Mont Blanc Chamonix

Chamonix , Haute-Savoie, Rhône-Alpes, France

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  • An amazing view from our bedroom window!

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    lynnebanks 4 contributions United Kingdom Nov 28, 2011

    The view from our bedroom window and the rumour is when he is wearing his hat heavy snow is on its way!!

    However the training camp was not so amazing!!

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