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The Parmelan Balconies – Thônes loop from Villaz

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Auvergne Rhône Alpes

The Parmelan Balconies – Thônes loop from Villaz

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The Parmelan Balconies – Thônes loop from Villaz

03:05

45.7km

760m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 12, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

1

2.86 km

The Parmelan Balconies

Highlight • Viewpoint

This superb section overlooks the valley while offering beautiful views of the Parmelan plateau. This less traveled route allows you to enjoy superb views of the surrounding landscapes.

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8.37 km

Le Fier

Lake

3

17.0 km

Bridge over the Fier

Highlight • Bridge

4

25.3 km

Cascade de la Route

Highlight • Waterfall

Nowadays more like a pipeline, but sometimes it still babbles

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5

28.9 km

Thônes Town Center

Highlight • Settlement

Thones is a pretty little town with pedestrianized shopping streets.

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29.0 km

Thônes

Highlight • Settlement

Thônes is a charming village, with beautiful little shopping streets. Its privileged location has allowed it to develop over the centuries. Today, it welcomes nature lovers in summer and winter.

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29.0 km

Saint-Maurice Church of Thônes

Highlight • Religious Site

"Thônes has preserved the appearance of a historic small town. The central square (Place Bastian) and the streets that extend from it, which are lined by numerous houses with arcaded arches, are characteristic." (Wikipedia)

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32.6 km

Glières Necropolis

Highlight • Other

Memorial and military cemetery.

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9

35.3 km

View of Le Parmelan

Highlight • Viewpoint

On this very quiet little road, the view of the parmelan is breathtaking!!! On the right, the head of Turpin comes off!!🤩

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45.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

24.9 km

16.6 km

3.22 km

808 m

201 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

43.2 km

2.27 km

125 m

119 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (780 m)

Lowest point (470 m)

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Monday 12 October

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