Nature Reserve Guide
Réserve Naturelle Des Grangettes is a nature reserve situated at the mouth of the Rhône into Lake Geneva, nestled at the foot of the Arvel and Grammont mountains. This area is characterized by its diverse landscapes, including alluvial forests, extensive reed beds, and the unique Rhône Delta, which is one of the last protected shorelines on Lake Geneva. Recognized as an internationally important site for water birds and migratory species, the reserve offers a unique natural setting for several sports…
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499
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8.32km
02:09
50m
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.25km
02:07
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40m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.42km
01:25
40m
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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419
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45.8km
01:55
60m
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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42.2km
01:53
160m
160m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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30.4km
02:41
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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464
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47.3km
02:07
470m
470m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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24
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12.5km
01:19
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.26km
00:57
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

40
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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61.5km
03:45
2,020m
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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25.3km
02:35
770m
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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39.8km
04:57
1,590m
1,590m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

100
riders
96.3km
07:31
2,400m
2,400m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
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567
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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314
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83.6km
04:55
340m
340m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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135
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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85
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33.8km
02:44
960m
960m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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93
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36.6km
03:29
1,170m
1,170m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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68
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22.6km
02:08
770m
770m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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67
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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61
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25.4km
01:15
30m
30m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
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18
hikers
14.8km
06:30
1,010m
1,010m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

17
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4.73km
02:33
400m
400m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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13
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9.50km
04:00
610m
610m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
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8
hikers
5.32km
02:14
310m
310m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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Réserve Naturelle Des Grangettes offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Jogging, Gravel biking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, and Hiking. The reserve features over 100 routes across these sports. It is recognized as an internationally important site for water birds and migratory species.
Réserve Naturelle Des Grangettes is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 5,000 visitors having shared their experiences. Routes in the reserve have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars. There are 112 total routes available for various sports.
Popular road cycling routes include "Flat circuit along the Rhône and the Vaudois canals" (28.4 miles [45.8 km]) and "Tour of Chablais" (26.2 miles [42.2 km]), both rated easy. For a more challenging ride, consider the "Circuit du Col de Chaude" (18.9 miles [30.4 km]), which is rated difficult. Explore more options in the Road Cycling Routes in Réserve Naturelle Des Grangettes guide.
Yes, Réserve Naturelle Des Grangettes offers several jogging trails. A popular option is the "Les Grangettes Nature Reserve Loop" (7.8 miles [12.5 km]), rated moderate. Other trails include loops from Le Bouveret and Villeneuve. Find more details in the Running Trails in Réserve Naturelle Des Grangettes guide.
The reserve offers various hiking trails, including easy routes like the "Nature Reserve Trail – Grangettes Observation Tower loop from Noville" (3.9 miles [6.2 km]). There are also moderate options such as the "Rhône Riverside Cycle Path – Grangettes Footbridge loop from Port-Valais" (6.1 miles [9.8 km]). For more information, consult the Hiking in Réserve Naturelle Des Grangettes guide.
The reserve offers easy routes suitable for families, particularly for cycling and hiking. Flat sections along Lake Geneva and designated nature trails provide accessible options. Specific routes like the "Nature Reserve Trail – Grangettes Observation Tower loop from Noville" are rated easy and can be suitable for families.
The reserve is characterized by alluvial forests, reed beds, and the Rhône Delta, one of the last protected shorelines on Lake Geneva. It is home to over 250 bird species and diverse marshland fauna and flora. Visitors can use observation posts and a ten-meter-high lookout tower for panoramic views. The Jardin Instinctif Gérard Bonnet, featuring sculptures, is also a unique attraction.
The Réserve Naturelle Des Grangettes is a nature reserve focused on wildlife protection. Specific rules regarding dogs may apply to protect the diverse fauna. Visitors should check local signage or the official reserve websites for current regulations on dog access.
Komoot offers several guides for Réserve Naturelle Des Grangettes, covering various activities. These include Road Cycling Routes, Cycling, Gravel biking, Running Trails, MTB Trails, and Hiking. There are also guides for Attractions and Easy hikes.
For information regarding Réserve Naturelle Des Grangettes, visitors can refer to the official websites: pronatura-grangettes.ch and lesgrangettes.ch. The Commune de Villeneuve, associated with the reserve, can be reached by phone at +41 21 967 07 07.
Yes, Réserve Naturelle Des Grangettes offers mountain biking trails. Options range from easy to difficult, such as the "Illarsaz Suspension Bridge loop from Le Bouveret" (15.8 miles [25.4 km]) rated easy, and the "Lac de Taney – Lac de Taney loop from Le Bouveret" (23.1 miles [37.2 km]) rated difficult. More routes are available in the MTB Trails in Réserve Naturelle Des Grangettes guide.
The terrain for cycling in Réserve Naturelle Des Grangettes is diverse, ranging from flat routes along Lake Geneva to paths through vineyards and more challenging mountain paths. The reserve itself features flat sections through alluvial forests and reed beds. This variety caters to different cycling preferences and skill levels.

