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Wild adventure in the heart of nature Bauges Massif

Tracking animals in the Bauges

Would you like to be an explorer and discover the wildlife of the Massif des Bauges? Keep your eyes peeled, sharpen your observation skills and let the footprints left on the trails be your guide!

An unspoilt area,
a refuge
for wildlife

Classified as a Regional Nature Park and recognised as a UNESCO World Geopark, the Massif des Bauges is an immense refuge for wildlife. In these unspoilt landscapes, leaping chamois, discreet mouflons and majestic stags share the land with the northern lynx, ghost of the forests, and the golden eagle, lord of the heights.
Their signs of presence – light footprints in the snow, scratched bark or well-concealed droppings – are all clues to a world that never fully reveals itself.

The art of observation: becoming an invisible guest

  • Walk like a shadow: move slowly, silently, so as not to betray your presence,
  • Open up your senses: a cry, a rustle of leaves, a flutter of wings are enough to tell a story,
  • Binoculars at hand: they offer the privilege of approaching without disturbing,
  • Favour dawn and dusk: the magical moments when wildlife comes to life.

Accompanied outings,
between confidences and discoveries

Want to unravel the mysteries of the wild? Follow in the footsteps of passionate guides who know the mountains like the back of their hand. They’ll teach you how to decipher the discreet signs left by its inhabitants: footprints in the powder, forgotten feathers, furtive tracks in the mountain pastures.
In winter, with snowshoes on the immaculate white ground, or in summer, on immersive hikes, every outing becomes a sensory adventure, an encounter with the invisible…

Wild Bauges :
observe, respect, protect

Where can you follow in the footsteps of animals?

A commitment to protecting nature

When you come to the Massif des Bauges, you are entering a fragile territory.
Respect the paths, leave no trace of your passage and keep a safe distance from the animals. Together, let’s preserve this natural jewel for future generations.

Farmhouse flavours of the Bauges

Looking for a real treat that will awaken your senses and your curiosity?
In the generous heart of the Massif des Bauges, meet the people who keep Savoie’s farming traditions alive. Here, the skills of yesteryear nourish the flavours of today. Between peaceful animals, mature cheeses and authentic products, the experience is not only gourmet, but also deeply human.

Immersed in the rhythm of the mountains

Cows, goats, sheep… Every day, at the turn of a path or a village, you’ll discover farms on a human scale. The farmers and producers welcome you with simplicity and passion. They’ll share their know-how, explain the different stages of production and invite you to observe, touch and taste.

The more curious can even witness key moments in everyday farming life: milking, cheese moulding, or the traditional production of butter or tome cheese. Others may prefer to wander around an educational area or simply enjoy a tasting of raw-milk cheeses in front of the summits.

A committed and tasty experience

Taking part in these tours is more than just a tasty pleasure: it’s a concrete way of supporting short distribution channels, meeting local players and gaining a better understanding of the richness of a living heritage. You’ll leave with your arms full of local produce, and your heart full of sincere memories.

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