136 m away
Tête Rousse Hut
A challenging loop showcasing the diversity of the Mont Blanc mountain range.
Severe Hiking
- Distance
- 23 km
- Ascent
- 2.2 km
- Descent
- 2.2 km
TMB. Chamonix Circle route
Chamonix
Le Tourchet
Unique tour in the world
Hiking Moderate
- Distance
- 149 km
- Ascent
- 12 km
- Descent
- 12 km
- Duration
- 1 day +
- Low Point
- 977 m
- High Point
- 2.5 km
- Gradient
- 22˚
This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's remote, it features medium exposure and is typically done between June and September. From a low point of 977 m to the maximum altitude of 2.5 km, the route covers 149 km, 11767 vertical metres of ascent and 11733 vertical metres of descent.
Description
This is one of the most famous hikes on the Alps
Difficulty
Moderate
Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be present.
Medium Exposure
The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.
Remoteness
Away from help but easily accessed.
Best time to visit
Similar routes nearby
913 m away
Christ-Roi
Easy hike to the statue du Christ-Roi.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 2.4 km
- Ascent
- 197 m
- Descent
- 197 m
2 km away
Aiguillette des Houches
A pleasant hike with views of the Mont Blanc Massif
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 9.2 km
- Ascent
- 880 m
- Descent
- 880 m
2.3 km away
Tour du Mont Blanc: Bellevue to Contamines Mont Joie
Day 2: An excellent day taking in a huge variety of views, from alpine meadows to hanging glaciers and rocky ridges.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 11 km
- Ascent
- 640 m
- Descent
- 1.3 km
2.8 km away
Tour du Mont Blanc: Merlet to Bellevue
While one of the less interesting sections of the TMB, this stretch still offers a few hidden trail gems.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 13 km
- Ascent
- 1 km
- Descent
- 723 m
4 km away
La Jonction
A famous hike which was the starting point for Jacques Balmat and Michel Paccard when they made the first ascent of Mont Blanc in 1786.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 12 km
- Ascent
- 1.3 km
- Descent
- 1.3 km
5.7 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
5.7 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
6.6 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
6.9 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
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