The Col de Bellachat is a mountain pass between the peaks of the Tete de Bellachat and the Aiguillette de Brevent. The Refuge de Bellachat is a few hundred meters away. There is a swampy lake to the south of the col, facing the Mont Blanc. The main trail running through the Col de Bellachat runs on its eastern side from the Tete de Bellachat and onwards to the Brevent summit. On the western side it runs to the Aiguillette des Houches. There is an unmarked side trail from the Col de Bellachat northwards to the Lac du Brevent. A cairn marks the location of the Col de Bellachat.
Our loop trail from Merlet to the Aiguillette des Houches presents an alternative that passes by the Col de Bellachat. The trail we present follows the ridgeline just south from the Col.
Linked Trails & Points of Interest
These are the trails and points of interests linked to this Mountain Pass
8
Our Rating
Very Good
Loop Trail:
A big but beautiful climb from Chamonix to the top of Brevent via Bellachat and the Lac du Brevent. Big views and spectacular terrain.
Length
17.6km
When to Go
Start Jul - Mid Oct
Hiking Time
6.0 - 9.0 Hours
Elevation +
+1551m / -1551m
Kids
15+ Years old
Running Time
3.0 - 5.0 Hours
Technical Difficulty
Moderate (3/5)
Dogs
No Dogs
Nearest Town
Chamonix
10
Our Rating
The Best
Loop Trail:
Spectacular views on this one! The walk over the crest from Bellachat to Aiguillette des Houches is absolutely spectacular. Merlet makes for the easiest access without lifts.
Length
10.94km
When to Go
Mid Jun - End Sep
Hiking Time
3.0 - 5.0 Hours
Elevation +
+1005m / -1005m
Kids
9+ Years old
Running Time
2.0 - 3.5 Hours
Technical Difficulty
Moderate (3/5)
Dogs
No Dogs
Nearest Town
Chamonix
Location & Map
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Longitude:
6.8239
Latitude:
45.9232