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Hiking trail — The Brasses Loop

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HAUTE-SAVOIE MONT-BLANC

Mountain pasture of La Joux
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This hike takes you through various alpine pastures, offering spectacular views of the Giffre Mountains, the Môle, and the Geneva Basin.

easy

Distance 7.2 km

3:00 h

541 m

476 m

1,497 m

1,103 m

The La Joux mountain pasture offers wonderful panoramic views of the Arve Valley and the Aravis peaks. Throughout the walk, you can admire the view on your left. Keep an eye out for the many birds of prey flying above the pastures : kestrels, bearded vultures, and more. The highlight of the show is at the summit of Pointe des Brasses (1,503 m), where you can enjoy a spectacular view of Mont Blanc !

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easy

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easy

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Highest point

1,497 m

Lowest point

1,103 m

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Les Choucas

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Pointe des Brasses
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46.172560, 6.442300

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46°10'21.2"N 6°26'32.3"E

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32T 302570 5116400

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Difficulty

easy

Overall difficulty

easy

Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

Distance

7.2 km

Duration

3:00 h

Ascent

541 m

Descent

476 m

Highest point

1,497 m

Lowest point

1,103 m

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