MTB track 14 red - Retord - les balcons du Mont Blanc - Espace FFC Ain Forestière

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Elevation : 1040m
Les Plans d'Hotonnes, 01260 Haut-Valromey

Description

The Plateau de Retord is an out-of-time corner of France, located right between Geneva and Lyon, one step away from Annecy and Chambéry. This wild plateau is known for its beautiful wild flowers, the typical housing architecture and wonderful panoramas on the Alps. The place is ideal to Mountain bike.
Follow the red signs number 14 24 km long with an elevation gain of 450 m, this is the typical loop around the plateau. The trails will lead you to noticeable points called Ferme de Retord, Auberge de Cuvéry (where it is possible to grab something to eat on the way, the beautiful panorama of Tumet and the local summit Crêt du Nu. Do not forget to download the map before you go. Ski resort in winter, les Plans d'Hotonnes is also famous for its slopes, cross country and snowshoe tracks and the international biathlon centre where you can try your luck on the shooting range at any time of the year. You do not own a bike? Rent your mountain bike, e-bike, at the local rental shop Sports 360 located at the starting point.

Services

Public WC
Car park
Free car park
Pets welcome
Motorhomes allowed

Environment

  • In the country
  • Forest location
  • Mountain view
  • Mountain location
  • Isolated
  • Panoramic view
  • Presence of livestock and guard dogs
    Updated on 04 December 2025 at 16:33
    by Office de Tourisme Bugey Sud Grand Colombier
    (Offer identifier : 98187)
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