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From Paris, we worked our way via Annecy to the French Alps. It was a noteworthy transition from the manmade beauty of Paris to the raw, natural splendor of Mont Blanc. I've had few experiences like it.
One of the most popular things to do is the gondola ride to l'Aiguille du Midi, a magnificent mountaintop station that affords an up-close-and-personal look at Mont Blanc, as well as stunning views of the Alps. From l'Aiguille du Midi, you can change for another gondola to Pointe Helbronner, on the French-Italian border. If you want, you can even take a gondola down from Helbronner into Italy. Sadly, it was too windy when we were there, so the Helbronner gondola was closed. The views we got were not a bad consolation, though.
The area also affords some of the best hiking in Europe. The variety and number of trails is mind-boggling. We had only two days, so we had to choose carefully. I think we did OK...
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This famous hike will get you some wonderful scenery. It also works quite well after a visit to l'Aiguille du Midi. You... more travel advice
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The easiest (or at least the most fun) way of getting to Chamonix is by train. Regular trains run from St... more travel advice
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Awesome fotos here!Would rather be there instead of Uganda:-)Greetings
Great pages..BEAT L.A :)
Fantastic scenery! We nearly went there this summer but run out of time explore Valais.
Only saw Mt. Blanc from a distance. Thanks for sharing your hike. I can imagine myself there. Good work here.
Very good information on the hikes and wonderful pictures. At least in your picture I can see some snow, outside of my window it's spring in January.
I was on Mont Blanc half a lifetime ago...but remember that view as if it were yesterday! Great tips, wonderful photos!
Mark..thanks for the virtual tour. Amazing page with beautiful photos. Still a dream for me.
What a wonderful page! The mountain pics are fantastic!
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