TRAVERSE THE AIGUILLES ROUGES self-guided

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1 Altitude Montblanc : Route du Lac Montriond Morzine - +33(0) info@altitude-montblanc.com Capital IM APE 7912Z - SIRET: TVA : FR Ass. RC MMA Piquet-Gautier - COVEA CAUTION TRAVERSE THE AIGUILLES ROUGES self-guided Wild and remote place, few steps from Chamonix If the Chamonix Valley is best known for its omnipresent Mont Blanc, the Aiguilles Rouges which constitute its northern border, remains secret. Composed of sandstone, gneiss and granite, the Aiguilles Rouges take their name from their red coloured rocks. This barrier of sharp peaks reaching skyward is a geological boundary between two worlds, one in panorama and exhuberant tourism, the other more understated with high pastures and large virgin spaces. During the trek, passing through three nature reserves (Passy, Aiguilles Rouges and Sixt Fer à Cheval) meetings with ibex, marmots and bearded vultures await. Other treasures are hidden: limestone lapies at Lake Anterne, dinosaur fossils and caves full of history. A gentle passage through a characterful mountain range. 6 days Self guided With baggage transport Accommodation : Classic (dormitory) Level : *** From : 420

2 You will like Breathtaking views of the Mont Blanc. A day hike to Lake Anterne, one of the most beautiful lakes in Haute Savoie. "Off the beaten track" trails. The wealth of fauna, flora and mineral world. Day 1 The route Meet Sunday at 9:00am in front of the train station in Le Buet, free car park and transfer to the departure in les Houches. AIGUILLETTE DES HOUCHES - MONT-BLANC PANORAMA The hike starts quietly through a beautiful larch forest. Climb the Aiguillette des Houches (2285m) with the Mont-Blanc as a backdrop. From here for several days you enter into the Natural Reserves of Haute-Savoie. Nature in its pure state guaranteed! Traverse the wild Carlaveyron plateau to the refuge of Bel Lachat. Night at the refuge (*no baggage transport). 4 hour walk/ Elevation: +900m -150m Day 2 COL DU BREVENT Ascend by telecabine to the Col du Brévent. Stunning views of the Mont Blanc and its peaks: le Dôme du Goûter, l'aiguille du Midi and l'aiguille Verte. Descend to Arlevé bridge and climb to the pastures of Moëde, dominated by the high cliff faces Fiz. Night in Refuge in Moëde-Anterne. 5 hour walk/ Elevation: +780m -780m Day 3 COL AND LAKE ANTERNE Climb to the Tête de Villy (2480m) in the nature reserve of Sixt-Passy, territory of marmots, eagles and vultures. Descend to Lake Anterne, an emerald surrounded by "lapies", limestone eroded by runoff water (the first European karst site). Return to Refuge Moëde via the Col d'anterne. 5.5 hour walk / Elevation: +750m -750m Day 4 COL DE SALENTON AND LA PIERRE A BERARD VALLEY Traverse the back side of the Aiguilles Rouges by the Col de Salenton a few steps from the Mont Buet. Descend into the Pierre à Bérard valley, then to the village of Buet passing by the Bérard waterfall and the Farinet cave, hiding an illustration of a local Robin Hood! Night in hotel in Buet. 6.5 hour walk / Elevation: +650m -1200m Day 5 ALPAGE DE BARBERINE AND EMOSSON DAM A shorter day to return to the Emosson dam in Switzerland. Traverse the Barberine pastures passing by the Chalets de Loriaz. Possibility to lengthen the route taking in the lakeshore. Night in gîte at the Emosson dam. 4.5 hour / Elevation: +750m -120m Day 6

3 COL DU VIEUX EMMOSSON AND TRE LES EAUX VALLEY Climb to the old Emosson dam, then to the Col de la Terrasse or to Col des Corbeaux (2602 m) depending on conditions. Passage in the footsteps of dinosaurs with visible fossils in the sandstone rocks. Return to France by a long descent through the magnificent wild valley Tré-les-Eaux, territory of chamois and ibex. Night in hotel in Buet. 6 hour walk / Elevation: +650m -1350m LEVEL *** The trip Elevation: +/- 800m approximately per day. Walking time: 5 to 6 hours per day. Type of trek: this tour is not technically difficult. ROAD BOOK Before departure, we send you a travel folder containing: - 2 IGN TOP 25 with the route highlighted. - 1 road-book containing all the information necessary for the trek. - 1 waterproof map holder. - Accommodation list. ACCOMMODATION 3 nights in dormitories of 6-15 people. 2 nights in a cosy hotel twin/double bedroom. Accommodation is in small gîtes, mountain refuges and hotels. All accommodation has hot showers. MEALS Breakfast and dinner are provided in each accommodation. Picnics are included and are carefully prepared daily by your mountain leader, comprising a variety of a healthy salads and local products. MAPS IGN Top OT - Chamonix and Top ET - Samoëns ACCESS TO DEPARTURE POINT Practical information Meet Sunday at 9:00am in front of the train station in Le Buet. BY TRAIN Inbound: Depart Gare de Lyon (Paris) the day before at 12:45pm arrive in Chamonix at 7:50pm. Night train: Depart Gare de Lyon (Paris) at 11:12pm arrive in Chamonix at 9:50am. Return: Depart Chamonix at 3:45pm arrive in (Paris) Gare de Lyon at 9:52pm. Return night train: Depart Chamonix at 6:14pm arrive in (Paris) Gare de Lyon at 06:18am. Times given are indicative and should be verified in a train station or on BY CAR

