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Scenic Bourget Lake Running Loop via Le Bourget-du-Lac & Bourdeau

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    A varied running loop around Lake Bourget, featuring lakeside views, gentle climbs, and historic sites in Savoie.

    moderate
    Distance 12.3 km
    2:00 h
    152 m
    152 m
    385 m
    232 m

    Experience a rewarding run starting in Le Bourget-du-Lac, following a diverse loop around Lac du Bourget. The route combines asphalt, road, dirt tracks, and forested paths, offering both comfort and natural charm. Along the way, take in the sight of the historic Église Saint-Laurent and pass close to the evocative Château de Thomas de Savoie ruins.

    The course features moderate elevation, with a total ascent of 152 m, reaching up to 385 m above sea level. Expect steady climbs and descents—perfect for runners seeking a moderate challenge. Forest trails and lakeside stretches alternate with short road sections, keeping the run dynamic and engaging.

    This loop returns you to your starting point, rounding out an energizing Savoie experience.

    Difficulty
    moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Highest point
    385 m
    Lowest point
    232 m

    Track types

    Asphalt 45.27%Dirt road 4.72%Forested/wild trail 5.74%Path 10.84%Road 32.59%Unknown 0.81%
    Asphalt
    5.6 km
    Dirt road
    579 m
    Forested/wild trail
    705 m
    Path
    1.3 km
    Road
    4 km
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    100 m
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    Église Saint-Laurent
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    Public transport

    Reach Le Bourget-du-Lac by regional bus from Chambéry or Aix-les-Bains, then walk to the starting point near the lakeshore.

    Directions

    From Chambéry or Aix-les-Bains, follow signs to Le Bourget-du-Lac in Savoie. The town is easily accessible via local roads.

    Parking

    Parking is available in Le Bourget-du-Lac near the lakeshore, close to the starting point of the running loop.

    Coordinates

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    45.641750, 5.872324
    DMS
    45°38'30.3"N 5°52'20.4"E
    UTM
    31T 723839 5058258
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    Equipment

    Sturdy and comfortable footwear, weather-appropriate clothing in a layered system, sun and rain protection, provisions and drinking water, first aid kit, mobile phone, maps.


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    Difficulty
    moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    12.3 km
    Duration
    2:00 h
    Ascent
    152 m
    Descent
    152 m
    Highest point
    385 m
    Lowest point
    232 m
    Round trip

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