Parnal Rock – Balme Chalet loop from Le Chesnet
Parnal Rock – Balme Chalet loop from Le Chesnet
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Parnal Rock – Balme Chalet loop from Le Chesnet
03:43
8.50km
700m
Hiking
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: October 8, 2026
Tips
Includes segments that may be dangerous
Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.
After 3.52 km for 493 m
After 4.14 km for 24 m
After 4.29 km for 493 m
Waypoints
Start point
Parking
3.45 km
Col du Freu
Highlight • Mountain Pass
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Tip by
4.08 km
Parnal Rock
Highlight • Summit
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Tip by
6.04 km
Balme Chalet
Highlight • Mountain Hut
8.50 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
5.01 km
2.17 km
1.23 km
< 100 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
6.57 km
986 m
893 m
< 100 m
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Lowest point (1,160 m)
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Tuesday 13 October
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