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Discover the wonders of Chamonix with Les Chalets de Philippe

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Welcome to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, in Haute-Savoie, nestled in the beautiful Rhône-Alpes region. Les Chalets de Philippe is the perfect starting point to explore a myriad of local activities and attractions. Hike through breathtaking landscapes, from the iconic Mont Blanc to lush alpine valleys. In winter, enjoy world-class skiing with slopes suitable for all levels, and in summer, delve into activit...See more

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Hike along the Petit Balcon Sud: Les Tines-Les Bossons
665 m

Hike along the Petit Balcon Sud: Les Tines-Les Bossons

This path goes through the Chamonix valley, taking you to Servoz from Argentière. All along, there are wonderful views over the Valley and the Mont Blanc Massif. From the Corruaz bridge, follow the Chemin du Paradis for 500 m on the right bank of the Arve. In front of the next bridge, Pont de la Forge, the Petit Balcon goes up to the right in the undergrowth. Cross under the Rochers du Raffort, then under the Flégère cable car in the large corridor of Les Lanchers (Flégère trail and track). Enter again the forest interrupted by the corridors of La Floria and Le Châble. Cut the paths going to the Floria and the Charlanon. Cross the couloir des Nants and the penstock of the electric plant. The path goes on, always at the same altitude and at a pleasant pace, sometimes in the forest, sometimes in clearings. It crosses the forest track shortly after the couloir des Plans, then joins the Planpraz trail: follow it for 150 m downhill and abandon it to go right horizontally. Cross under the Planpraz gondola and cut the path of the Petits Lacets de Planpraz to arrive in the big Couloir du Brévent. In the forest, at the fork in the road, leave the path on the right going up to Bel-Lachat. Continue flat above the Lakes and the Rochers des Gaillands by the Merlet path called "Sentier Henri VALLOT" (1853-1922), cartographer of Mont-Blanc (plaque on rock). Cross the Gaillands couloir, then a sparse wood. Go down to avoid a landslide, leave the path leading down to the Gaillands on the left and cross to reach the Ravin des Vouilouds (torrent). At this point, a path goes down to the left to join the Bossons. Note. On the right the Petit Balcon Sud goes up to Merlet. More information available at the Tourist Office or the High Mountain Office and in our trail guide. Caution: Trail conditions are subject to change, so be sure to check before you leave.

3 h
9.9 km
Easy
chemin du Martinet Les Tines 74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
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Session raft
4.1 km

Session raft

Based in Chamonix for 30 years, SESSIONRAFT is the historical specialist of the valley for white water sports. Located at the foot of the Montenvers, our base with changing rooms and toilets is close to the Chamonix leisure park, Session Raft offers you an unforgettable high quality experience in Chamonix. Visit the valley in a different way! For young and old alike. With its two possible departures, everyone will have a smile on their face and memories in their head... Rafting : Accompanied by your guide, you will combine the joys of rafting with the discovery of the Chamonix valley. Privileged point of view on the most prestigious summits, the rafting SPORTS, LEISURE or ADVENTURE in Cham is the spot of your vacations. Hydrospeed : For good swimmers and sportsmen, the Arve in Chamonix is a course well adapted to the practice of hydrospeed. Well equipped, you will have to negotiate the water movements to follow the guide, play in the rollers and surf the waves. Italy session : Class IV river Rafting : A very sporty course, from 16 years old on one of the most beautiful rivers in Europe. Hang on, it will swing! Equipment provided: Wetsuit, jacket, neoprene shoes, vest, helmet, gloves, fins, .... Equipment to bring : bathing suit and towel, goggles attachment. Facilities on site : Snack bar - Toilets - Shower - Luggage storage Session Raft proposes for the young people of the training courses Teenagers and training course PACKRAFT Every week during the summer, 5 days 5 activities... at a reduced rate for the local youth.

73 imp de l'Enclume 74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
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Aiguilles Rouges nature reserve
5.6 km

Aiguilles Rouges nature reserve

The Aiguilles Rouges Nature Reserve is a remarkable protected area. Its natural environments range from spruce and larch forests, alpine moors and grasslands dotted with lakes and ponds, to the mineral landscapes of the heights. The Aiguilles Rouges Nature Reserve was created in 1974. Faced with the boom in tourist development in the Chamonix valley in the 1970s, a number of people (including J. Eyheralde) who were sensitive to environmental issues worked towards its creation. Its name comes from the rock that forms its relief: gneiss, which takes on reddish hues under the effect of iron oxidation. The natural wealth of the Nature Reserve can be seen in its altitudinal layering: at each level, the natural environments adapt to the sometimes extreme conditions. From the very first slopes, the spruce and larch forests are home to woodpeckers, owls and saproxylic insects, which feed on the dead wood. A little higher up, the forest becomes less dense, and the rhododendron and bilberry moors become the favorite terrain of the black grouse. Higher still, the landscape is a mosaic of environments: alpine spikenard meadows, blueberry and juniper heaths, rocks polished by the glaciers of yesteryear, ponds and peat bogs, all intermingle. The Alpine ibex, the rock ptarmigan, dragonflies such as the Cordulie alpestre and the Tarier des prés find here everything they need to live and reproduce. As you climb towards the summits, the landscape becomes more mineral: moraines, scree, rock faces, lakes and glaciers follow one another. Fauna is scarce, but life survives. Androsaces, small cushion plants perfectly adapted to extreme conditions, dot the walls with touches of color. Regulations : - Dogs forbidden - Garbage prohibited - Fire prohibited - Flower picking prohibited - Overflight prohibited - Camping prohibited, reservation required for bivouacs - Swimming prohibited in Lac Blancs and Lac Chéserys - All sound equipment prohibited - Inscriptions on rocks, markings and signs prohibited - All advertising referring to the nature reserve is prohibited - Work prohibited, including the installation of new climbing routes - Hunting prohibited - Gatherings and events subject to authorization

74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
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Caution!
We have no information on the difficulty of this circuit. You may encounter some surprises along the way. Before you go, please feel free to inquire more and take all necessary precautions. Have a good trip! 🌳🥾