Downhill mountain biking in Semnoz, near Annecy

Organized by
1 half day
Occasionally sporty
From 14 years-old and up
From€78

Come and discover the splendid Mont Semnoz by doing a classic mountain bike ride: the descent to Annecy offering 1,300 m of negative altitude difference!

The Semnoz mountain bike descent is a great Haute-Savoie classic. This long descent through the undergrowth has everything to please mountain bikers of all levels, from beginner to expert! La Maison du Vélo offers you half-day mountain bike excursions in the Bauges massif to discover this incredible route just a stone's throw from Annecy.

The instructor who will accompany you on your mountain bike descent of the Semnoz will advise you on techniques and safety protocols, and share with you all his knowledge of the region and this mountain. Right from the start, you'll be treated to an exceptional panorama of Lake Annecy and the Aravis mountain range on the other side at an altitude of around 1,700 metres. If the weather is clear, you may even be able to see Mont Blanc a little further on.

This mountain bike descent near Annecy will take place in the middle of the Semnoz forest, with a 1,300 m vertical drop to give you plenty of thrills and adrenalin! Between technical sections and more rolling sections, you'll be faced with a terrain that's highly varied, but always great fun to ride, with occasional exceptional views over Annecy and its lake.

Looking for adventure and thrills in the mountains of Haute-Savoie? Don't wait any longer - book your mountain bike down the Semnoz near Annecy now!

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From€78

Practical information

Set off at an altitude of 1700 metres and ride your mountain bike down the famous Semnoz mountain while taking in the magnificent scenery of Annecy and the surrounding area. Experience the thrill of mountain biking down the Semnoz in the heart of the Bauges Regional Park.

Course of events

Allow around 3 hours for the descent + a little preparation time and the bus ride up: a total of 4h30 of activity.

Course of the activity:

- Bus ride to the start of the descent

- Participants are kitted out and their equipment prepared

- Arrival at Crêt de Chatillon (the summit of the Semnoz), the starting point of the descent.

- Start of your 3-hour downhill mountain bike adventure

- Arrival on the shores of Lake Annecy

Activity requirements

All participants must be 14 years old or over and must be able to ride a bike in all terrains.

Special terms

The shuttle bus to the departure point only operates during the high season (July-August) and during weekends in June and September.
Outside this period, you will need to make your own way to the starting point or carpool with other participants. Don't hesitate to inform us of your means of transport once you have made your reservation and to contact the instructor once it has been confirmed.

Meeting point:
Basilique de la Visitation car park, Avenue de la Visitation, 74000 Annecy
Spoken languages:French, English
Included
  • Mountain bike
  • Helmet
  • Gloves
  • Bus tickets
Do not forget to bring
  • Sports clothes
  • Trainers
  • Bottled water
  • Cereal bars & dried fruit
  • Backpack
  • Windbreaker or waterproof jacket

Reviews

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4.9/5

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Leon T., Netherlands — 28/08/2024
5/5
Everything was well organised. We started at the curch around 08.00. From there you bike to the station to get the shuttlebus. It's a lovely ride up the mountain with some great views. The instructor adjusts the difficulty to the persons your are riding with. All and all a well worth experience if you like being active in the morning.
Alisa C., United Kingdom — 30/07/2024
5/5
Loved every moment of the mountain bike descent. The forest was divine, the views hard to believe real (thank goodness I have pictures to prove it!)
Iain B., United Kingdom — 17/08/2022
5/5
Great activity to do with 3 teenagers who wanted a challenge!
Ceinwen M., United Kingdom — 04/07/2018
5/5
It was great i booked for myself and my boyfriend and we were the only ones so had 2 guides, essentially a guide each I am not very confident and have only been MTB a few time whereas my boyfriend is very experienced they were able to take us on separate routes which met so so that both our levels were catered for yet we didnt feel separated and cycling on our own Paul and Adrian were very good and taught us both new skills and improved our riding.
paul D., United Kingdom — 01/08/2017
5/5
Really good fun and what an amazing place to go mountain biking, will definitely go back

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