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Lavancher to Chapeau Refuge and Mer de Glace Viewpoint

Hiking Trail

Hard
1.11 mi
1,095 ft
A short, easy and pleasant walk through the forest to a charming refuge and viewpoint over the Mer de Glace glacier.

A lovely short walk through the forest from the charming hamlet of Lavancher to a viewpoint over the Mer de Glace - with the highlight most definitely the charming Refuge du Chapeau which serves simple but delicious fare all day long.

For those looking for something a bit longer or more challenging you could start the walk from Chamonix through the Bois de Bouchet or finish up and over to the 'Lavancher Bowl' from the refuge.

The walk suitable for all ages, though not for pushchairs. Written by FATMAP Official
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Route and Elevation

Segments

NameDistanceElev. Diff.Avg. Grade
Le Lavancher > Chalet du Chapeau1.08 mi1,056 ft18.1%
Voie Communale N°1 Climb0.77 mi991 ft24.2%
Montée Lavancher vers Chapeau 2021 après éboulis0.93 mi873 ft17.8%
Chapeau vers Point de Vue0.26 mi131 ft4.9%