Your guide to the finest mountain biking terrain in the French Alps
Annecy sits at the edge of two worlds: a pristine glacial lake ringed by café terraces, and a wall of Alpine peaks that climb sharply above it. The trails connecting those two worlds are some of the best in the Alps: forested singletrack dropping to the water, high-altitude enduro runs with views that stop you mid-descent, and rolling cross-country loops through quiet valley hamlets. This is a guide to riding all of it.
Semnoz
The closest and most popular trails to Annecy. Flowy XC, rough Enduro, and even a bike park. Semnoz has it all.
Montagne d’Age
Some of the most approachable riding in the area. Great XC options and beginner-friendly trails.
Thônes
Challenging climbs and lift service bikeparks await in nearby Thônes.
Épagny-Metz-Tessy
Varied forested singletrack for those looking for XC and Enduro north of Annecy.