Collonges-Sous-Salève is a region in Haute-Savoie, France, situated at the foot of Mont Salève. This area is characterized by its varied terrain, including expansive summital pastures, dramatic limestone cliffs, and wooded trails, making it a prominent destination for outdoor activities. The landscape offers a mix of challenging ascents and more gentle paths, providing diverse options for several sports like road cycling, hiking, jogging, touring cycling, and more. Its strategic location provides panoramic views of Geneva, Lake Geneva, and the Mont…
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71
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25.5km
01:38
740m
740m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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93.3km
05:10
2,020m
2,020m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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36.2km
01:39
370m
370m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.5
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261
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.15km
03:22
600m
600m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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109
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5.65km
01:36
120m
120m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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144
hikers
7.71km
04:02
710m
710m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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315
runners
11.9km
02:13
800m
800m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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12.0km
01:14
60m
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.1km
01:18
330m
330m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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24.5km
04:15
1,560m
1,560m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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4.0
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195
riders
39.6km
03:15
1,190m
1,190m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15.8km
01:01
180m
180m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18.5km
01:45
790m
790m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12.3km
00:49
190m
190m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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25
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17.2km
01:48
480m
480m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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10.7km
01:07
290m
280m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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12.8km
01:44
680m
680m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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16.9km
01:59
650m
650m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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58
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35.1km
02:43
960m
960m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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32.0km
01:59
320m
320m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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22
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39.6km
03:02
1,000m
1,000m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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21
riders
58.0km
04:10
1,240m
1,240m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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19
hikers
11.9km
05:04
820m
820m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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15
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9.60km
04:31
750m
750m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

6
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7.02km
03:16
590m
590m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

8
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1.97km
00:59
190m
190m
Hard mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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Collonges-Sous-Salève offers a diverse range of outdoor activities, including road cycling, hiking, jogging, touring cycling, mountain biking, gravel biking, and mountaineering. The region features 89 routes across these sports, catering to various skill levels.
Collonges-Sous-Salève provides numerous hiking trails, from moderate walks to challenging ascents. Popular routes include loops featuring the Grotte d'Orjobet and viewpoints of Lake Geneva, as well as trails around Col des Pitons. More information is available in the Hiking around Collonges-Sous-Salève guide.
The area is a prime location for road cycling, featuring challenging ascents of Mont Salève and panoramic ridge roads. Routes like the 'Distant View of the Alps – Croisette Pass loop' (24.7 miles [39.7 km]) offer significant elevation gains. Cyclists can find more options in the Road Cycling Routes around Collonges-Sous-Salève guide.
Mont Salève, known as the 'Balcony of Geneva,' is a dominant feature, offering panoramic views of Geneva, Lake Geneva, and the Mont Blanc massif. Other notable natural attractions include the Grotte d'Orjobet, the Croisette Pass, and the limestone cliffs of Salève.
The region offers trails suitable for various ability levels, including family-friendly walks. The 'Sentier des Vignes' is an example of a more gentle path. Specific routes can be filtered for difficulty to find suitable options for families.
Collonges-Sous-Salève is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 78,000 visitors sharing their adventures. The 89 available routes have an average rating of 4.48 out of 5 stars, indicating high user satisfaction.
Road cycling and touring cycling are popular, with routes ranging from moderate loops to difficult climbs. Mountain biking and gravel biking also have dedicated trails. Guides are available for Road Cycling, Touring Cycling, MTB, and Gravel Biking.
Collonges-Sous-Salève features a selection of running trails suitable for jogging. These routes often provide varied terrain and scenic views. Detailed information can be found in the Running Trails around Collonges-Sous-Salève guide.
The '4S du Salève' is an untimed road bike challenge that involves climbing Mont Salève via one, two, three, or four different routes. It is a notable cycling event in the region for those seeking a significant ascent.
The official website for the municipality of Collonges-Sous-Salève is www.collonges-sous-saleve.fr. For direct inquiries, the Mairie (Town Hall) can be reached by phone at 04 50 43 60 75.
Mont Salève offers several viewpoints, providing extensive panoramic views. These include vistas of Geneva, Lake Geneva, and the Mont Blanc massif. The Croisette Pass is another location known for its scenic outlooks.
Collonges-Sous-Salève offers routes for mountaineering, particularly on Mont Salève. The region's varied terrain includes challenging alpine trails. The Mountain Hikes around Collonges-Sous-Salève guide provides more details.

