During August and other holiday weekends, try to be there well before 9 am to avoid queuing.If you get to Plan-Praz in good time, it is worth taking the Brévent gondola to the top station. The path crosses over a few babbling streams; waterproof hiking shoes come in handy here, but aren't completely necessary. This is a spectacular hike thanks to the presence of Western Europe’s highest mountain: Mont Blanc. ARGENTIERE OFFICE OPEN ON SEASON FROM 17h to 19h Phone : + 00 (33) 771 175 403 24 Route du Village 74400 ARGENTIERE - FRANCE. We love It’s always good to start early, but for this particular walk it can be really vital. On rejoint à mi-parcours la combe de Charlanon (1820m) où des sources jaillissent à proximité d’un petit chalet en ruine.Ignorez le sentier à gauche qui monte vers le lac Cornu et à droite celui qui redescend vers Chamonix, et poursuivez le Grand Balcon Sud. We watched paragliders prepare and take off. A totally different view from that of the "du Midi" but in someways equally as beautiful. This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLCReview tags are currently only available for English language reviews.This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLCThis review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLCThis review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLCThis review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLCThis review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC(About Lac Blanc): You have to hike up there we took one lift and hiked the rest of it. Buy a multiple day pass and be sure to take this car to the top. Actually, we’d almost say this is a must-do. Hiking the Grand Balcon Sud means you are in the sun all day, and it can get very hot.In early season snow can linger in some areas. had to wait in line in one part The views of Mont Blanc were spectacular. While there is free parking at the Flégère lift and paid parking at Brevent, it’s generally easier to use public transport for this walk.As you exit the cable car, you’ll see a sign in front of you pointing the way to the various paths. Cependant, pour ceux qui ne connaissent pas Chamonix, je vous conseille le sens proposé car vous pourrez prendre avant d’entamer la ballade le téléphérique du Brévent (de préférence le matin avant l’arrivée des nuages d’altitude) en sortie de la gare intermédiaire de Planpraz. Great views along the way although it was cloudy so we didn't get to see Mont Blanc. Lots of wildflowers too. One joins the Charlanon valley (1,820 m) halfway where a spring flows near a small cottage in ruins. We love the Grand Balcon Sud hike. SO the moral of this story is be prepared and be aware that the walking time estimates are perhaps a little inaccurate!This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of This site uses cookies to improve your experience, to enhance site security and to show you personalised advertising.

The outing takes places in a magical setting in the heart of the Mont Blanc Massif and goes from the Mer de Glace to the base of the Aiguille du Midi by following the route of the Balcon Nord. Elle pourra être l'occasion de décourvrir l'aiguille du midi, la mer de glace et le train du Montenvers Accès. Chamonix, Montenvers, Balcon Nord, and Lac Bleu During a stay in Haute-Savoie, an excursion to the Balcon Nord is undoubtedly the one that will leave the most unforgettable memories. We watched climbers practicing self arrest with ice axes, and we saw the incredible beauty of the mountain.Excellent views on the Mont Blanc and the Mer de Glace from La Flégère. Easy unsubscribe links are provided in every email. Gagner l’office du tourisme puis le parking du Brévent par la montée de la route de la Mollard.Cette traversée Grand Balcon Sud peut être réalisée dans un sens ou dans l’autre.