2018. Tour Du Mont Blanc

August 2018.
A two week circuit of the Mont Blanc massive in the Alps starting and ending in Chamonix, France.
Walking from France into Switzerland and Italy, this is a challenging trip with ascents (and decsents) of at least 1000 meteres most days.
A full and beautiful range of alpine scenery with snowy peaks, glaciers and lush green alpine meadows.
Tour ref. TWB
First sight of our tents .. and the mountains
Camping Les Marmottes
Our campsite, Les Marmottes
View from the campsite at dusk - the Mont Blanc massif
Aiguille du Midi
Very atmospheric
Early morning view
Chamonix town centre - looking to Mont Blanc
Telecabin station at Les Praz
Panorama from the viewing area, La Flegere
All ready to start the trek
Looking back to La Flegere
Time for a 'water stop'
Lunch spot at Lac Blanc
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