La Léchère is a region in the Savoie department within the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of south-eastern France. Nestled in the Isère valley between Albertville and Moûtiers, this area is strategically positioned at the crossroads of the Beaufortain, Lauzière, and Vanoise massifs. The diverse landscape, characterized by mountain ranges, valleys, and rivers, provides varied terrain suitable for several outdoor activities like touring cycling, road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, and more.
La Léchère offers more than 100…
112
Routes
4.4
(211)
Average rating
6292
People visited

4.0
(5)
288
riders
52.8km
03:35
1,750m
1,740m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.6
(11)
891
riders
118km
06:12
2,210m
2,210m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(6)
284
riders
90.9km
06:22
3,200m
3,200m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.4
(5)
340
riders
41.6km
02:35
1,090m
1,090m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.5
(13)
142
riders
45.1km
02:48
440m
440m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(4)
830
riders
45.6km
03:46
1,440m
1,440m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
269
riders
118km
08:16
2,280m
2,280m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(9)
119
riders
35.0km
02:08
280m
280m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
(8)
136
hikers
10.5km
04:40
800m
800m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.9
(8)
104
hikers
7.22km
03:15
560m
560m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.4
(8)
95
hikers
12.6km
03:56
450m
450m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(15)
171
hikers
8.60km
02:29
220m
220m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
(4)
61
riders
20.5km
02:19
750m
750m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(4)
39
riders
50.3km
04:36
1,690m
1,690m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

5.0
(1)
21
riders
29.7km
03:53
1,340m
1,340m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

5.0
(2)
19
riders
19.1km
02:05
610m
610m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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35
runners
14.8km
01:52
530m
520m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

24
runners
10.4km
02:01
800m
800m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

14
runners
14.2km
02:01
690m
690m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

8
runners
10.0km
01:04
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(2)
21
hikers
10.9km
04:45
970m
970m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

26
hikers
11.9km
05:35
930m
930m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.0
(2)
8
hikers
16.3km
07:48
1,150m
1,150m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

8
hikers
16.7km
07:44
1,440m
1,440m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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3
riders
107km
08:28
2,410m
2,410m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.5
(2)
22
riders
43.0km
03:21
990m
990m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
27
riders
41.2km
03:36
1,620m
1,620m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
25
riders
48.4km
03:59
1,550m
1,550m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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La Léchère offers a diverse range of outdoor activities including Touring cycling, Road cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, Mountaineering, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features over 120 routes for various sports. These routes are rated an average of 4.49 out of 5 stars by more than 33,000 visitors.
Komoot lists 120 routes in La Léchère, covering various outdoor sports. These routes have been explored by over 33,000 visitors. The average rating for routes in this region is 4.49 out of 5 stars.
La Léchère is a base for exploring the Tarentaise valley and includes challenging ascents like the Col de la Madeleine, which starts nearby. Other notable routes include the Cormet de Roselend and Col de la Loze. For more information, consult the Cycling around La Léchère and Road Cycling Routes around La Léchère guides.
Yes, La Léchère and the surrounding Tarentaise Valley offer numerous mountain biking circuits with varying difficulty levels. Some trails require good fitness and advanced riding skills. Examples of trails include Barlet, Du Beurre, La Bataille, and Pressui, which can be found in the MTB Trails around La Léchère guide.
Hiking options in La Léchère range from easy family walks to more challenging routes within the Lauzière massif. Popular trails include the Morel waterfalls, Le Bois Chaniet, Lac Branlay, and Pointe du Cuchet, which offer panoramic views. More details are available in the Hiking around La Léchère guide.
La Léchère offers several options suitable for families, including easy walks and well-maintained trails. The Morel waterfalls provide a pleasant walk along cascades. Parc des Buissons is also known for its accessible trails and diverse flora, suitable for various activities.
La Léchère is situated at the crossroads of the Beaufortain, Lauzière, and Vanoise massifs, offering diverse mountain scenery. Notable natural features include the Morel waterfalls, the Isère river, and Lac de la Rosière. The Lauzière massif is recognized with the 'Natura 2000' label for its rich biodiversity.
Komoot offers several guides for La Léchère, including Cycling around La Léchère, Road Cycling Routes around La Léchère, Hiking around La Léchère, and MTB Trails around La Léchère. Additional guides cover Mountaineering, Running, and Gravel biking.
Key points of interest include the thermal spa in La Léchère-les-Bains, the Morel waterfalls, and the Parc Thermal. The region also provides access to the Beaufortain, Lauzière, and Vanoise massifs, offering numerous viewpoints and trails. The iconic Col de la Madeleine is also a significant landmark for cyclists.
Yes, La Léchère provides opportunities for gravel biking. The region's diverse terrain, including forest paths and less-trafficked roads, is suitable for this activity. A dedicated guide, Gravel biking around La Léchère, is available on komoot.
The official tourism website for La Léchère, particularly associated with the thermal baths, is la-lechere-tourisme.com. Another relevant site is thermes-lalechere.com. These resources provide information on local activities and services.
For general information or inquiries related to the thermal baths in La Léchère, the phone number is +33 (0)4 79 22 60 30. The Mairie (Town Hall) can be reached at +33 (0)4 79 22 61 61.

