Massingy is a commune situated in the Haute-Savoie department of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region in eastern France. The area is characterized by its proximity to significant natural features, including Lac du Bourget and Lake Annecy, as well as the Massif des Bauges Regional Natural Park. This diverse landscape, encompassing lakes, mountains, and gorges, provides varied terrain suitable for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, jogging, and mountain biking.
Massingy offers a range of outdoor…
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3.2
(6)
19
hikers
11.4km
02:59
80m
80m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12
hikers
4.04km
01:03
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
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9
hikers
5.41km
01:25
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8
hikers
4.16km
01:05
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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13
riders
26.8km
01:35
150m
150m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8
riders
34.8km
02:07
230m
230m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.5
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7
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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5
riders
55.7km
03:19
390m
390m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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17
runners
9.64km
01:01
120m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
runners
8.05km
00:53
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
runners
8.28km
00:51
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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4
runners
10.1km
01:15
250m
250m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.0
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8
riders
30.9km
02:17
240m
240m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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11
riders
33.5km
02:42
300m
290m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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4
riders
27.4km
02:04
210m
210m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
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1
riders
26.9km
01:53
190m
190m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
(1)
9
riders
64.9km
02:46
520m
520m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5
riders
41.7km
01:54
320m
320m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5
riders
30.5km
01:18
260m
260m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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5
riders
32.8km
01:31
280m
280m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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Massingy offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Jogging, and Mountain biking. The region has 1 recorded route, which has an average rating of 4.11 stars from more than 500 visitors.
Hiking is a popular activity in Massingy. Information and routes for exploring the area on foot can be found in the Hiking around Massingy guide. The diverse landscape includes paths near lakes and through natural forest areas.
Touring cycling is available in Massingy, with routes designed for exploring the region by bicycle. Cyclists can find relevant information and routes in the Cycling around Massingy guide. Routes often pass by lakes, through villages, and into mountainous areas.
Road cycling is an option in Massingy, with routes suitable for road bikes. Details and specific routes are available in the Road Cycling Routes around Massingy guide. The region's roads, including climbs like the Chambotte Pass, are well-suited for this sport.
Jogging and running trails are present in Massingy. The Running Trails around Massingy guide provides information on suitable paths. The varied landscapes, from lakeside paths to mountain trails, offer numerous options for runners.
Mountain biking is an activity available in Massingy. The MTB Trails around Massingy guide offers details on routes for mountain bikers. The diverse terrain provides varied environments for this sport.
Massingy is near several natural attractions, including Lac du Bourget and Lake Annecy, approximately 10 miles (16 km) and 11 miles (18 km) away, respectively. The Massif des Bauges Regional Natural Park is about 14 miles (23 km) distant. The Fier Gorge and the Chambotte Pass also offer notable natural features.
Panoramic views are available from locations such as the Belvedere, accessible via the Chambotte Pass. This viewpoint offers a 360-degree panorama encompassing Lac du Bourget, the Grand Colombier, and the Aravis range. The Aravis range is visible from certain points in the area.
Outdoor activities in Massingy have been explored by more than 500 visitors on komoot. The available routes have received an average rating of 4.11 out of 5 stars. This indicates a generally positive reception from the komoot community.
The official website for the Commune de Massingy (Haute-Savoie) is massingy74.fr. For direct inquiries, the Mairie (Town Hall) of Massingy can be reached at +33 4 50 01 30 01.
The varied landscapes around Massingy, including lakeside paths and less strenuous trails, offer options suitable for different skill levels. Specific family-friendly routes would be detailed within the respective sport guides, such as those for hiking or cycling.
The terrain around Massingy is diverse, ranging from lakeside paths to mountain trails and gorges. It includes unpaved trails in natural forest areas, roads suitable for cycling, and varied environments within the Massif des Bauges Regional Natural Park. This variety supports multiple types of outdoor pursuits.

