Natural Monuments
FranceAuvergne Rhône AlpesBonnevilleChamonix-Mont-BlancView of the Mer de Glace
Natural Monuments
FranceAuvergne Rhône AlpesBonnevilleChamonix-Mont-BlancView of the Mer de Glace
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View of the Mer de Glace
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Location: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Bonneville, Auvergne Rhône Alpes, France
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September 19, 2023
Hiking
•September 25, 2022
Hiking
November 2, 2022
Hiking
Departure by train from Chamonix to Montenvers station at 1913m.
Descent by footpath then the 580 steps to the cave.
To get to the glacier, crampons and glacier safety equipment recommended.
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Elevation 1,890 m
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Location: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Bonneville, Auvergne Rhône Alpes, France