Mont Veyrier, Limestone summit in Haute-Savoie, France
The 1,291-meter mountain rises above Lake Annecy, presenting a steep limestone ridge with paths through dense forest and exposed sections near the top.
Local inhabitants established multiple access routes to Mont Veyrier during the 19th century, creating a network of paths connecting surrounding villages to the summit.
Residents of Annecy and neighboring communities maintain hiking traditions on Mont Veyrier through regular group excursions and educational nature walks.
Hikers can reach the summit via a marked 5.1-kilometer trail from Petit Port, with an elevation gain of 540 meters and estimated climbing time of 90 minutes.
The mountain's geological structure reveals marine fossil deposits within its limestone layers, documenting the area's underwater past from millions of years ago.
Location: Annecy
Location: Alex
Location: Menthon-Saint-Bernard
Location: Veyrier-du-Lac
Elevation above the sea: 1,291 m
Made from material: limestone
GPS coordinates: 45.90061,6.18267
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:45
Annecy attracts equally with its lake and its preserved Alpine village ambiance. Between nature, gastronomy, and heritage, the town stretches between the mountains and the clear water of the lake, lined with canals and colorful facades. Strolling along the Thiou, climbing up to the castle, or taking boat trips to Talloires and Veyrier are popular activities. The surroundings are filled with easily accessible peaks, scenic trails, and starred restaurants. Each season offers a reason to return, whether for markets, beaches, or the first snow on the Aravis.
Pont des Amours
4 km
Le Pâquier
3.9 km
Jardins de l'Europe d'Annecy
4 km
L'Impérial
3 km
Téléphérique du Mont-Veyrier
1.7 km
Église Saint-Maurice
4.3 km
Château de la Cour
4 km
Annecy Town Hall
4.1 km
Château de Novel
4.2 km
Château de Fésigny
1.8 km
Clocher d'Annecy-le-Vieux
3.7 km
Hôtel de préfecture de la Haute-Savoie, Annecy
4 km
Grand séminaire d'Annecy
4.2 km
Défilé de Dingy
1.9 km
Church of Saint-Maurice in Veyrier-du-Lac
2.1 km
Musée du Film d'animation
4.2 km
La volière de l'Impérial
3.1 km
Église Sainte-Bernadette d'Annecy
3.1 km
Statue of Claude Louis Berthollet in Annecy
3.9 km
Église Saint-Louis de Novel d'Annecy
3.7 km
Ancienne église Saint-Laurent d'Annecy
3.7 km
Gnomon du Frère Arsène
3.9 km
Annecy war memorial
4.1 km
Église Saint-Eugène de Nâves-Parmelan
3.8 km
Voie Verte Tour du Lac d'Annecy
3.9 km
Albigny beach
2.7 km
Voie romaine et inscription commémorative
1.9 km
Scenic viewpoint
3.8 kmReviews
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