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Chemin de Saint Jacques de Compostelle (GR 65): Stage 4 - Chaumont - Seyssel
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Description
Between picturesque villages and verdant hills, this hike links Chaumont to Seyssel. The last stage in Haute-Savoie on the GR65, this bucolic adventure will delight heritage and nature enthusiasts.
Departure from the charming village of Chaumont, an ancient medieval châtellenie at the foot of the Vuache mountains. Right from the start, the picturesque charm of this village will transport you back in time.
The trail then takes you through lush, rolling countryside overlooking the river Usses, against a backdrop of superb pre-Alpine scenery.
The arrival in Seyssel is a highlight of this hike. This unique village, split between Ain and Haute-Savoie, offers an exceptional panorama of the Rhône. Its suspension bridge, topped by a statue of the Virgin Mary protecting the boatmen, is an emblematic point of interest.
It's also the last stage in Haute-Savoie of the GR65, an adventure that combines history, nature and discovery. This hike is ideal for heritage and nature lovers, offering a revitalizing experience in a stunningly beautiful natural setting.
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Haut-Rhône Tourisme - 24/11/2025
www.hautrhone-tourisme.fr
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Environments
In the country
Riverside
Waterside
Topo guides and map references
Topo guides references :
Topoguide Sentier vers Saint-Jacques de Compostelle via Le Puy> Genève - Le Puy
Map references :
TOP 25 IGN 3330OT - BELLEGARDE-SUR-VALSERINE GRAND CRÊT D'EAU
TOP 25 IGN 3331OT - RUMILLY SEYSSEL LE GRAND COLOMBIER
Open period
All year round.
Subject to favorable weather.
Type of land
Hard coating (tar, cement, flooring)
Grit
Contact
Phone : 04 50 59 26 56
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Guidebook with maps/step-by-step
1/ From "Chez Margoët" in Chaumont, head towards "Frangy". You will pass the following signposts: "Pré Magnin", "Pré Boisé", "Collonges" and "Sur la Sainte" to reach "Frangy (Centre)".
2/ From "Frangy (Centre)", head towards "Designy". You will pass the following signposts: "Grand Pont", "Champagne", "Tagny" and "Vannecy" before reaching the village of Designy.
3/ From "Desingy", head towards "Seyssel", passing "Chez Cudet".
4/ At the "Chez Cudet" crossroads, head for "Seyssel par les Côtes", passing through "Sous les Ralles" to reach "Les Côtes d'en haut". At the "Les Côtes d'en haut" crossroads, follow "Seyssel (Vieux Pont) (variant)" through "Clostan" to reach Seyssel.
Animals
Yes. Pets allowed on leash only. Please check with your accommodation to find out how pets are accepted.
