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Mount Morbié loop via the ridge
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A gradual hike from Aillons-Margériaz 1000 resort to the top of the ski area, at 1543 m. At the summit, a magnificent panorama of the Bauges massif awaits you! The return trip over the ridge makes the fun last.
D/ Visitor center parking lot
1/ Follow the road heading north-east until the end. Turn right on a path rising through the meadows until you reach a track, then turn right again on this track. You will pass several ski lifts.
2/ In a left-hand bend before the Mont Pelat chairlift (alt. 1130 m), turn right onto the path indicated by the sign "Morbié 45 min - Col de la Sciaz 1h05."
3/ At 1245 m ground, cross an enclosure (yellow arrows) and continue straight ahead (southbound).
The path follows a power line to Morbié (alt. 1250 m).
4/ From Morbié farm, climb to Col de la Sciaz (20') and then to Mount Pelat (natural park markings, 1h). Continue north along the ridge to Pré Condut. From there, a path descends on your left towards the Mont de la Vierge chalet.
5/ Once you've reached the chalets, continue down the path through the meadows to "Les Ginets".
6/ Return to the parking lot by the original route.
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This itinerary takes you through mountain pastures. Herds may be present. Remember to close the gates behind you to prevent the animals from escaping.
If you have a dog, keep it on a leash to avoid frightening the herd.
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Environments
Close to a public transportation
Bus stop < 500 m
Updated by
Grand Chambéry Alpes Tourisme - 14/10/2025
www.chamberymontagnes.com
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Open period
From 01/05 to 31/10 daily.
Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.
Contact
Phone : 04 79 54 63 65
Email : accueil.lesaillons@chamberymontagnes.com
Website : https://www.chamberymontagnes.com/aillonsmargeriaz/
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/LesAillonsMargeriaz
Location complements
In July and August, access is possible via the Synchro Montagne shuttle bus, getting off at the "Aillons 1000" stop. Further information at synchro.grandchambery.fr/synchro-montagne/.
From the Aillon 1000 stop, at the roundabout, take the bridge over the Fullie stream to the visitor center parking lot.
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D/ Visitor center parking lot,
1/ Follow the road north-east to the end. Turn right on a path rising through the meadows to a track, then right again on this track. You will pass several ski lifts.
2/ At a bend to the left before the Mont Pelat chairlift (alt. 1130 m), turn right onto the path marked "Morbié 45 min - Col de la Sciaz 1h05.
3/ At around 1245 m, cross an enclosure (yellow arrows) and continue straight ahead (southbound).
The path follows a power line to Morbié (alt. 1250 m).
4/ From Morbié farm, climb to Col de la Sciaz (20') and then to Mont Pelat (PNR signposting, 1h). Continue north along the ridges to Pré Condut. From here, a path descends on your left towards the Mont de la Vierge chalet.
5/ Once you've reached the chalets, continue down the path through the meadows to "Les Ginets".
6/ Finally, return to your original route and return to the parking lot.
Animals
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