Hike to Croix du Nivolet
The Croix du Nivolet is a giant christian cross (22 meters high) at the summit of the Dent du Nivolet, in the Bauges Massif. Its size and location make it highly visible from Chambéry and the surrounding towns. It offers a great view on the valley below, as well as the Lac du Bourget. The path to get there is pretty easy (although sometimes muddy) and is therefore very popular. This itinerary was the inspiration for the path I followed.
Here is a map of the path I walked (download KML):
I arrived at Aix-les-Bains from Annecy by train. I then took a summer shuttle to La Féclaz, a ski station in the mountains close to the starting point of the hike. The shuttle allowed bikes on board so I took mine with me and biked to the start of the trail proper near the Chalet du Sire. When I reached the cross, there was a great view as expected but it got covered with clouds very soon after. I went back using the same path.
Above, Chalet du Sire.
Above, view of the cross from afar.
Above, Lac du Bourget.
Above, the Croix du Nivolet.
Above, view from the summit.
Above, the center of Chambéry.
Above, cricket.
Above, soon after I arrived at the summit, clouds formed.
Above, Brocken Spectre.
Above, Dent du Chat.
Above, on the way down.
Above, Lac du Bourget.
Above, in La Féclaz.
