La Boerne Refuge – Lac Blanc Refuge

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Stage8: from the Refuge de la Boerne (Tré Le Champ) to the Refuge du Lac Blanc via the Aiguillettes d’Argentière.
Stop off at the refuge to admire the magnificent panoramic view of Mont Blanc.

⚠️ This route passes through the Aiguilles Rouges Nature Reserve. Please respect the regulations in force. See practical information.

This walk is part of a multi-day hike: Tour du Mont Blanc

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    Activity: Walking
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    Distance: 3.43 mi
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    Average duration: 4h 25 
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    Difficulty: Difficult
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    Back to start: No
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    Ascent: + 3,294 ft
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    Descent: - 33 ft
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    Highest point: 7,740 ft
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    Lowest point: 4,478 ft
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Tour of Mont Blanc day 8
Tour of Mont Blanc day 8
Tour of Mont Blanc day 8

Description of the walk

(S) From the refuge, head left to join the N506.
Cross the road and take the balcony path heading south-west.
Unique views of the French side of the Mont Blanc massif.
Head to the junction with the path leading to the Plagnolet woods.

(1) Keep to the right on theGR®® Tour du Mont Blanc trail, marked in red and white. Through the sparse woodland, pass the Aiguillette d’Argentière. Climb a wide chimney and a series of ledges equipped with ladders and handrails.

(2) Continue the ascent to the Tête aux Vents junction.
Magnificent views of Mont Blanc and the Mer de Glace.

(3) Pass a cairn and continue the climb, which takes you above the Cheserys lakes.

(4) Continue westwards to reach Lac Blanc (sections equipped with ladders) and the refuge of the same name (E).

Waypoints

  1. S : mi 0 - alt. 4,478 ft - Refuge de la Boerne
  2. 1 : mi 1.41 - alt. 5,577 ft - Plagnolet Wood crossroads
  3. 2 : mi 2.05 - alt. 6,463 ft - Echelles
  4. 3 : mi 2.41 - alt. 6,955 ft - Tête aux Vents
  5. 4 : mi 2.75 - alt. 7,149 ft - Lac des Chéserys
  6. E : mi 3.43 - alt. 7,740 ft - Chalet du Lac Blanc

Notes

Refuge du Lac Blanc (2,352m) with breathtaking views of Mont Blanc
CHAMONIX (France)
Tel (season): +33450534914
Capacity: 40 people

Booking is essential as it is often fully booked.
In the morning, you may be able to see the reflection of Mont Blanc in the lake (just like on postcards) and spot ibex once the tourists have left.

  • Book your bivouac here.

This route passes through a protected area, which may be subject to special regulations:

Always be cautious and plan ahead when you're outdoors. Visorando and the author of this route cannot be held responsible for any accidents occurring on this route.

The GR® and PR® markings are the intellectual property of the Fédération Française de Randonnée Pédestre.

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