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Walking itinerary - Ascent to Sulens
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Description
This long hike without any major difficulties is an excellent opportunity to buy a reblochon made in the alpine meadows. Located between Mont Charvin and the Tournette, mount Sulens offers a magnificent panorama over both massifs.
Nestled between the Tournette and Aravis ranges, Montagne du Sulens is a ridge-like relief offering a number of fairly accessible walks. This itinerary takes you up the mountain to its beautiful summit viewpoint.
Departing from the commune of Les Clefs, you'll overlook the Manigod valley and enjoy magnificent views of Mont Charvin and the Val de Chaise, as well as the Col des Marais dominated by the famous fauteuil de la Tournette.
On this hike, you'll pass through the heart of the typical Aravis dairy pastures, giving you the chance to immerse yourself in the place where Reblochon cheese is produced. You're on the cheese itinerary: trails to discover a traditional terroir.
After a tour of the mountain pastures, farms and herds. Let yourself be tempted by a tasting of local specialities at the Auberge de Plan Bois to round off this wonderful hike.
Technical Information
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Date and time
- From 15/05/2026 to 15/10/2026
Additional information
Open period
From 15/05 to 15/10.
Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.
Updated by
Conseil Départemental de la Haute-Savoie - 24/11/2025
www.hautesavoiexperience.fr
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Environments
Mountain view
Mountain location
Contact
Phone : 04 50 02 00 26
Email : infos@thonescoeurdesvallees.com
Website : https://www.thonescoeurdesvallees.com
Type of land
Stone
Not suitable for strollers
Location complements
Access (Car): From Thônes, follow signs for Serraval, Faverges. At the village of Les Clefs, take the road on the left, towards the Col de Plan Bois. Park near the Auberge de Plan-Bois.
Topo guides and map references
Map references :
TOP 25 IGN 3431 OT
Reception complements
Whatever your hike, remember to pack cereal bars, plenty of water, sunglasses, sunscreen, a small first-aid kit, and clothing appropriate to the season and weather forecast.
Guidebook with maps/step-by-step
1/ From "Col de Plan Bois (Parking)" always follow the signs for "Sommet de Sulens par la Grande Montagne" you will pass the following signposts: "Chalet la croix de Sulens", "La Grande Montagne", "Col de Sulens".
2/ At "Sommet de Sulens", turn around and take the same route back to the Plan Bois parking lot.
Animals
Yes. Pets allowed on leash only
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