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Classical these Combes des Aravis but still nice this climb by Paccaly and descent by Grand Crêt.
A delicate hair between the collar at the top of the Combe de Paccaly and the Hole of the Fly. Avoid in wet weather or ice. From the car park (1435 m) take the direction of the chalet of Paccaly (1490 m). Just before the chalet, oblique to the right in the direction of Paccaly d'En Haut and Tardevant. Arrived at the chalet of Paccaly d'En Haut (1671 m) still remain right hand in the Combe de Paccaly. Once at the top of this valley take the edge of the ridge to the right to go to the Trou de la Mouche (2453 m) that we have already noticed for some time. Go under this often windy natural arch and descend on the other side into the Combe du Grand Crêt. It is time to look for a place not too windy for a small snack break. I opted for the ruins of the Grand Crêt (2063 m). All that remains is to continue the descent along the well marked path along the route. These walks in the Combes des Aravis are great classics, both in mountain skiing and hiking. But in winter, pay attention to avalanche risk. Not to be used any time and equipped with ARVA.
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