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Auvergne Rhône Alpes

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Mer de Glace from the Signal – View of the Mer de Glace loop from Montenvers - Mer de Glace

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Auvergne Rhône Alpes

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Mer de Glace from the Signal – View of the Mer de Glace loop from Montenvers - Mer de Glace

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Mer de Glace from the Signal – View of the Mer de Glace loop from Montenvers - Mer de Glace

04:04

10.2km

400m

Hiking

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 19, 2026

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Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 1.80 km for 149 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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292 m

Glaciers Café (Montenvers)

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The lights are more beautiful in the afternoon.

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2

435 m

Montenvers Trail

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A wonderful trail, very close to Montenvers.

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3

478 m

Grand Balcon Nord Trail

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This epic trail leaves from Montenvers-Mer de Glace station. It forms a superb track which alternates between rolling earth single tracks and technical passages in the middle of the scree. Some sections are quite narrow and require extra attention to foot placement. Enjoy it, the segment is exceptional and the view absolutely magnificent.

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1.84 km

Mer de Glace from the Signal

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Very beautiful view on the Mer de Glace, as well as on the valley of Chamonix. About 45 minutes from Montenvers station.

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1.95 km

Grand Balcon Nord

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route advises towards icy lake and splendid view from all sides

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6

4.37 km

Grand Balcon Nord Trail

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A classic trail in the Chamonix valley — worth adding to your list. The Balcon Nord connects the Plan de l'Aiguille to the Montenvers station. Breathtaking views of the valley, needles and glaciers in all directions!

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5.68 km

North Balcony

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One of the must-do hikes in Chamonix, with breathtaking views of the valley, the Mer de Glace, the Drus and the Grandes Jorasses.

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10.1 km

View of the Mer de Glace

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Here there is a hotel, a train station and a cable car. Excursion destination with a magnificent view of the glacier.

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10.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.71 km

272 m

122 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.71 km

272 m

122 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (2,200 m)

Lowest point (1,910 m)

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