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Click here to see a txt file with the way points of the path. .
This excursion was organized outside the scope of the normal excursions. As it was at the very begining of the session it had the charm of being very quiet and peaceful though forcely hard. Weather conditions were reasonable with mild raining at the begining. Warm clothes were very appreciated. This was the proposal:
| Date: | Sunday, 21 May 2006 |
| Site: | Above Chalets of Chailloux (2068 m) |
| Classification: | Easy |
| Altitude: | 2068 m. (highest point) |
| Climbing up distance: | 716 m |
| Climbing time: | 2h30 |
| Total hiking time: | 4h30 |
| Starting point: | Le Bettey - La Flatiere (1352 m) |
| Meeting point: | Les Houses at 8h45 |
| Remarks: | Views over the Montblanc chain |
| Access: | From Geneva take the motorway to Chamonix. Five km before Chamonix come out of the motorway following the indication to Les Houches. Once in Les Houches follow the indications to the train station and once in the station, take the road to the right following the signs to "Parc de Merlet". This road pass by a zone called Le Coupeau. There, do not follow any longer the signs but take the road which goes sharply to the left passing by La Cretaz, Le Bettey and La Flatiere. Stop and park there. The trip from CERN to Le Bettey could take 1 h 30 m. |
Click to see the excursion map.
Click here to see a txt file with the way points of the path. .
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.
Weather conditions did allow an enjoyable excursion! Cheers! Jose.