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A marked and signposted loop trail with breathtaking views of the Mont Blanc massif! Enjoy an exceptional panorama with a plunging view of the Mer de Glace glacier and the Grandes Jorasses peaks.

📍 Departure: Flégère gondola lift (Chamonix), then Index chairlift
Duration: 45 min
Difficulty: Medium
Elevation gain: +250 m
Period: December to April (depending on weather conditions)

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Fancy an unforgettable walk in the heart of nature with a 360° panoramic view of the Mont Blanc massif?

From the arrival of the Prarion gondola, this loop offers breathtaking views of the Fiz, Aravis, and Val Montjoie mountains! A magical experience to share with family or friends. It can also be combined with the Petit Prarion loop.
 

📍Practical information:
Departure: Top of the Prarion gondola lift, Les Houches
Access: Round-trip ticket for the Prarion-Les Houches gondola lift
• Distance: 3.5 km
• Elevation change: +150m / -150m
• Duration: ~1 hour 30 minutes round trip
• Difficulty: Easy

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One of the most beautiful panoramic views over the Chamonix valley! Fancy a short but spectacular hike? This route is a real gem in winter on snowshoes.
I also recommend summer 🌞
🏔 From the top of the Vallorcine cable car (open until mid-April), the marked trail (fuchsia markers) guides you to the Aiguillette des Posettes.
Upon arrival?
An absolutely incredible 360° view over the entire valley… with Mont Blanc as a backdrop.

📍Practical information:
• Distance: 1.2 km
• Elevation gain: +300 m
• Maximum altitude: 2200 m
• Duration: ~1 hour 30 minutes round trip
• Difficulty: Medium

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A must-do hike in the Chamonix valley 🏔️
If you're looking for THE perfect hike, accessible and spectacular all year round… look no further 👇

Starting from Vallorcine, this magnificent loop takes you to the alpine chalets of Loriaz (2020 m), nestled in the heart of the Aiguilles Rouges massif.

📸 6th photo: preview of the hiking route (useful for visualizing the hike 😉)

Upon arrival?
A breathtaking panorama facing the Mont Blanc massif… a view you never tire of.

📍 Practical information:
• Elevation gain: +700 m
• Ascent: 2h15 to 2h30 (depending on snow conditions & difficulty level)
• Descent: ~1h30

Super bonus:
A delicious break at the Loriaz refuge (remember to check opening times) — the perfect reward after the effort. I highly recommend it!

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