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GR® de Pays Littoral du Léman

GR® de Pays pédestre du littoral du Léman - Saint-Gingolph → Meillerie → Évian → Champanges en 4 étapes, balcons panoramiques sur le lac.

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GR® de Pays (GRP) walking trail GR® de Pays Littoral du Léman at Saint-Gingolph, Haute-Savoie — ~50 km · 4 stages, moderate
At a glance
Type
GR® de Pays (GRP) walking trail
Access
Free · Open access
Price
Free all year round
Duration
3-4 days
Best season
April-November
Parking
Free at the trailhead
Animals
Allowed on a leash
Stroller / Reduced mobility
NO (sloping trail)
Town
Saint-Gingolph

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What is GR® de Pays Littoral du Léman

The GR® de Pays Littoral du Léman is a regional long-distance walking trail that covers 50 kilometres in four stages along the French shore of Lake Geneva: Saint-Gingolph → Meillerie (the historic quarry that supplied the lakeside walls of Geneva), Meillerie → Évian-les-Bains, Évian → Thonon-les-Bains, and Thonon → Champanges.

The route mostly follows the hillsides above the lake (300–900 m altitude), offering panoramic balcony views over Lake Geneva, the Vaud Alps (Diablerets, Dents du Midi) and the Jura to the west. It is the pedestrian counterpart to the cycling ViaRhôna, with a more mountainous character.

Free year-round access. Difficulty moderate. Length ~50 km · 4 stages, full trail 3–4 days. Best season: April to November. Not wheelchair-accessible (sloping trail).

Activities

What you can do here

Practical

Practical information

Address
Start: Saint-Gingolph (74500) · ~50 km · 4 stages View on map
Coordinates
46.3917° N · 6.8056° E
Elevation
374 m (Léman) to 900 m (viewpoints)
Opening hours
OPEN ACCESS 24/7, all year round, on the GR® de Pays Littoral du Léman. Recommended season: April-November. Conditions outside this season vary. Verified on the official website on 24 May 2026 — subject to seasonal changes.
Prices
FREE AND OPEN ACCESS on the GR® de Pays Littoral du Léman for everyone, all year round. No ticketing. Refuges and accommodation are paid for overnight stays (€50-90/night half-board depending on the refuge). Verified on 24 May 2026.
Booking
No booking needed for the trail of the GR® de Pays Littoral du Léman. Booking refuges/accommodation in summer is recommended from January-April depending on the refuge. Verified on 24 May 2026.
Parking
Free parking at the trailhead of the GR® de Pays Littoral du Léman in Saint-Gingolph. Capacity varies by season. Additional parking in the village if full in summer.
Dogs
Dogs allowed on a leash on the GR® de Pays Littoral du Léman. Take care in protected areas (nature reserves) and technical sections.
Accessibility
Wheelchair access: NO (sloping trail) for the GR® de Pays Littoral du Léman. Check conditions on site. Verified on 24 May 2026.
Duration on site
3-4 days for the GR® de Pays Littoral du Léman depending on fitness level. Length ~50 km · 4 stages. Shorter variants possible depending on route.
Contact
Local tourist office + Haute-Savoie departmental council hautesavoie.fr. FFRandonnée Haute-Savoie for GR routes. Verified on 24 May 2026.
Access

How to get there

By car

Saint-Gingolph (74500) is accessible by car from Annecy/Geneva/Sallanches depending on your starting point. Free parking at the trailhead of the GR® de Pays Littoral du Léman. Follow local signage.

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Public transport

Public transport depending on seasonal routes to Saint-Gingolph. Léman Express + Haute-Savoie regional coaches + Mont-Blanc Express depending on the area. Check seasonal timetables.

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By bike

Cycling is recommended on greenways where the route is a greenway. For walking trails, cycling is not recommended on the GR® de Pays Littoral du Léman.

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Parking

Free at the trailhead

Parking checked on 2026-06-15 · © les contributeurs d'OpenStreetMap sous licence ODbL

When to visit

When to visit

The GR® de Pays Littoral du Léman is mainly walked in the April-November season. Outside this season: conditions vary depending on elevation. A ROUTE OF PANORAMIC VIEWPOINTS OVER LÉMAN - a walking alternative to the cyclable ViaRhôna EV17. 50 km from Saint-Gingolph to Champanges in 4 stages.. Route type: GR® de Pays (GRP) walking trail, ~50 km · 4 stages, moderate.
Events : Local events depending on the commune, Saint-Gingolph. Follow the local tourist office and hautesavoie.fr for the calendar of events linked to the GR® de Pays Littoral du Léman.
Winter

Winter season

Winter access window
Not specified
Winter infrastructure
Not specified
Snow panorama
Not specified
Equipment mandated
Loi Montagne II — winter tyres or chains required (1 Nov – 31 Mar)
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is access to the GR® de Pays Littoral du Léman paid?

No. Access to the GR® de Pays Littoral du Léman is free and open all year round to everyone. No ticketing, no toll. The route is permanently accessible depending on season and weather conditions.

How long is the GR® de Pays Littoral du Léman?

The GR® de Pays Littoral du Léman is ~50 km · 4 stages. Average duration 3-4 days depending on fitness level. Moderate difficulty. Route type: GR® de Pays (GRP) walking trail.

What are the opening hours of the GR® de Pays Littoral du Léman?

The GR® de Pays Littoral du Léman is open access 24/7 all year round. Recommended season April-November. Verified on the official website on 24 May 2026 — subject to seasonal changes.

How difficult is the GR® de Pays Littoral du Léman?

The GR® de Pays Littoral du Léman is of moderate difficulty. Length ~50 km · 4 stages. Duration 3-4 days. Elevation 374 m (Léman) to 900 m (viewpoints). Suitable for hikers according to fitness level.

Is the GR® de Pays Littoral du Léman wheelchair accessible?

Wheelchair access: NO (sloping trail) for the GR® de Pays Littoral du Léman. Check conditions on site. For a wheelchair-accessible alternative, see Voie verte du Lac d'Annecy or Sentier des Roselières Saint-Jorioz if unsuitable.

When can you walk the GR® de Pays Littoral du Léman?

Recommended season for the GR® de Pays Littoral du Léman: April-November. Conditions outside this season vary depending on elevation and snow cover. Check conditions with the local tourist office before setting off.

How do you get to the GR® de Pays Littoral du Léman?

The GR® de Pays Littoral du Léman starts from Saint-Gingolph (74500). Travelling by car is recommended for the starting point. Free parking at trailheads. Public transport depends on the route and season.

Sources

Sources & verification

Multi-source verification at publication. Information may change — confirm with the official operator before travelling.

Published 24 mai 2026·Updated 11/07/26

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