Boardwalk – Doussard Beach loop from Giez

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Boardwalk – Doussard Beach loop from Giez

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Boardwalk – Doussard Beach loop from Giez

03:19

12.8km

80m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 26, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Parc naturel régional du Massif des Bauges

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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Verthier

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Verthier is a pretty little village at the foot of the mountains. There are buildings with the charm of yesteryear. It is very pleasant to stroll through its flowery streets.

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Bridge Over the Stream in Parc naturel régional du Massif des Bauges

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Réserve naturelle du Bout du lac d'Annecy

Nature Reserve

5.79 km

River in Parc Naturel Régional du Massif des Bauges

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Put on your shorts and your hiking sandals. Put on a cap or hat. Bring a few sandwiches and a bottle of water and enjoy the sun or shade along the water.

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View of Lake Annecy from the Tour de Beauvivier

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When you head to the Beauvivier Tower near Lake Annecy, you’ll discover a captivating mix of history and natural beauty.
This 12th-century tower was once part of a medieval fortress. …

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6.22 km

Bout du Lac d'Annecy Nature Reserve

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Small circuit through the nature reserve

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View of Lake Annecy from Doussard

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nice easy walk through a nature reserve

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6.45 km

At the end of Lake Annecy, this boardwalk crosses a wetland created by two rivers, the Eau morte and the Ire. It is one of the few spaces still preserved around the lake, the perfect place for a stroll.

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7.13 km

Doussard Beach

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Doussard Beach is located at the very end of Lake Annecy. A beautiful place to swim or simply see the body of water stretching out its entire length, in the middle of the mountains.

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12.8 km

End point

Bus stop

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