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Observation deck · Chamonix, Auvérnia-Ródano-Alpes
La Flégère
Plateau at about 1,900 meters in the Aiguilles Rouges, reached by gondola from Les Praz, with views of the Mer de Glace and the Grandes Jorasses and the starting point of the Lac Blanc trail.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About La Flégère
La Flégère is the side of the Aiguilles Rouges above the village of Les Praz, north of central Chamonix. A gondola rises to the plateau at about 1,900 meters.
The view from there faces the Mer de Glace, the Aiguille du Dru and the Aiguille Verte, with Mont Blanc further south. In summer the plateau is the usual starting point for the Lac Blanc trail and for walks along the Grand Balcon Sud to Le Brévent.
In winter, La Flégère is a ski area linked to Le Brévent by cable car. The gondola runs in two seasons, summer and winter, and is closed between them, generally from September to November and in spring. Check dates before you go.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
1 to 2 hours just at the viewpoint; half a day or more with the trail.
Best time
From June to September for hikes, in the morning. In winter, from December to April, for skiing and snowy views, when there is snow. Check operating dates.
How to get there
The gondola departs from Les Praz, about 2 km from central Chamonix, with a local bus and the Mont-Blanc Express train station nearby.
Tip
For the Lac Blanc trail, start early from the Flégère and wear hiking footwear. Bring water and a jacket, because mountain weather changes quickly.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about La Flégère
Does La Flégère operate year-round?
No. It’s open in summer and winter and closes between seasons. Check the dates before you go.
Is that where the trail to Lac Blanc starts?
Yes, La Flégère is the most used starting point for the hike to Lac Blanc.
How do you get to the cable car?
By local bus or train to Les Praz, about 2 km from central Chamonix.