In 1943, during the Second World War, compulsory labour service (STO) was introduced in France. Resistance groups were quickly set up all over the country to oppose and escape the STO. Isolated and difficult to access places were needed to welcome and hide the resistance fighters. The Glières plateau is one of these emblematic places and its geography has something to do with it: close to Annecy, surrounded by high cliffs and made up of numerous mountain farms. Many Resistance fighters decided to go up there during the winter of 1943-1944. In March 1944, the end of the maquis unfortunately resulted in violent battles that are still commemorated today.
However, describe the plateau only as his historical aspect is reductive. In the heart of the Reblochon country and offering several viewpoints on the Annecy lake or the Mont Blanc, it is a great place for hiking. The last night at the Parmelan hut offers an exceptional view of the Jura. A perfect stay for an extended weekend in the mountains of Haute-Savoie!
Departure from 14th June to 14th September 2023.
Without baggage transport
560€ per person classic accommodation.
Daily departure (except on Sundays).
With baggage transport
2 or 3 persons : 765€ per person.
4 or 5 persons : 670€ per person.
6 persons : 630€ per person.
Departure on Saturdays only
Information and reservation is simple by telephone or e-mail.
The price includes:
The price does not include:
The price is all inclusive from departure to end point.
Elevation: +/- 500m - 1000m approximately per day.
Walking time: 4 to 6 hours per day.
Type of trek: mountain hike on marked trails including gravel paths.
You have to be in a general good fitness level. Please practice a cardio sport such as hiking, running, cycling, from 3 to 4 hours a week.
Your physical preparation will enable you to enjoy your trek to the maximum.
Please find the description of the levels by clicking here: levels of difficulty
Before departure, we send you a travel folder containing:
- 2 IGN TOP 25 with the route highlighted.
- 1 road-book containing all the information necessary for the trek.
- 1 waterproof map holder.
- Accommodation list.
All the paths are well-marked, a part of the trek takes the GR9. You must know how to read a topographical map at 1/25000.
without baggage transport: you carry your baggage.
CLASSIC: 3 nights in dormitory, in a refuge or gîte. All accommodation has hot showers except the Parmelan refuge.
Breakfast and dinner are provided in each accommodation.
Picnics are not included and can be pre-ordered at each accomodation in the evening.
Please inform us about your food allergies and special diets at the time of booking.
We do our best to accommodate special diets (gluten-free, vegetarian, etc.). However, we encourage you to bring some additional products for your own picnics.
We can personalise a tour according to your requirements (number of days, participants, level of route, accommodation, etc.)
IGN Top 25 - 3431OT Lac d'Annecy et 3430ET La Clusaz
From mid June to mid September.
Bus transfer from Chambéry train station at 12:30 pm.
BY TRAIN
Direct TGV from Paris
Local trains from Grenoble, Lyon...
Timetables must be checked on www.oui.sncf
BY CAR
Meet at 1:15 pm at the Col du Granier if you have the luggage transport option.
Take the A43 motorway to Chambéry and continue to the highway exit 20 direction Saint Badolph. Then follow the D12 road to the Col du Granier. Large free parking at the pass.
CAR-SHARING
Get in touch with people to share a lift! Here are some websites: www.blablacar.fr www.roulezmalin.com
CLOSEST AIRPORTS
Geneva (GVA)
2 hour by car to Chambéry.
Bus and minibus services direct to your accommodation (25-35€ pp each way)
Lyon (LYS)
1h15 by car to Chambéry.
Train every 2 hours to Chambéry, 4h15 journey (40-45€ pp return)
Paris (PAR)
7 hours by car to Chambéry.
End point during the afternoon at Grenoble train station, regular trains to get back to Chambéry.
At the end of the tour the return to the departure point at Chambéry is easy by the train (~25€)
By request we can book a night before/after the trek.
Chambéry : https://www.chamberymontagnes.com/hebergements/hotels/
Grenoble : https://www.residhotel.com/residence/grenoble-le-central-gare/
If you are late please contact the agency as soon as possible on: +33 (0)4 50 79 09 16 or +33 (0)6 42 49 76 07
Clothing
Other Equipment
Bring a comfortable backpack of 40 to 50 litres for your personal belongings for the day (including warm clothes, waterproofs, water, plate and cutlery for your picnic, sunscreen and your identity papers) and please keep a little room to carry a picnic and snacks.