Chamonix, France
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Top Hiking Spots in and near Chamonix
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Leukerbad, Switzerland
Lake Dauben Loop
3.08 mi / 312 ft gainLake Dauben (Daubensee in German) is located on Gemmi Pass, an ancient high mountain pass that has been walked since the Middle Ages – even Sherlock Holmes walks this route in "The Final Problem"! The lake has a subsurface runoff and drains completely in late autumn, but the trip can also be done...Read more -
Leukerbad, Switzerland
Hike to Lämmeren Cabin and Lake
5 mi / 492.1 ft gainTake the cable way from Leukerbad to Gemmi Pass. Facing away from the mountain station (north), head left (west) and follow the track to "Lämmerenhütte" (Lämmeren Cabin). The track leads through a small tunnel that was once built by the Swiss Army.The tunnel leads to the glacier forefield of the ...Read more -
Leukerbad, Switzerland
Hike up Gemmi Pass
3.02.1 mi / 3074.1 ft gainGemmi Pass is an absolutely stunning place, with its secluded scenery and the amazing views over the Swiss Alps. While people usually choose the easy way and take the cable car up the mountain they miss out on the most rewarding part: The epic trail leading from the village of Leukerbad to Gemmi ...Read more -
Leukerbad, Switzerland
Hike Majing Lake
2.5 mi / 656.2 ft gainIf you want to get great night views on your hike out, start at 2 am in the village of Leukerbad. There's parking at "Obere Maressen", which is also the starting point. Follow the track to Majingsee. There are multiple routes to the lake but make sure to stay on this trail - it's definetely the b...Read more -
Leukerbad, Switzerland
Explore Dala Gorge
Start at "Obere Maressen" and follow the walkway through the forest. You'll find detailled informations at a clearing just before the gorge.The bridges leading through the gorge are safe to use, but that doesn't mean you won't need to be careful. Make use of the numerous viewing platforms and ben...Read more -
Leukerbad, Switzerland
Hike and Climb Daubenhorn
5.01.2 mi / 3280.8 ft gainThere are many Via Ferratas in the European Alps. They provide a unique way to get to some impressive places with minimal equipment and climbing skills. A Via Ferrata is a protected climbing route, made of steel. You secure yourself to cables (using a special attachment on your harness) and climb...Read more