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Balcon du Téléphérique - Mountain biking

Balcon du Téléphérique - Mountain biking

Description

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".

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.

Technical Information

Walking
Difficulty
Very easy
Duration
45mn
Dist.
4 km
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Starting point

Point de départ: Parking gare inférieure du téléphérique du Salève Pas de l'Echelle , 74100   Étrembières
Lat : 46.162616Lng : 6.189154

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Tips

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.

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Office de Tourisme des Monts du Genevois - 30/01/2026
www.montsdugenevois.com
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Open period

All year round daily.

Subject to favorable weather.

Topo guides and map references

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

Reception complements

When crossing mountain pastures, be sure to close gates, respect fences and water points.
Part of the route is shared with the footpath. Please be vigilant.

Animals

Yes

Data author

Image Monts du Genevois
proposed by Monts du Genevois
2 Place de la Gare 74100 Annemasse France

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Caution!
We have no information on the difficulty of this circuit. You may encounter some surprises along the way. Before you go, please feel free to inquire more and take all necessary precautions. Have a good trip! 🌳🥾