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Croix de Fer from Le Châtelard
07:55
15.9km
1,300m
Hiking
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: August 13, 2024
Tips
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 8.95 km for 964 m
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
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6.84 km
Tête de Balme Summit
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7.55 km
Refuge du Col de Balme
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7.55 km
Col de Balme: mountain hut and view of the Mont Blanc Massif
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The gently sloping meadow valley offers a magnificent view of the Mont Blanc massif and the glaciers that tower above it on the opposite side of the valley. …
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9.30 km
Croix de Fer Summit
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15.9 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
9.93 km
4.53 km
942 m
438 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
13.7 km
1.16 km
666 m
300 m
< 100 m
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