Walking itinerary - Ascent to Sulens

This long hike without any major difficulties is an excellent opportunity to buy a reblochon made in the alpine meadows. Located between Mont Charvin and the Tournette, mount Sulens offers a magnificent panorama over both massifs.

Nestled between the Tournette and Aravis ranges, Montagne du Sulens is a ridge-like relief offering a number of fairly accessible walks. This itinerary takes you up the mountain to its beautiful summit viewpoint.

Departing from the commune of Les Clefs, you'll overlook the Manigod valley and enjoy magnificent views of Mont Charvin and the Val de Chaise, as well as the Col des Marais dominated by the famous fauteuil de la Tournette.

On this hike, you'll pass through the heart of the typical Aravis dairy pastures, giving you the chance to immerse yourself in the place where Reblochon cheese is produced. You're on the cheese itinerary: trails to discover a traditional terroir.

After a tour of the mountain pastures, farms and herds. Let yourself be tempted by a tasting of local specialities at the Auberge de Plan Bois to round off this wonderful hike.

1/ From "Col de Plan Bois (Parking)" always follow the signs for "Sommet de Sulens par la Grande Montagne" you will pass the following signposts: "Chalet la croix de Sulens", "La Grande Montagne", "Col de Sulens".
2/ At "Sommet de Sulens", turn around and take the same route back to the Plan Bois parking lot.