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Tenacious Tour du Mont Blanc

with Brian Michalski
2023-06-28 19:00:00 2023-06-28 20:00:00 America/Chicago Tenacious Tour du Mont Blanc Niles-Maine District Library - Commons Meeting Room A&B

Wednesday, June 28
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-06-28 19:00:00 2023-06-28 20:00:00 America/Chicago Tenacious Tour du Mont Blanc Niles-Maine District Library - Commons Meeting Room A&B

Niles-Maine District Library

Commons Meeting Room A&B

Trek 105 miles through the Alps as Brian Michalski guides us along Europe’s world-famous Tour du Mont Blanc.

As we journey through France, Italy, and Switzerland, gain insight about practical planning tips, cultural tidbits, challenges along the trail, accommodation logistics, and more all seen through the lens of Michalski’s gorgeous original photography and entertainingly adventurous retellings.

This epic journey is among Europe’s most popular treks. Travelers of all ages, frequently in their later years, and with varying physical conditions completed the experience at their own pace. Attendees will learn concrete tips for planning and booking their own future Tour du Mont Blanc, yet can also enjoy the presentation for the beautiful photography, entertaining stories, and fascinating cultural insight.

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