トレントの峠・トップ20

trail 24 to the Fiorio bivouac

From Martigny, the gradient is very steady, between 7 and 8.5%. If you ride on the outside of the road (downhill), it's quite scary, high above the vineyards below... And there's only one low guardrail. I was overtaken several times at very close range.

The gradient from Martigny is relatively steady, between 7-8.5%. With the stunning mountain scenery in view, the nearly 1,000 meters of elevation gain are quickly conquered 😎

On Mont Buet you are directly opposite Mont Blanc and have a good view of it. From the Refuge de la Pierre a Berard it takes about 3 hours to reach the summit

A pass that will live forever in the shadow of its big brother just around the corner, however, it is a fantastic place to visit and much quieter than the Grand Col Ferret, as it is not part of the popular Tour du Mont-Blanc . Many trails lead to this point, allowing for all sorts of trails and versatility - all of these trails are multi-use hiking trails, so be sure to consider other people during your stroll. This pass is also perched on the Swiss/Italian border, with great views and great routes on both sides.

Smaller and less busy than its neighbouring Grand Col Ferret, the Petit Col Ferret offers some great views into both Italy and Switzerland, as well as the sea of mountains within both of them. The trails leading to and from this col are perfect trail running terrain, as well as being slightly quieter than the nearby trails which are used by the popular Tour of Mont Blanc and UTMB.

Mont Buet is a huge mountain, nestled on the remote Swiss side of the Chamonix valley. The mountain itself is an expanse of rock, with steep walls or open scree slopes. The summit itself is a fantastic and ambitious goal for any aspiring mountain runner, as the ascent can be done with little technical difficulty. It is still very much a mountain, and necessary precautions must be taken. Bring the right equipment, choose good conditions and only go if you have the appropriate experience. This summit, however, will reward you with unbeatable views of the Mont Blanc massif, the Chamonix valley, and even the Matterhorn on a good day.

Great all-round view of the Mont Blanc massif and down to Chamonix on one side, as well as a terrace view of the other side of the valley. Very friendly hosts who are happy to charge your bike battery.