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  1. neckervd avatar

    RE: Lyon to Chamonix

    by neckervd 26 May 2012

    http://telechargement.ter-sncf.com/Images/Rhone_Alpes/Tridion/03affV5_tcm-31-19820.pdf http://telechargement.ter-sncf.com/Images/Rhone_Alpe…

  2. Bwak avatar

    Re: Lyon to Chamonix

    by Bwak 26 May 2012

    Cheers for that...I totally agree about the eurail site!

  3. montblanctreks avatar

    Re: Walkers Haute Route in June

    by montblanctreks 26 May 2012

    Hi, well answered about the accommodation but the main problem will be the snow, its not scare mongering there has been a massive amount…

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    RE: Lyon to Chamonix

    by Fwoggie 26 May 2012

    That's because the eurail website is shite. It's about 2.:30 hrs by car and 4:45 by train. Use the timetable search engine on http://www…

  5. Bwak avatar

    Lyon to Chamonix

    by Bwak 26 May 2012

    Hello We are heading to Lyon soon, and was wondering is there a fairly easy way to head to Chamonix from Lyon for a day trip via train?…

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    Walkers Haute Route in June

    by TimBjeff 25 May 2012

    Hi ! I will attempt the Walkers Haute Route next month and will start from Chamonix in medio June. I know that it will be easy to get…

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    RE: What about SWISS?

    by Spellmistress 23 May 2012

    The nicest chocolate I ever ate EVER was bought in a shop in Zurich. It was milk chocolate with cornflakes in it. I remember we went back…

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    RE: What about SWISS?

    by Spellmistress 22 May 2012

    I guess. I only ever spent a few afternoons in Zurich, having driven there from Chamonix.

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    RE: February Ski Trip to Chamonix

    by mushlederman 20 May 2012

    Great, thanks for the information Neckervd. I have some research to do!

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    RE: February Ski Trip to Chamonix

    by neckervd 19 May 2012

    Geneva for museums, night life, theatres, concerts, shopping etc. Sion, Sierre, Leuk and surroundings for hiking through the winyards…

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    RE: February Ski Trip to Chamonix

    by mushlederman 19 May 2012

    Well, I assume it's going to be cold, we love quaint little villages were we can walk around and get a feel for the local lifestyle. …

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    RE: February Ski Trip to Chamonix

    by neckervd 19 May 2012

    "We land in Geneva and have 2 nights before we need to be up in Chamonix, should we stay in Geneva, or is there somewhere else that is…

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    February Ski Trip to Chamonix

    by mushlederman 19 May 2012

    Hi There, I'm planning a trip for next February to Chamonix for a ski trip. A few questions. We land in Geneva and have 2 nights…

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    RE: lake Maggiore

    by mbear12 18 May 2012

    Again "neckervd"the suggestions/advice appreciated! I did not make myself clear...I will be coming from Chamonix[after 11day tour du…

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    RE: lake Maggiore

    by neckervd 18 May 2012

    I have somewhat the impression that you underestimate travel and hiking times. Hiking in the Alps (continuous up and down, small trails…

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    Re: lake Maggiore

    by mbear12 18 May 2012

    Thanks for your reply "neckervd" In my thoughts about the Niederhorn,I would be looking at a half day trip...perhaps after I arrive into…

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    RE: Late night public transport from st gervais les bains to chamonix

    by neckervd 17 May 2012

    There is a SNCF bus ONLY FRIDAY AND SUNDAY (but NOT tomorrow): Train: Paris dp 16.15 - Annemasse dp 19.50 - St. Gervais ar 21.57 Bus:…

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    RE: Train from Lyon to Chamonix

    by neckervd 06 May 2012

    http://telechargement.ter-sncf.com/Images/Rhone_Alpes/Tridion/03affV5_tcm-31-19820.pdf http://www.ter-sncf.com/Regions/rhone_alpes/Fr/Se_de…

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    RE: Train from Lyon to Chamonix

    by Germander 06 May 2012

    There is no direct train between Lyon and Chamonix. In general, you'll have 2 or 3 changes of train on the way and the trip averages…

  20. ivalee9 avatar

    Train from Lyon to Chamonix

    by ivalee9 06 May 2012

    Hi ... what is the best way to go by train from Lyon to Chamonix (or Les Houches) actually by train - later in the year. How long would…

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    6 weeks camper van

    by rogermiller 04 May 2012

    We are going to fly into Toulouse, France, on August 28 and will have use of my friends Road Tech 17' van until October 15, so we have…

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    RE: September 2012 Itinerary - 5 countries

    by neckervd 27 April 2012

    Switzerland: for all kind of expensive adventure sports, Interlaken is the best place. For stunning mountain panoramas and may be some…

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    RE: Switzerland - Summer itinery

    by neckervd 24 April 2012

    May be you have a look at http://www.myswitzerland.com/en/home.html http://www.swisstravelsystem.ch/en/ Places not to miss in Switzerla…

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    Tour du Mont Blanc

    by JThaller 23 April 2012

    I'm planning on doing the Tour du Mont Blanc this summer (approximately 10-12 days), and wanted to get some feedback from those who have…

  25. quebec1 avatar

    5 day itinerary

    by quebec1 22 April 2012

    Hi! I'll be traveling to Switzerland mid-June. I'll be joining a group to hike from Chamonix-Zermatt but would like some ideas on where…

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