Excursion 04

Sunday, 25 May 2003

Dear colleagues,

Trying to overcome the possible road overload due to G8, my proposal for this weekend stays close to the CERN area. Weatherwise, is again doubtful! however I keep our outstanding positive confidence on France Meteo's pessimism. Here is my proposal:


Date: Sunday, 25 May 2003
Site: Le Colomby de Gex (1688 m)
Classification: Mostly easy and lengthy
Altitude: 1688 m (highest point)
Climbing up distance: 780 m (in various pieces)
Climbing time: 3h
Total hiking time: 6h
Starting point: Col de la Faucille - (1320m)
Meeting point: CERN cafeteria at 9 am
Remarks: Views over Leman lake. Chamois.
Access: CERN to Gex to Col de la Faucille. Park in the parking area close to the telecabine. Driving time from CERN: 45 minutes.

Click to see the excursion map.
Click here to see a txt file with the way points of the path. .


In the URL http://excursiones.salicio.net you can find information on the outings.

It is convenient to emphasize some useful items: please do not forget to carry on (wear) raincoat, hat/cap and sun glasses, warm gloves, hiking boots or sport-footwear with thick and non-slipping sole, enough food and drinks for the own consumption. Spear dry clothes and after excursion confortable shoes are very convenient.

Have a lovely weekend! Cheers! Jose.