1.6 km away
Lac Blanc from La Flegere
Hike to Lac Blanc from La Flegere on one of Chamonix's most famous hikes!
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 6.6 km
- Ascent
- 566 m
- Descent
- 566 m
Lavancher to Chapeau Refuge and Mer de Glace Viewpoint
Chamonix
A short, easy and pleasant walk through the forest to a charming refuge and viewpoint over the Mer de Glace glacier.
Hiking Easy
- Distance
- 1.8 km
- Ascent
- 327 m
- Descent
- 0 m
- Duration
- 0-1 hrs
- Low Point
- 1.2 km
- High Point
- 1.6 km
- Gradient
- 12˚
A lovely short walk through the forest from the charming hamlet of Lavancher to a viewpoint over the Mer de Glace - with the highlight most definitely the charming Refuge du Chapeau which serves simple but delicious fare all day long.
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Description
For those looking for something a bit longer or more challenging you could start the walk from Chamonix through the Bois de Bouchet or finish up and over to the 'Lavancher Bowl' from the refuge.
The walk suitable for all ages, though not for pushchairs.
Difficulty
Easy
Walking along a well-kept trail that’s mostly flat. No obstacles are present.
Remoteness
Away from help but easily accessed.
Features
- Picturesque
- Dog friendly
- Wild flowers
- Water features
- Family friendly
- Forestry or heavy vegetation
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1.6 km away
Tour du Mont Blanc: Flégère to Brévent
A stunning segment of the TMB following the Grand Balcon Sud trail.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 7.7 km
- Ascent
- 791 m
- Descent
- 178 m
1.9 km away
Petit Balcon Sud Loop
A short loop on one of the best sections of the Petit Balcon Sud trail.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 7.7 km
- Ascent
- 235 m
- Descent
- 235 m
2.6 km away
Grotte de Glace
A must-do visit to an ice cave carved in the Mer de Glace glacier.
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 2.2 km
- Ascent
- 225 m
- Descent
- 225 m
3.4 km away
Les Bois
The easiest hike in Chamonix.
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 5.6 km
- Ascent
- 56 m
- Descent
- 56 m
3.7 km away
Petit Balcon Loop
A classic loop around the Chamonix Valley.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 21 km
- Ascent
- 702 m
- Descent
- 702 m
3.7 km away
Argentière - Lac des Chéserys - Lac Blanc - La Flégère
A tough hike which starts in forests and then brings you out into spectacular, open mountainous terrain.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 9 km
- Ascent
- 1.2 km
- Descent
- 533 m
4.1 km away
Buvette de la Floria
A short and pleasant hike up to a picturesque little mountain hut.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 8.5 km
- Ascent
- 364 m
- Descent
- 364 m
4.5 km away
Lac Cornu from Planpraz
Escape the crowds at Lac Blanc by hiking to Lac Cornu instead.
Severe Hiking
- Distance
- 7.5 km
- Ascent
- 538 m
- Descent
- 538 m
5.1 km away
Lac Blanc from Col des Montets
Hike to Lac Blanc from Col des Montets on one of Chamonix's most famous hikes!
Severe Hiking
- Distance
- 9.7 km
- Ascent
- 995 m
- Descent
- 995 m
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Guidebooks in this area
14 routes · Hiking
Hike the World-Renowned Tour du Mont Blanc Route
5 routes · Hiking
Selected Hikes with the Best Views of Mont Blanc
12 routes · Hiking
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