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When the snow melts, hikers can take their pick of 350km of spectacular high-alti-
tude trails, many reached by cable car. There's enough light to walk until at least
9pm in June and July.
CYCLING
Lower-altitude trails such as the Petit Balcon Sud (250m) from Argentière to Servoz
are perfect for biking. Most outdoor-activity specialists arrange guided mountain-
biking expeditions.
PARAGLIDING
Come summer, the sky above Chamonix is dotted with paragliders wheeling down
from the heights. Tandem flights from Planpraz (2000m) cost €100 per person
(€220 from the Aiguille du Midi). Paragliding schools include
Summits
( 04 50
04
50 53 96 72;
www.lesailesdumontblanc.com
; 24 av de la Plage)
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