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One of seven circuits waymarked with a pink footprint by the Amicale Pédestre de l'Arclusaz around Saint-Pierre-d'Albigny, also signed as a trail-running loop. It climbs through the forest above the village to a belvedere sweeping from Mont Blanc and the Beaufortain round to the Grand Arc, Lauzière, Belledonne and Chartreuse, then returns via Mont Benoit, the col du Taccon and the Noiriat hamlet. Dog-friendly; not to be confused with the Belvédère de la Chambotte above the Lac du Bourget.
Start here: gymnasium parking, Saint-Pierre-d'Albigny, opposite the collège des Frontailles
Do not rely on potential water locations being available or drinkable. Carry enough for the full walk.
Dogs are welcome; keep the leash on near pastures and through the village, the standard in the Bauges regional park. Follow the pink footprints in the signed direction, the loop is meant to be walked one way. One fountain is mapped at km 0.9, and the climb is honest for its short length, so pace older dogs.
The trail rating above describes the mountain, and it's the same for every dog. How it suits yours depends on their build, age and health. See this route's match — scored for a medium dog until you add your own, free and in a minute.
Before you go: the dog safety guide · water for dogs on trail · dogs on cable cars · meeting a guardian dog