8.6km
Total Distance
789m
Elevation Gain

Trail description

An 8.6 km section of the Grand Balcon Sud from Planpraz past La Flegere to La Charlanon, a balcony path on the Aiguilles Rouges side of the Chamonix valley at about 1,735 to 2,100 m, facing the Mont Blanc massif. It climbs about 790 m in total with its ups and downs. La Flegere is served by a lift from the valley, with a refuge beside its upper station.

Route Map

Along the trail

  1. 1
    Spring · 4.7km
    springs can run dry
  2. 2
    La Flégère · 7.2km
    Mountain hut
Path grade (SAC)
T2
Surface
natural ground 50%, gravel 50%

Difficulty

3/5 · Moderate