Top 5 of the ideal family hikes

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The top 5 hikes accessible and pleasant to share with young and old, perfect for exploring the mountain without stress.

1. Boucle des Clarines 🔔
  • Distance : 5,7 km
  • Time : ~ 2 hours
  • Elevation gain : +190 m / -190 m
  • Level : easy, stroller-friendly
  • Start/arrival : Summit of the Mont-Chéry gondola (1,810 m)

Panorama : magnificent view of Mont Blanc – ideal for a picnic

2. Sentier des Myrtilles 🫐
  • Distance : 2,4 km
  • Time : ~1 hour
  • Elevation gain : +100 m / -100 m
  • Level  : very easy for families with young children
  • Start : Chavannes car park (1 484 m)

Atmosphere : undergrowth, water point to cool down, possibility of picking blueberries in the summer 

3. Sentier des Têtards 🐸
  • Distance : 2,9 km 
  • Time : ~1 hour
  • Elevation gain : +80 m / -80 m 
  • Level  : easy, family, stroller possible
  • Strong point : access to the « lake of the fishermen » (map of the rock) – perfect for a snack break or small explorers

4. Circuit des Chèvres 🐐
  • Distance : 4,5 km
  • Time : 1 hour and 30 minutes
  • Elevation gain : +40 m / -410 m
  • Level  : easy, family
  • Itinerary : towards Mont-Chéry – alpine atmosphere, artisan pottery, herds – very lively for the children

5. Grand Tour des Chavannes 🗺️
  • Distance : ~12 km 
  • Time : 4 hours and 30 minutes
  • Elevation gain : +720 m / -710 m 
  • Level : accessible to sports families

Landscapes : views of Mont-Blanc, Morzine valley, Chablais peaks – relaxation stops (picnic area recommended) 

ℹ️ Useful information
  • Topoguides & maps: available for free at the Gets Tourist Office (Mont-Chéry and Chavannes cable cars)
  • Marked walks: color system and clear signage on each course
  • Dogs: kept on a leash mandatory on the trails
  • Equipment recommended: good shoes (even for easy tours), water, hat/sunscreen; all-terrain strollers for adapted loops

📍 Itinerary tip
  • Combine the Boucle des Clarines or the Sentier des Myrtilles with a descent into the village for a gourmet break.
  • The Grand Tour of Chavannes is perfect for an active day: take a picnic, and allow yourself breaks near panoramas or landscaped areas.
👍 In summary
  • Short walk (1 hours): Blueberry or Tadpole Trail.
  • Family walk (1 hour and 30 minutes – 2 hours): Boucle des Clarines or Circuit des Chèvres.
  • Hiking day (4 hours and 30 minutes): Grand Tour des Chavannes for the more adventurous.

A nice sample of accessible, educational and panoramic hikes for the whole family in Les Gets — good shoes and beautiful discoveries!