A summer’s day at Semnoz
Destination Lake Annecy welcomes you to the Semnoz for a summer's day out, combining nature and fun activities.
Getting to Le Semnoz
Leaving from Annecy, the lakeside or Saint-Félix, Sibra buses will take you easily and free of charge to the summit of Semnoz (July and August).
In less than an hour, you’ll be able to soar to the top of this emblematic mountain.

© Louis Garnier
In the morning
Are you ready for all the activities in the Semnoz resort?
Come and enjoy summer tobogganing, laser biathlon, electric minikarts, mountain scooters, cable cars and orienteering courses. There’s plenty of fun activities for young and old alike.
Discover them from 10am, without booking!

© Valentin Mocellin
All the fun activities in the Semnoz resort are accessible with a points card (except guided hikes).
This card can be bought directly from the resort and is valid throughout the season. No booking is necessary, as all activities are open access.

© Station du Semnoz
Join a group of up to 15 people for a guided hike in the Semnoz with a professional guide.
For 2 or 3 hours, he will share with you his knowledge of the Massif des Bauges, the fauna, flora and mountain pastures…

© Peignée Verticale – T.Nalet
At noon
Enjoy a meal in one of the resort’s restaurants…
Or pull your picnic out of your bag! In which case, don’t forget to add a good piece of alpine cheese!

© Monica Dalmasso
In the afternoon
In the mountain pastures, enjoy the great outdoors with the easy, family-friendly “Le circuit des trois lacs” walk.
Take the opportunity to admire the 360° panorama, chat to the grazing animals and meet the alp farmers. The cheeses made on site are excellent!

© Gilles Piel
Discover the work of the mountain farmers, their herds and their delicious products. Five families go up to the mountain pastures to provide quality grass for their animals.
Discover the cheese-making expertise of the Jacquot family, mountain farmers at Semnoz in the Combe des Villards: “For the love of Abondance”

© Monica Dalmasso

© Monica Dalmasso
Useful information
In summer, various herds of cows and goats graze from mid-June onwards in these remarkable natural areas. Don't forget that you're in their home: remember to keep your dog on a lead, stay on the paths and landscaped areas, close the fences after you've gone… The local flora and fauna will thank you!
The Semnoz mountain pasturesSuggested outdoor activities. Create your own programme with other ideas from our site.