Hiking Trail: Pic de Marcelly via Le Planey

A mid-mountain trail offering remarkable views of the surrounding valleys and mountains, including Mont Blanc, the Jura, and the Bornes-Aravis...

The loop offers numerous views of the Chablais and Mont Blanc mountain ranges, as well as the peaks of the Haut-Giffre and the Aravis. A stop is a must right at the start of the loop, at Le Planey, where there’s a small bench and a breathtaking view of the Haut-Giffre peaks. At the summit of Pic de Marcelly, a map post makes it easy to find your way!

IGN Map 3429 ET (Bonneville / Cluses / Le Faucigny)

From the parking lot, follow a trail that starts on the slope above the road toward Pic de Marcelly. The trail climbs steeply through the pasture until it reaches the bend where the Planey ski lift begins.
1/ At this point, a trail to the left takes a detour via Le Planey (viewpoint).
2/ Continue on to the top of the ski lift, then take the rocky trail that climbs through the forest. The ascent continues without any major difficulty.
3/ Upon exiting the forest, the narrow trail quickly leads to the northern flank of the Pic de Marcelly summit.
4/ The return route goes through the Gron mountain pasture.