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Mer de Glace via Grand Balcon Nord

Mer de Glace via Grand Balcon Nord

Hard

France > Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes > Haute-Savoie

World-class trail

Length

13km

Duration

7h30min

Elev gain

1412m


Here is a one-way hike, from Chamonix to the Mer de Glace via the Grand Balcon Nord. A must-see in the area, both superb and busy with tourists.

For the way back: remember to check the timetable for the Montenvers cog railway, which takes you to Chamonix from the Mer de Glace.


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Map and elevation

Elevation

12.9km 1025m

Uphill

1412m

Highest point

2210m

Downhill

528m

Lowest point

1025m

Route type

One way

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