4 Take the A40 motorway to Chamonix. Free parking: Chemin du Biolay, opposite the Montenvers train station in Chamonix. If you wish to leave your car in a covered garage, contact: Chamonix Auto Park: (40 to 50 per week). End point in the afternoon in Le Buet or Le Châtelard train station. ACCOMMODATION BEFORE AND AFTER Hôtel de l Arve: +33 (0) Hôtel Vallée Blanche.: +33 (0) Hôtel l Oustalet: +33 (0) Chamonix Tourist Office: +33 (0) INSURANCE In accordance with regulations, we are covered by Professional Liability Insurance. In no case can we be responsible for your own Personal Liability. If you chose to take out repatriation insurance with EUROP ASSISTANCE whom we propose, Altitude Mont Blanc will only serve as an intermediary between the client and the insurer. We cannot influence either party. We adhere to strict conditions of sale. You are responsible for compliance with the reporting procedures of any incident. Before making any decision, contact EUROP ASSISTANCE. CONTACT US If you are late please contact the agency as soon as possible on: +33 (0) or +33 (0) THE PRICE Dates & prices The price includes: 5 nights half board from dinner the first evening to breakfast of the last day ; A road book: description and IGN maps (1 road book per registration up to 4 people. A supplementary road book for groups of 5 or more. Extra road book supplement ) ; Daily baggage transport between accommodation (except night 1) ; The transfer Day 1 from Les Houches train station to the departure point ; Organisation and booking fees and taxes. The price does not include: Picnic lunches ; Personal expenses, drinks, touristic visits, etc. ; Bus transfer (approx 20 per person) ; The cablecar on day 1 if a Sunday departure (approx 14 per person) ; Cancellation insurance (3.8% of total tour cost). EQUIPMENT LIST Equipment and baggage Clothing

5 Walking trousers Shorts (Bikini/swimsuit, just in case!) Breathable or merino wool t-shirts Breathable or merino wool leggings Fleece or jumper Wind stopper or Goretex jacket Waterproof poncho + gaiters or Goretex trousers + waterproof rucksack cover Pair of gloves and a warm hat Sun hat or baseball cap Walking socks (1 pair per day) Sturdy walking boots with a good sole, already broken in 1 change of clothes for the evening A pair of comfortable shoes for the evening Other Equipment Toilet bag Quick drying towel Sunglasses and sun cream Water bottle or Camelback (1.5 litre minimum) Knife, fork and spoon Plastic lunch box/plate for your picnic lunches Plastic cup for coffee Small First Aid kit (antihistamine, ibuprofen, Compeed type blister pads...) Survival blanket Head torch or hand torch Sleeping bag liner sheet and pillowcase (blankets provided at accommodation) Two adjustable walking poles (highly recommended) Identity card or passport BACKPACK Bring a comfortable backpack of 30 to 40 litres for your personal belongings for the day (warm clothes, waterproofs, water, plate and cutlery for your picnic, sunscreen and your identity papers) and please keep a little room to carry a picnic and snacks. BAGGAGE TRANSPORT Your baggage will be transported daily between accommodation by our logistics vehicle. You are allowed 1 soft, sports type bag with all your possessions inside, no heavier than 10kg (for your own ease and comfort carrying your bag up stairs and in the dormitories, we do not advise rigid suitcases, heavy or large baggage). If you wish to prolong your holiday, we can safely hold another bag for you which you may leave with us at the departure point and it will be deposited at the end point with your other baggage. HOW TO REGISTER Details - By internet: - By telephone: +33 (0) By post: Please provide your details Surname, First Name, Date of birth Address Telephone Mobile

6 If you wish to register by post, please complete the form below and return it to: Altitude Mont-Blanc 180, route du lac MONTRIOND FRANCE Please specify whether you wish to take out an optional cancellation insurance (3.8% of the tour price). On receipt of your registration we will an invoice (per couple) with a request for a deposit of 30% in association with your account details at Altitude Mont-Blanc ('My Account'). Payment can be made by credit card, bank transfer or by cheque. On receipt of your deposit you will receive a registration confirmation. The balance must be paid one month before departure without a reminder from us. For self-guided tours, we will then send your tour pack (includes maps, descriptive book etc.) Our terms and conditions of sale can be found on our website. Do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.

7 Altitude Montblanc : Route du Lac Montriond Morzine - +33(0) info@altitude-montblanc.com Capital IM APE 7912Z - SIRET: TVA : FR Ass. RC MMA Piquet-Gautier - COVEA CAUTION Registration by mail form Surname : First name : Date of birth : Address : Telephone : Mobile : Requested tour : Number of days : Insurance : Price : x 30% = Deposit Locality where signed : Date Signature : Return with your deposit to : Altitude Mont-Blanc, 180 route du lac, MONTRIOND, FRANCE