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For a spectacular warm-up that won't wear out your knees, head to Le Prarion. The journey begins in the best possible way aboard the legendary Mont Blanc Tramway (TMB), which drops you off at the Col de Voza.
From the pass, an accessible, rolling trail leads you to the summit of Le Prarion. Once you reach the top, you'll be treated to a visual feast: a 360° panorama overlooking the Chamonix valley, the Aravis range, and the majestic Dôme du Goûter.
This is one of the most iconic landscapes in Haute-Savoie. Starting from the La Gruvaz parking lot, the trail climbs through the woods along a stream before suddenly opening up onto the Miage pasture.
Nestled in a lush green valley at the foot of the dizzying cliffs and seracs of the Dômes de Miage, the traditional wooden chalets seem frozen in time. You can find the precise GPS route for this hike on the Decathlon Outdoorwebsite.
Calling all experienced hikers. Mont Joly is the region's ultimate viewpoint. Starting from Le Bettex (accessible by gondola from the center of Saint-Gervais), the route first climbs through alpine pastures before following a spectacular, airy ridgeline. Once at the summit (2,525 m), your effort is rewarded with a breathtaking, royal view of the entire Mont-Blanc massif.
Want to experience the thrill of a major trek without the burden of a heavy backpack or a damp night in a tent? That’s the whole idea behind hub-and-spoke hiking!
In collaboration with the outdoor experts at Loomi, we’ve put together the perfect weekend itinerary: 2 days of hub-and-spoke hiking facing Mont-Blanc. The concept is simple: each day, you head out to explore incredible trails, from crossing the Avenaz alpine pastures to the summit of Mont Joly, and each evening, you return to the comfort of your room at PlanB. A total escape into nature, with the added bonus of comfort.
Saint-Gervais is a trail running hub. Home to legendary races like the Montagn'Hard or the unmissable UTMB®, the resort offers world-class trails for all levels.
Looking for a run to acclimatize or work on your speed on rolling terrain? This route is ideal for regular training. It allows you to warm up gently on flat ground before tackling a gradual climb and heading back down to your starting point. The trails are soft, well-maintained, and offer a superb view of the valley without presenting any major technical difficulties.
This is where things get serious. Starting from Bionnassay (Le Crozat parking lot), this technical route takes you across the dizzying Bionnassay suspension bridge, right beneath the glacier's tongue. Next comes the grueling climb to the Col du Tricot. You are on the official course of the region's greatest ultras here.
After a long day hitting the trails, you have one thing on your mind: dropping your pack, relaxing your muscles, and sharing your exploits.
Le PlanB Living Saint-Gervais was designed exactly for that. Ideally located in Saint-Gervais-les-Bains, it is the perfect "base camp" for nature enthusiasts:
The easiest and most iconic way is to take the Mont-Blanc Tramway (TMB) from Le Fayet or Saint-Gervais, which drops you off at the 2,372m terminus. On foot, you can access it from Bellevue or Bionnassay via a fairly steep alpine trail, reserved for experienced hikers.
You will find them in sunny rocky areas and high-altitude alpine pastures starting in early summer. The best spots in the resort are the Chalets du Truc area, the Miage alpine pasture valley, and the slopes below the Col du Tricot.