321 m 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
Paradis des Praz
Brévent/Flégère
Chamonix
A very short easy walk to a lovely stream, playground and lunch spot for kids
Hiking Easy
- Distance
- 556 m
- Ascent
- 11 m
- Descent
- 4 m
- Duration
- 0-1 hrs
- Low Point
- 1.1 km
- High Point
- 1.1 km
- Gradient
- 5˚
Perhaps THE classic Chamonix destination for kids in the summer.
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Description
A very short walk along an easy, wide forest path (suitable for push chairs) takes you to the Paradis des Praz a small clearing with picnic benches and plenty for kids to do.
There is a playground, a shallow stream to play in, donkey rides, goats, a cafe (cash only) and plenty more in the forest to explore.
There are plenty of options to extend the walk along the flat or up in to the forest for the more energetic.
Difficulty
Easy
Walking along a well-kept trail that’s mostly flat. No obstacles are present.
Best time to visit
Features
- Picturesque
- Dog friendly
- Family friendly
Similar routes nearby
1.8 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
1.8 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
Les Bois
The easiest hike in Chamonix.
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 5.6 km
- Ascent
- 56 m
- Descent
- 56 m
2.1 km away
Petit Balcon Loop
A classic loop around the Chamonix Valley.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 21 km
- Ascent
- 702 m
- Descent
- 702 m
2.5 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
2.7 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
2.9 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
4.1 km away
Tour du Mont Blanc
Circumnavigate the iconic Mont Blanc massif on this epic multi-day route.
Severe Hiking
- Distance
- 172 km
- Ascent
- 11 km
- Descent
- 11 km
4.1 km away
Tour du Mont Blanc: Brévent to Merlet
Day 1: A gentle downhill day on the sun-kissed south-facing slopes of the Brévent peak.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 5 km
- Ascent
- 7 m
- Descent
- 998 m
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Guidebooks in this area
6 routes · Hiking
6 Iconic Week-Long Backpacking Routes
14 routes · Hiking
Hike the World-Renowned Tour du Mont Blanc Route
12 routes · Hiking
Let Chamonix Blow Your Mind with These Must-Do Hikes
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