Plancherine, a region in the Savoie department of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, offers a diverse landscape for outdoor activities. Situated on the sunny side of the Haute Combe de Savoie, it is integrated into the Massif des Bauges Regional Nature Park, characterized by limestone peaks, dense forests, and varied terrain. This natural environment, encompassing the Vallon de Tamié and Drison Mountain, provides a setting for several sports like mountain biking, hiking, road cycling, jogging, and more.
Plancherine…
90
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4.6
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Average rating
2147
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5.0
(1)
12
hikers
16.3km
07:18
1,340m
1,340m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.2
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120
hikers
7.64km
02:28
340m
340m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(3)
46
hikers
14.2km
06:31
1,220m
1,220m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.5
(4)
61
hikers
15.0km
07:13
1,160m
1,160m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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12
runners
16.2km
03:07
1,330m
1,320m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

36
runners
23.1km
04:28
1,840m
1,840m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

25
runners
14.3km
02:44
1,050m
1,050m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

19
runners
15.2km
03:49
1,560m
1,560m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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4.5
(4)
239
riders
112km
05:57
2,140m
2,140m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(2)
160
riders
72.4km
03:14
650m
650m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(2)
127
riders
29.3km
01:22
320m
320m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.7
(6)
93
riders
49.8km
02:59
1,170m
1,170m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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5.0
(1)
70
riders
33.8km
02:46
1,000m
1,000m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.7
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34
riders
37.7km
02:41
730m
730m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
32
riders
38.0km
03:23
1,110m
1,110m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.3
(4)
40
riders
25.7km
01:49
490m
490m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(3)
23
riders
54.8km
04:49
1,330m
1,330m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(4)
22
riders
39.6km
03:01
550m
550m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.5
(2)
10
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(1)
11
riders
42.2km
04:02
1,090m
1,090m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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3.0
(1)
32
hikers
10.0km
04:34
890m
890m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
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17
hikers
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

10
hikers
12.3km
05:20
990m
990m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

3.0
(1)
6
hikers
14.8km
07:09
1,260m
1,260m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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4.8
(4)
17
riders
52.6km
03:50
1,150m
1,150m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
42.4km
03:42
1,420m
1,430m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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8
riders
16.1km
01:03
130m
130m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
riders
27.0km
01:46
250m
250m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Plancherine offers a variety of outdoor activities including Mountain biking, Hiking, Road cycling, Jogging, Touring cycling, Mountaineering, and Gravel biking. The region features more than 40 routes across these sports. These routes have been explored by more than 35,000 visitors.
Plancherine is located within the Massif des Bauges Regional Nature Park, characterized by limestone peaks and dense forests. Key features include the Col de Tamié, Vallon de Tamié, Drison Mountain, and the Tufière de Plancherine. Panoramic views, including glimpses of Mont Blanc, are available from various elevated points.
Plancherine has an extensive network of marked hiking trails for various skill levels. Examples include the difficult 10.1-mile (16.3 km) "La Pointe de la Sambuy — Massif des Bauges - Loop" and the moderate 5.9-mile (9.4 km) "Les Épées de Pralognan Parking – The Beautiful Star loop." More information is available in the Hiking around Plancherine guide.
Plancherine's mountainous topography and varied terrain provide opportunities for mountain biking. The region offers routes suitable for covering challenging terrain. Specific routes and details can be found in the MTB Trails around Plancherine guide.
The varied terrain and mountain passes like the Col de Tamié in Plancherine appeal to road cyclists. The region offers routes for exploring the area by road bike. Detailed information is available in the Road Cycling Routes around Plancherine guide.
Plancherine offers an inspiring environment for jogging with numerous trails and picturesque roads winding through the countryside. The varied elevation and scenic views provide engaging runs. For more details, consult the Running Trails around Plancherine guide.
The Fort de Tamié, located near Plancherine, has been transformed into a multi-activity base with an adventure course and play park, enhancing its family-friendly appeal. Many hiking and cycling routes cater to various skill levels, including easier options suitable for families.
Komoot offers several guides for Plancherine, including MTB Trails around Plancherine, Hiking around Plancherine, and Road Cycling Routes around Plancherine. Guides are also available for Running, Cycling, Mountaineering, and Gravel biking.
Routes in Plancherine have an average rating of 4.59 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on more than 1,400 reviews from visitors who have explored the region's trails and paths.
The official website for the Plancherine town hall (Mairie de Plancherine) is plancherine.fr. This site provides local information and resources for the area.
The phone number for the Mairie de Plancherine is +33 (0)4 79 32 46 02. This contact can be used for official inquiries regarding the municipality.

