2. 2009

Mt Blanc in July.

In summer I enrolled in a five day mountaineering course, aimed at climbing Mt Blanc - Europe's highest mountain at 4,807m - via the 3 Monts route. Whilst significantly more vertical than the standard Gouter track, this route is considered more aesthetic. I discovered that in the mountains, this can also mean 'terrifying.' Don't miss the published story of this adventure!
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    After that, it was time for some relaxed hiking around the Chamonix valley, in very comfortable running shoes! The first day I hiked the North side of the valley from the top of the Flegere to Planpraz lifts. Beautiful trails were abundant, leading to mysterious lakes over the top of peaks, and to distant huts.
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    Given the excellent weather the paragliders were out in force. It was rush hour at the top of the Planpraz lift.