71 m 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
Ladders. Glaciers. Granite. Wild. An unforgettable journey back in time to a tiny refuge which despite only 8 places is still guarded.
Hiking Difficult
A wonderful, wild hike away from the crowds to a very old, very small refuge. The views are amazing and the whole experience is unforgettable. There is no mountaineering on the route but getting down from the Montenvers train and up from the glacier are long metal ladders so a head for heights is needed. Note that the access from the Mer de Glace has changed - more information can be found here: https://www.chamoniarde.com/images/files/Acc%C3%A8s-Charpoua-2016.pdf.
Difficult
Hiking trails where obstacles such as rocks or roots are prevalent. Some obstacles can require care to step over or around. At times, the trail can be worn and eroded. The grade of the trail is generally quite steep, and can often lead to strenuous hiking.
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