Hike: Grand Colombier from Culoz

Although the route is not very technical, it is not recommended for hikers who have a severe fear of heights.

Some passages on the ridge are located a few meters from the edge.

The route crosses the Grand Colombier alpine pastures, the utmost caution is recommended when crossing herds. Please keep your dogs on a leash and always close the enclosures behind you.

The route is not accessible from November to April when the pass is closed.

Defective markings, incidents/security, conflicts of use, illegal dumping? : locate and share the problem encountered on the national alert system via the SURICATE app or via the site https://sentinelles.sportsdenature.fr/

Several parking spaces are available in Culoz:

From the Maison du Vélo, the gymnasium, the station or the community hall.

APIDAE Tourism data updated on 17/10/2022 by "Office de Tourisme Bugey Sud Grand Colombier".
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This very long hike with a significant elevation gain is reserved for experienced hikers.

It is also possible to do this hike partially by stopping halfway at the Fenestrez viewpoint, which offers a magnificent panorama over Lake Bourget, the Rhône, the Belledone Massif and the south of Bugey, the return is also by the same path.

You can refresh yourself at the summit at the Grand Colombier shop as well as by the beautiful water body of Culoz next to the campsite, ideal for cooling off after a long hike while enjoying the bar.

This route is part of the "Ain Outdoor" selection.