We did it!

Argentiere to La Flegere, and back to Chamonix: Today's hike would bring us full circle, around the Mont Blanc range of mountains. We trekked 100 miles (more than 300,000 steps)over rocks, tree roots and mud, in sunshine, rain, and wind. We saw multiple glaciers and learned of their progression over time. We had many steep ascents & descents, we crossed rushing rivers, walked through towns, over passes and borders into three countries. We saw friendly animals, and met interesting people. The scenery was majestic, rugged, and inspiring. Our guides were incredibly knowledgeable and friendly and our hiking mates were kind, amusing, and very interesting people. Below is some of our favorite pictures, followed by the adventure of the last day:

The last day we took a train up to the Mer de Glace and hiked about 4 miles over to the middle station of the cable car that takes people to L'Aguille Midi. We took the cable car to the top. At 12,602 feet, it has amazing views of Mont Blanc and it's surrounding peaks. The main attraction at the top of L'Aguille Midi is a glass box that you can go enter to view the mountain range from all sides. It is a bit scary! We had our last dinner together tonight at a restaurant in Chamonix. Our guides gave us diplomas and recapped the trip. What an amazing experience!

Oceans of love! Katie & John