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Merlet Descent (Petit Balcon Sud in Chamonix)

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Merlet Descent (Petit Balcon Sud in Chamonix)

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  • Location: Les Houches, Bonneville, Auvergne Rhône Alpes, France

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    August 22, 2023

    Mountain biking

    The descent of Merlet from Petit Balcon is a classic Chamonix singletrack route, descending from the slopes above Les Pèlerins, through tight tree-lined switchbacks, back down to the valley.

    The trail is steep, steep and technical. It features passages with rocky descents, sections covered in roots, as well as a significant level of exposure and commitment in certain places, with crucial difficult parts. This trail is intended for experienced riders, adequately equipped and with solid experience. The rewards of this trail are immense, both fluid and technical, with incredible views of the Bossons glacier and the Mont Blanc massif.
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    Chamonix to Les Houches MTB Trail

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    This difficult 7.9-mile mountain bike trail from Chamonix to Les Houches offers technical riding and stunning Mont Blanc views.

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    Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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    Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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    Distance 3.04 km

    Uphill 10 m

    Downhill 450 m

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    Location: Les Houches, Bonneville, Auvergne Rhône Alpes, France

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