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Refuge de la Balme

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Refuge de la Balme

Recommended by 7 mountain bikers

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Réserve naturelle des Contamines-Montjoie

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    1. Col de la Gittaz and Bonhomme loop - Contamines-Montjoie nature reserve

    45.3km

    06:34

    2,470m

    2,470m

    Expert 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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    Expert 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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    Expert 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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    September 26, 2023

    to marvel at the indescribably beautiful mountain range

    Translated by Google •

      September 3, 2023

      The Balme refuge is a mountain refuge in France located in Haute-Savoie, in the commune of Contamines-Montjoie, in the Montjoie valley, at the foot of the Pennaz needles and the head of the Cicle. It is located on the path leading to the Col du Bonhomme and is part of the GR 5, the Tour du Mont-Blanc and the GRP Tour du Pays du Mont-Blanc.

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        September 29, 2023

        High altitude refuge on the Mont Blanc tour route

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          Elevation 1,690 m

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          Location: Les Contamines-Montjoie, Bonneville, Auvergne Rhône Alpes, France

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