant simplicité logistique et respect de l'environnement.
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