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Stage 2: Refuge de Sales to Magland – GR 96

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Stage 2: Refuge de Sales to Magland – GR 96

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October 8, 2021

Stage 2: Refuge de Sales to Magland – GR 96

Hard

09:30

22.4km

2.4km/h

890m

2,260m

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Overview

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 5.18 km for 2.14 km

After 8.15 km for 1.65 km

After 19.3 km for 1.71 km

Most people would complete this in 2-3 days

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4.15 km

Portette Pass

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The Col de la Portette is located at an altitude of 2,354 metres. From there, you have a superb view of the Desert of Platé and the Massif des Fiz.

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6.78 km

Col du Colonney

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It is a superb passage, at an altitude of 2,321 meters. With a little luck, you will come across ibex in the area!

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7.64 km

Désert de Platé

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The Platé desert is a natural curiosity, a completely incredible place. Here you are in front of a limestone plateau of about 1980 hectares made up of lapiaz, these rocks …

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15.0 km

Lake Flaine

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Lake Flaine is a superb glacial lake, located at an altitude of 1,416 meters. Its size varies with the seasons. In June, when the snow melts, it becomes the largest mountain lake in Haute-Savoie!

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22.4 km

Magland

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It is a pretty little town, nestled in the heart of the mountains and on the edge of the Arve. There is everything you need to eat and rest after a good day of hiking.

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.76 km

5.34 km

5.32 km

3.92 km

554 m

377 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.99 km

6.40 km

3.54 km

1.39 km

528 m

377 m

146 m

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Highest point (2,440 m)

Lowest point (510 m)

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Stage 2: Refuge de Sales to Magland – GR 96

Portette Pass

Col du Colonney

Désert de Platé

Lake Flaine

Magland

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