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Grand-Bornand: Alpine exploration of the Roc des Tours

By Pure Montagne Rando
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 298 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Explore the impressive lapiaz of the Roc des Tours
  • Enjoy panoramic views of the Aravis, Mont-Blanc, and the surrounding mountains
  • Discover geology and karst landscapes in an accessible way
  • Observe alpine wildlife with binoculars and spotting scopes provided
  • Experience an immersive hike with a state-certified mountain tour leader

Activity location

    • Le Grand-Bornand
    • Le Grand-Bornand, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 900 Rte de Samance, 74450 Le Grand-Bornand, France
    • Le Grand-Bornand, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France

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Grand-Bornand: Alpine exploration of Roc des Tours

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English
Starting time: 8:30
Price details
RM 298.14 x 1 AdultRM 298.14
Total
Price is RM 298.14
Until Thu, 11 Jun

What's included, what's not

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    Guided hiking tour with a registered mountain tour leader
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    Exploration of the lapiaz and alpine geology
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    Presentation of mountain flora and fauna
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    Binoculars provided during the outing
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    Hiking pole rental available on request
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    Hiking and mountain recommendations
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    Transportation to the meeting point
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    Food and drinks
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    Personal hike gear
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    Personal insurance

Know before you book

  • Not suitable for: Children under 12 years, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

Take an original hike in the heart of the Roc des Tours massif and explore the amazing rock formations of the lapiaz, sculpted by time and the elements.

This outing takes you through a preserved alpine environment, among limestone reliefs, alpine pastures, and panoramic vantage points overlooking the surrounding mountains. As you walk, your mountain tour leader will introduce you to the geological history of the massif, the distinctive features of the karst landscape, and the fauna and flora adapted to this unique mineral environment.

The route alternates between accessible rocky passages, alpine trails, and viewing areas, offering a complete immersion in the world of the mountains.

Depending on the season and conditions, it is possible to observe marmots, birds of prey, or herds in the alpine pastures. Binoculars may be made available during the activity so you can fully enjoy the observations.

This hike is for people who want to discover a wilder, more mineral mountain, far from the usual routes, in a friendly and educational atmosphere.

Location

Activity location

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    • Le Grand-Bornand
    • Le Grand-Bornand, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 900 Rte de Samance, 74450 Le Grand-Bornand, France
    • Le Grand-Bornand, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France