Located in the heart of the Aravis mountain range, Manigod is a prime destination for road cyclists, mountain bikers, and e-bike enthusiasts.
Whether you're on a multi-day tour or a day trip, you'll find facilities at the Col de la Croix Fry specifically designed to facilitate your cycling and enhance your comfort.
The high mountain passes of the Aravis, the marked mountain bike trails, and the services dedicated to cyclists make Manigod an essential stop for exploring the mountains by bike.
How to get to Manigod by bike?
Cycling isn't just for athletes! Consider an e-bike, which opens up endless possibilities: our routes are accessible to casual cyclists thanks to electric bikes. This option reflects the destination's commitment to promoting sustainable mobility. Several options are available:
Take the train and then the bus with your bike, then explore the town and the Aravis region by bike. Alternatively, take
the routes established by Annecy Mountains to get you from the shores of Lake Annecy to the mountain peaks.
Cycling route
On a road bike, take route no. 8s, starting in Annecy and heading towards the Col du Marrais (28 km, +820 m elevation gain).
This is a variation of route 8, "Tour de la Tournette," via Serraval. It's a challenging tour of the Tournette mountain range, starting in Annecy via the Col de la Croix Fry and the Col du Marais.
Sporting route
On a gravel bike, take route no. 31 starting in Thônes (78 km, +2,055 m elevation gain).
This is the Route de la Soif (Thirst Route), overlooked by the majestic Mont Charvin, a scenic alpine trail with views of Mont Blanc.
Departmental cycling route
By bike, take route no. 20 from Thônes, the Croix Fry circuit. 11.5 km, 842 m elevation gain.
Free services for all cyclists!
Available year-round with free access (except in winter), you will find the following at the Col de la Croix Fry:
A repair station
Get your bike in working order before or after your ride at our free repair station.
A bike wash station
After a mountain bike or gravel ride, take advantage of our free bike wash station to clean your equipment.
An e-bike charging station
A charging station allows two electric bikes to be charged simultaneously. This service is free and available year-round except during the winter season.
Bike parking
Bike racks are available for easy parking of your equipment during breaks or while shopping.
All these facilities are freely accessible at the Col de la Croix Fry, near the picnic room. These facilities allow visitors to discover local shops, accommodations and activities without using their car.
