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Grand Balcon Nord: Bellevue to Prarion

A mid-altitude walk along the northern slopes of the valley. The start
and end points can be reached using the ski lifts. Our description covers the nicest way to enjoy this route (with the best views and ease of climb).

Sport Grand Balcon Nord: Bellevue to Prarion Les Houches

About

Departing from Les Houches (74310)
Average length : 02h00
Total elevation gain : 210m
Vertical drop : 151m
Distance : 3.3km
Signed walking trail
Animals allowed

Get off the chairlift and head down on the left below the former Hotel de
Bellevue. Views over the Bionnassay and Gouter peaks. Continue alongside the Mont-Blanc tram tracks. Down on the right is an Alpine pasture still used
for grazing. Join the Col de Voza (1,653 m). Follow the path on the right leading
up to Hotel du Prarion and the LHSG cable car station (1,853 m).

You can also start from Les Houches.

More information at the Tourist Office, the High Mountain Office, and in our hiking guide.
Careful: path conditions may change - remember to check the latest information before setting off.

Itinerary
Total elevation gain : 210m
Altitude max : 1853m
Vertical drop : 151m

Further informations

Ground

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    Prices

    Free of charge. Return ticket to buy if you use lift. you can come down by Prarion lift if you have a return ticket for Bellevue.

    Reception

    Animals allowed
    Not adapted to strollers

    Period of practice

    From 18/06 to 18/09.
    According to lifts opening.

    Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

    Services
    • Pets welcome
    • Accessible via ski lift
    Equipments
    • Covered picnic area
    • Orientation board

    Access

    Gare d'arrivée du téléphérique de Bellevue 74310 Les Houches
    Departing from : Les Houches (74310)
    Latitude : 45.873786 - Longitude : 6.779165

    Closest bus stop : Bellevue
    Closest train stop : Viaduc Sainte-Marie train stop
    Closest parking : Bellevue / Nant-Jorland car-parks

    Information update on 22/04/2024 by Office de Tourisme de la Vallée de Chamonix-Mont-Blanc