Saint-Alban-De-Montbel, a region in the Savoie department of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, is characterized by its natural landscapes and the prominent Lake Aiguebelette. The area is situated within the "Savoyard Avant-Pays," featuring a mix of agricultural land, forests, and the surrounding Épine massif. This diverse terrain provides a setting for several outdoor activities like road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more.
Saint-Alban-De-Montbel offers more than 40 routes across several sports, including road cycling, hiking, mountain…
92
Routes
4.3
(273)
Average rating
3294
People visited

4.7
(31)
605
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.7
(9)
328
riders
42.9km
02:48
1,310m
1,310m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(5)
150
riders
73.2km
04:17
1,660m
1,660m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.8
(5)
103
riders
53.7km
03:25
1,450m
1,450m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.7
(25)
146
riders
45.2km
03:28
720m
720m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
(13)
96
riders
40.3km
03:41
870m
870m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.3
(8)
29
riders
31.0km
02:20
610m
610m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
(2)
26
riders
16.9km
01:22
340m
340m
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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169
runners
15.8km
01:39
140m
140m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

22
runners
7.98km
00:52
160m
160m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

27
runners
4.53km
00:28
20m
20m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
12
runners
9.00km
00:59
180m
180m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(15)
114
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
94
riders
78.9km
05:41
1,560m
1,560m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(21)
148
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(3)
50
riders
66.6km
04:59
1,540m
1,540m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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2.8
(4)
32
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.8
(4)
22
hikers
4.37km
01:11
70m
70m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

1.5
(2)
19
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(9)
37
hikers
11.3km
03:44
400m
400m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4.8
(6)
16
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(7)
21
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
18.2km
01:41
630m
630m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
5
riders
22.5km
01:35
400m
400m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Saint-Alban-De-Montbel offers a range of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features 47 routes across these sports. These routes have received an average rating of 4.43 out of 5 stars from more than 21,000 visitors.
Road cycling routes in Saint-Alban-De-Montbel often feature the scenic perimeter of Lake Aiguebelette. The area offers varied terrain, from easy lake loops to more challenging rides with significant elevation gains, such as those around Col du Banchet. For more details, refer to the Road Cycling Routes around Saint-Alban-De-Montbel guide.
Saint-Alban-De-Montbel provides numerous hiking opportunities. Hikers can explore Mont Grelle for views of Lake Aiguebelette or tranquil forest paths like those along the Grenant Stream. Other routes include "Sur les hauts du Lac d'Aiguebelette" and circuits such as "Le Chemin du Follaton, le Chemin des Bidons." More information is available in the Hiking around Saint-Alban-De-Montbel guide.
The natural landscape of Saint-Alban-De-Montbel, with its forests and hills, provides a setting for off-road cycling. The region offers trails suitable for various skill levels. For specific routes and further information, consult the MTB Trails around Saint-Alban-De-Montbel guide.
The primary natural attraction is Lake Aiguebelette, a large natural lake spanning 545 hectares (1,347 acres) dominated by the Épine massif. Other features include the Grenant Stream, which winds through a tranquil forest, and various viewpoints offering panoramic views of the lake and its islands, such as the Belvèdère de St-Alban-de-Montbel.
The perimeter of Lake Aiguebelette offers an easy, scenic ride suitable for families. The lake is known for its exceptionally soft water and features family-oriented sandy and grassy beaches. These routes provide views of the mountains and the lake itself.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including Road Cycling Routes around Saint-Alban-De-Montbel, Hiking around Saint-Alban-De-Montbel, MTB Trails around Saint-Alban-De-Montbel, Cycling around Saint-Alban-De-Montbel, Running Trails around Saint-Alban-De-Montbel, and Gravel biking around Saint-Alban-De-Montbel.
Saint-Alban-De-Montbel is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 21,000 visitors having recorded tours in the region. The 47 available routes have an average rating of 4.43 out of 5 stars, indicating a high level of satisfaction among users.
While specific multi-day touring cycling routes named for Saint-Alban-De-Montbel were not explicitly found, the broader Savoie Mont-Blanc region is suitable for touring cycling. It links lakes, valleys, and mountain ranges over several days, offering quiet roads and varied accommodations. The Cycling around Saint-Alban-De-Montbel guide provides further insights.
The official website for the Mairie (Town Hall) of Saint-Alban-De-Montbel is stalbandemontbel.fr. For direct contact, the phone number is +33479360214. This provides general information about the commune.
Yes, the area around Lake Aiguebelette offers easy and scenic road bike trails suitable for beginners. These routes typically follow the lake's perimeter, providing relatively flat terrain and pleasant views. More challenging options with elevation gain are also available for experienced cyclists.

