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Crossing the Bornes in gentle mode - Stage 1: Annecy > Refuge du Parmelan
Access
Starting from :
Latitude :
6.122415
Longitude :
45.90195
Map ref. :
TOP75032 - ARAVIS RANGE - BAUGES MASSIF TOP 25 IGN 3430 OT - MONT SALÈVE TOP 25 IGN 3431 OT - LAC D'ANNECY
Absolutely no need for a car! The Haute-Savoie's bus services will take you from Annecy station to the start of this 5-day hike and bring you back at the end. Take your time during this first stage to admire the lapiaz (limestone pavements) of Le Parmelan.
This first stage, starting from Naves, will take you to the Parmelan refuge, where you'll spend your first night.
On the way, you'll pass the Captain Anjot memorial, witness to a historic battle during the Second World War.
On the final stretch, the limestone plateau and lapiaz of Parmelan await you from the Grand Montoir (or Petit Montoir, a longer but less rugged path).
Once you've reached the highest point of this first stage, take in the breathtaking panorama of Lake Annecy, Mont Blanc and the surrounding peaks.
Services
Rates
Free access.
Period(s) of use
From 01/06 to 30/09
Subject to favorable weatherSubject to snow conditions
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