Argentière to Trient
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Foto: Minna Harshbarger, Macs Adventure
Enjoy your first full day walking from Argentière to Trient via Col de Balme
After breakfast take the free shuttle bus to Argentière, where you begin your ascent to the Col de Balme, which marks the Swiss border and rewards with panoramic views of the Mont Blanc massif including the Mer de Glace, Trient and Argentière glaciers. From the Col de Balme you descend into the Valley of Trient, which is pretty, green and pastoral. This part of the route is shared with the Tour de Mont Blanc.
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There are several river crossings. There are always stepping-stones available but these may be slippery, especially when wet. Take extra caution on these crossings.
Some of the paths have rocky steps; be careful as these may be slippery, especially when wet.
There are some exposed edges; be sure to read instructions carefully, stick to the main path, and don’t wander close to the edge. Use handrails where provided.
In early spring/summer there may still be patches of snow. Walk around where it is possible, and otherwise place your feet carefully and use walking poles if you have them.
This route is above 2,200 metres so bear in mind you may feel a shortness of breath and additional muscle fatigue associated with the altitude.
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Transport
From Argentière take the bus to the start of your walk, check the bus schedule here: https://chamonix.montblancbus.com/en/bus-lines
Food and Drink
Between Trient and Tré-le-Champ there are few opportunities to buy food or drink, so be sure to bring enough provisions with you.
Basking in the beautiful view atop Col de Balme is Chalet du Col du Balme, from where you can enjoy refreshments.
**If you have been booked into a hotel in Martigny you will be required to catch a bus at the end of your walking day, see your itinerary document for more details.
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While these GPS tracks are provided in good faith they are not accurate turn by turn GPS tracks and may vary from the guidebook description and signage on the ground. They have been compiled using a combination of mapping software, imported GPS tracks from walking the trail on the ground and subsequent edits. Please use them as a general guide and use your judgement on the ground.
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Such is the way of Alpine hiking that you need to be prepared for all seasons and weathers; sturdy hiking boots, warm clothes and a waterproof/wind-break layer are all required, as is plenty of sun cream and a healthy respect for the sun.
Walking poles will be a big advantage on some of these ascents and descents.
Ensure your phone is fully charged; if you doubt the battery will last throughout the hike it might be beneficial to bring a power bank.
This walk is isolated with few opportunities to buy food or water so be sure to bring enough with you.
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