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The Granite Path
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Description
This thematic trail allows you to discover the sector of the "Tailleurs de Pierre". Most of the brackets, window frames, stair treads, paving stones that you can see while walking in the streets of Chamonix come from this quarry.
From the village of Les Bois, pass in front of the Biathlon shooting range, cross the Arveyron and head towards the Norway sector. Follow the markings of the thematic trail.
More information available at the Tourist Office or the High Mountain Office and in our trail guide.
Warning: Trail conditions are subject to change, so please check before you leave.
Technical Information
Altimetric profile
Starting point
Date and time
- From 10/04/2026 to 17/11/2026
Additional information
Updated by
Office de Tourisme de la Vallée de Chamonix-Mont-Blanc - 02/10/2025
www.chamonix.com
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Environments
Mountain location
Tips
Along this unusual walk, you'll discover themed panels on geology, human know-how, equipment...
Open period
From 10/04 to 17/11.
Subject to snow conditions.
Contact
Phone : 04 50 53 00 24
Email : info@chamonix.com
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/ChamonixMontBlanc/
Twitter : https://twitter.com/chamonix_france
Type of land
Rock
Stone
Ground
Not suitable for strollers
Animals
Yes
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