Sentier Balcon

Sentier Balcon is an out-and-back mountain bike trail in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France. It is 1.2 miles each way, 2.4 miles there and back. It runs between about 6,320 ft and 6,720 ft above sea level, with roughly 630 ft of climbing one way. It is rated mtb:scale 2: larger roots and rocks, steps and steeper pitches, for confident riders. Most of the way is dirt. The nearest town is Val-d'Isère, about 1.5 miles east of the start. Peaks within about 3 miles include Tête de l'Arollay, Becca Blanche and Pointe du Front. Cascade du Fornet and Petite cascade are within about 3 miles. For camping, Les Richardes and Bivouac Sauvage are within about 6 miles. There are 6 other mapped trails within about 3 miles, so you can combine or extend the outing. Distances, elevations and the trail shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Trail access for bikes, closures and conditions change, so check locally before you ride.