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Walking Trail: Uffin Loop
Very easy 4.4 km country loop starting from the village centre of Neydens, in the French Genevois. Waymarked in green, 1 h 30 of walking, open views over the Geneva plain between the Jura and the Saleve.
At a glance
Type
Trail · Walking loop
Access
Open · Free
Duration
1 h 30
Best season
Spring · summer · autumn
Town
Neydens
What is Walking Trail: Uffin Loop
The Uffin Walking Loop (Boucle d'Uffin) is a 4.4 km family stroll laid out entirely within the commune of Neydens, in the French Genevois, 15 minutes from Saint-Julien-en-Genevois and 20 minutes from Annecy. Waymarked in green and rated very easy by the Monts du Genevois Tourist Office, it suits both beginner walkers and families, with a modest climb of 67 metres and a walking time of about 1 hour 30.
The route leaves the village centre and crosses the countryside of the Neydens plateau at the foot of the Saleve, through a landscape typical of the French Genevois: hedgerows, orchards, hay meadows and woodland edges. It offers open viewpoints over the Geneva plain, the Jura range and, on clear days, the Mont Blanc massif.
Open year-round, it suits all-terrain strollers and dogs on leads — a gentle alternative to the more demanding hikes of the nearby Saleve. With the Vitam water park, the Saleve cable car and the A40 motorway nearby, it is also an easy warm-up to discover the Genevois with the family.
Activities
What you can do here
Practical
Practical information
Address
Start: village centre of Neydens, town hall car park, 74160 Neydens View on map
Coordinates
46.121° N — 6.1046° E
Distance
4.4 km · loop
Elevation
+67 m / −68 m
Visit duration
1 h 30
Difficulty
Very easy · waymarked in green
Opening hours
Open access year-round, unsupervised trail.
Prices
Free
Access / Parking
Free parking in Neydens village centre (town hall). 5 min by car from A40 exit 13 Saint-Julien-en-Genevois.
Pets
Allowed on lead
Required gear
Walking shoes, water, sun protection in summer
Audience
Families, beginner walkers, all-terrain stroller
Access
How to get there
Nearest stops
- Neydens Chef Lieu · TAC · 4 · 15 m
- La Forge · TAC · 4 · 400 m
- Centre de Loisirs · TAC · 4 · 742 m
Transport data verified on 2026-06-15 · source transport.data.gouv.fr (Licence Etalab 2.0)
Winter
Winter season
Winter access window
Open (cleared road)
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
How long is the Uffin Walking Loop at Neydens?
The Uffin Walking Loop is 4.4 km as a full loop, with 67 m of positive elevation. The trail, waymarked in green, takes about 1 h 30 to walk.
Is the Uffin Loop stroller-accessible?
Yes in most conditions. The Uffin Walking Loop is very easy, virtually flat and follows wide paths: it works well with an all-terrain stroller outside muddy periods.
Where does the Uffin Walking Loop start?
The Uffin Loop starts in the village centre of Neydens (town hall car park). The route is waymarked in green and can be walked in either direction.
Is the Uffin Walking Loop paid?
No. The Uffin Walking Loop is freely accessible year-round, like all the rural trails of the commune of Neydens.
Can I walk the Uffin Loop with a dog?
Yes, the Uffin Loop welcomes dogs on lead. Please respect the crops and any pastures crossed along the way.
What is the best time of year for the Uffin Loop?
The Uffin Walking Loop is best from spring to autumn. In winter it remains passable outside snowy spells, but the Jura-Saleve panorama is most spectacular between April and October.
Sources
Sources & verification
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