Because the peak summer season is over most of the lifts for the tourists are now closed. We headed a short distance east to Prarion and took the cable car to the top of the lift. We walked around up there for about 2.5 miles. Towards the end of the walk we spotted a cog train. After some research we decided to head back down the hill and drive to St. Gervais to catch the train.
Had a quick bite to eat and caught the train. It is about an hour to reach the final destination at Nid d'Aigle at 2,380 meters (which is used as the starting point for those hoping to reach the summit of Mont Blanc at 4,810 meters). The tramway is 100 years old this year and it travels through the forest and then hugs the cliff as it rises at a very steep angle.
When we arrived at the top there were quite a few people, including some who were coming back from reaching the summit. We walked around a bit and caught the same train back (only two trains can run on the single track).
Today is my mom's 91st birthday so gave her a call to pass along birthday wishes.
We had another great meal prepared by the owner of the B&B (he prepares dinner for those who are interested and he is a very good cook). And it saves the hassle of trying to find a good restaurant and then pick something from the menu.
That's all for now. Until tomorrow - au revoir.
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