EstadoNieve

Petit Balcon Sud

Hiking in Chamonix

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Distance
7.3km
Elevation gain
+253m
−551 m
Min / max elevation
1,151–1,550m
Start / end
1,548 → 1,251m

Map

The track has 2 separate sections in OpenStreetMap; the figures are for the main one.

Elevation profile

1,1501,2501,3501,4501,5502 km4 km6 km7.3 km

Track from OpenStreetMap and heights from the terrain model (Copernicus, 90 m): distance and elevation gain are approximate and may differ from a GPS reading.

Is it a good time for hiking?

Chamonix · 1,042 m
  • Today
    Good conditions
    • · no warnings in the forecast
  • Tomorrow
    Good conditions
    • · no warnings in the forecast

Petit Balcon Sud

Before you go

Check the forecast by altitude, not just the valley: it is colder and windier up high. In summer storms build in the afternoon; start early and turn back if the sky closes in. Carry water, sun protection and a warm layer even if it is hot below.

There is not always phone coverage in the mountains: download the map before you go, tell someone your plan and call 112 in any emergency. These data come from OpenStreetMap and the weather forecast; confirm with the resort and official sources.

This is not the resort's official programme: it is what is mapped in OpenStreetMap within 5 km of the resort centre. Check opening times on the resort's own website. © OpenStreetMap