Saint-Julien-En-Genevois is a region in southeastern France, located in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, near the Swiss border and the city of Geneva. Its diverse geography, characterized by the prominent Mont Salève, sections of the Rhône valley, and rolling vineyards, provides a varied landscape for outdoor activities. This area supports several sports like road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, jogging, and more, offering a blend of mountain and countryside environments.
Saint-Julien-En-Genevois offers more than 2,000 routes across several sports…
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4.2
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44
hikers
5.17km
01:28
110m
110m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4
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9.80km
02:33
70m
60m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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716
hikers
10.5km
04:32
790m
790m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.9
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446
hikers
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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4.0
(6)
67
riders
25.5km
01:38
740m
740m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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38
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32.6km
01:49
630m
630m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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40
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53.0km
02:45
880m
880m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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840
riders
93.6km
04:53
1,520m
1,520m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.5
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19
riders
48.2km
03:16
830m
840m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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51.2km
03:24
790m
780m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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776
riders
108km
06:57
1,400m
1,400m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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419
riders
46.3km
03:09
770m
770m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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419
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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375
runners
10.4km
01:55
710m
710m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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459
runners
9.65km
01:00
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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321
runners
11.8km
02:12
800m
800m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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4.6
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138
riders
14.7km
02:06
700m
690m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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118
riders
27.3km
03:11
1,010m
1,010m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.6
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64
riders
33.9km
02:51
700m
700m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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97
riders
26.6km
03:05
900m
890m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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4.4
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43
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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26
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50.2km
03:37
940m
940m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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20
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26.5km
01:39
190m
190m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18
riders
26.8km
01:30
170m
170m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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4.8
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29
hikers
8.59km
04:12
670m
670m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
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28
hikers
9.31km
04:14
660m
660m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.3
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21
hikers
15.7km
07:17
1,180m
1,180m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
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19
hikers
11.9km
05:04
820m
820m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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Saint-Julien-En-Genevois offers a range of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Mountain biking, Gravel biking, and Mountaineering. The region features diverse landscapes such as Mont Salève, the Rhône valley, and vineyards. More than 2,000 routes are available for exploration.
Saint-Julien-En-Genevois provides numerous hiking opportunities, with nearly 350 km of marked trails. These trails range from family walks to challenging ascents on Mont Salève. Specific hiking routes can be found in the Hiking around Saint-Julien-En-Genevois guide.
The region offers varied terrain for road cycling, including descents from Salève, routes along the Rhône valley, and circuits through hilly areas near Annemasse. Cyclists can explore routes that cater to various skill levels. Detailed road cycling options are available in the Road Cycling Routes around Saint-Julien-En-Genevois guide.
Mont Salève is an iconic mountain dominating the landscape of Saint-Julien-En-Genevois, often called 'Geneva's balcony.' Its summit provides panoramic views of Lake Geneva, the city of Geneva, the Jura Mountains, and the Mont Blanc massif. It is a central point for hiking and other outdoor activities.
Saint-Julien-En-Genevois offers mountain biking opportunities across its varied terrain. Electric mountain biking is also a popular way to explore the natural beauty of the area. Information on specific trails can be found in the MTB Trails around Saint-Julien-En-Genevois guide.
The region's network of paths, including sections of the Rhone Cycle Route and 'P'tites Routes du Soleil,' supports touring cycling. These routes cater to various levels of cyclists, offering scenic journeys through the countryside. Further details are available in the Cycling around Saint-Julien-En-Genevois guide.
Saint-Julien-En-Genevois features numerous green spaces and well-maintained trails suitable for jogging. The extensive hiking and cycling paths also serve as scenic routes for runners. Specific jogging routes are highlighted in the Running Trails around Saint-Julien-En-Genevois guide.
Komoot lists more than 2,100 routes for Saint-Julien-En-Genevois across various sports. These routes have received an average rating of 4.49 out of 5 stars from more than 200,000 visitors. The community has contributed over 16,000 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Saint-Julien-En-Genevois, covering various activities. These include guides for Road Cycling, Hiking, Touring Cycling, Running, and Mountain Biking. Additional guides focus on specific types of hikes like easy or waterfall hikes.
Yes, Saint-Julien-En-Genevois offers routes suitable for various experience levels, including easy options. For hiking, there are simple family walks and dedicated Easy hikes around Saint-Julien-En-Genevois. The region's diverse network of paths caters to beginners and those seeking less strenuous activities.
Key natural features include Mont Salève, offering extensive views, and the Rhône River and Valley, which provide opportunities for riverside activities. The region also features picturesque vineyards, rolling Savoy countryside, and views of the distant Jura Mountains and Lake Geneva. The natural reserve 'Etournel Marshes' is also present.
Yes, the region includes routes that feature waterfalls. An example is the Eilloux Waterfall Loop Trail, which winds through vineyards and offers views of the Rhône Valley. More options can be explored in the Waterfall hikes around Saint-Julien-En-Genevois guide.
The official tourism website for the Monts du Genevois, which includes Saint-Julien-En-Genevois, is montsdugenevois.com. The Tourist Office can be reached by phone at +33(0)4 50 95 07 10. The town hall's official website is https://www.st-julien-en-genevois.fr/.

