Excursion 03

Sunday, 18 May 2003

Dear colleagues,

This weekend, weatherwise, is doubtful! however I make my proposal still under the aim of getting in shape for summer outings. I propose a very easy and medium altitude although lengthy excursion. It is close to the Grand Bornand. However I advise that you do not make plans for the early evening! Here is my proposal:


Date: Sunday, 18 May 2003
Site: Mont Lachat de Chatillon (2050 m)
Classification: Very easy but lengthy
Altitude: 2050 m (highest point)
Climbing up distance: 699 m
Climbing time: 3h
Total hiking time: 4h30
Starting point: Parking de La Liaz - (1351m)
Meeting point: CERN cafeteria at 9 am
Remarks: Views over the Aravis and the Mont Blanc
Access: Autoroute Blanc. At the hight of Bonneville get out and take road to La Clusaz / Le Grand Bornand. Once in the center of Le Grand Bornand leave route D224 that would continue forming a very sharp angle to the left and continue straigt in direction to le Terret. Continue passing by Nant Robert and la Liaz. The parking is 500 m after la Liaz. Driving time from CERN: 1h30.

Click to see the excursion map.
Click here to see a txt file with the way points of the path. .


In the URL http://excursiones.salicio.net you can find information on the outings.

It is convenient to emphasize some useful items: please do not forget to carry on (wear) raincoat, hat/cap and sun glasses, warm gloves, hiking boots or sport-footwear with thick and non-slipping sole, enough food and drinks for the own consumption. Spear dry clothes and after excursion confortable shoes are very convenient.

Have a lovely weekend! Cheers! Jose.