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Hiking itinerary: short hikes to Chantemerle, above Samoëns

Description

Between forest and hamlet, this hike will appeal to lovers of traditional architecture. Enjoy the view of La Bourgeoise and the surrounding peaks.

From Place du Gros Tilleul (planted in 1438), pass between the church and the town hall, turn right behind the château stables, then left where you'll find a sign. After crossing a property and skirting the wall of the botanical garden, head for the road, passing a farmhouse.
Turn left on the carriage road as far as the Plaignes cross, then take the path on the right. A second path, again on the right, winds along an attractive stone wall.
After a few hairpin bends in the forest, you reach La Grangiat on a wide path. Turn right, below, onto a path that climbs towards Chantemerle via La Pierre de Dinat (this loop, in this direction, avoids tricky sections on the descent near La Pierre de Dinat). Alternatively, you can return via Les Combes.
Once you've reached the famous Pierre de Dinat, turn left down a recently-built track, then left again, to head for Chantemerle. Take time to look back at the summit of La Bourgeoise and the chapel (1684).
Return to Samoëns via the hamlet of Les Combes.

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Walking
Difficulty
Easy
Duration
2h
Dist.
5.6 km
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Starting point

Chef-Lieu Village , 74340   Samoëns
Lat : 46.083471Lng : 6.726632

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Contact

Phone : 04 50 34 40 28

Email : contact@cen-haute-savoie.org

Website : http://www.cen-haute-savoie.org

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Asters - 30/06/2026
www.cen-haute-savoie.org
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Location complements

From the Samoëns tourist office, by bike, on foot or in a wheelchair, take Avenue Cognac Jaÿ, turn right at the end of the street, and 150m further on you'll arrive at Place du gros Tilleul.

Free parking nearby at Place des dents blanches and Place des Avoudruz. Blue spaces and PMR reserved spaces just ahead.

Open period

Subject to favorable weather.

Reception complements

Medium

Tricky passages

Beware of the direction of the loop: the descent through the Pierre de Dinat forest contains some tricky sections. These passages are easily negotiated on the way up. Always exercise caution and foresight when hiking. Asters CEN-74 cannot be held responsible for any accident or inconvenience that may occur on this circuit.

Animals

Yes. Pets are welcome. They must be kept on a leash.

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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! 🌳🥾