Mont Blanc Ascent
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Group and individual ascent
Group and individual ascent
Mont Blanc Ascent
The roof of Western Europe, the mighty Mont Blanc, is 4,810 meters high and must be the most unique peak on this side of the globe for avid climbers and amateurs alike.
Mont Blanc is undoubtedly the most famous peak of the Alps.
In 1786, its first ascent was a turning point in the development of the Chamonix valley, which was then structured to meet the growing tourist demand.
Despite its great fame, climbing Mont Blanc is a real challenge, requiring excellent physical fitness and good mobility skills over rocky and glacial terrain.
Mont Blanc still does not deserve ridicule and remains one of the most physically demanding and dangerous peaks in the Alps.
However, with prior physical preparation and a good training and acclimatization program under the close supervision of a guide, you will be in the best position for a successful ascent to the summit.
For 5 days you will improve your skills in a group of three people (1 guide and 2 clients).
In 1786, its first ascent was a turning point in the development of the Chamonix valley, which was then structured to meet the growing tourist demand.
Despite its great fame, climbing Mont Blanc is a real challenge, requiring excellent physical fitness and good mobility skills over rocky and glacial terrain.
Mont Blanc still does not deserve ridicule and remains one of the most physically demanding and dangerous peaks in the Alps.
However, with prior physical preparation and a good training and acclimatization program under the close supervision of a guide, you will be in the best position for a successful ascent to the summit.
For 5 days you will improve your skills in a group of three people (1 guide and 2 clients).
Thanks to your guide's personalized advice and his big oolite, you have a very high chance of success.
To avoid the problems of bringing strangers together, only duos can register.
Or opt for the Individual Mont Blanc Climbing Program.
Season after season, global warming is causing profound changes in glacier morphology.
The usual route through Goute is no exception. The upper part of the route leading to the summit, and located at an altitude of about 4600 meters, has been transformed and is now a steep section requiring perfect crampons.
In this regard, prior mountaineering experience of at least 2 days moving in crampons is now mandatory.
To avoid the problems of bringing strangers together, only duos can register.
Or opt for the Individual Mont Blanc Climbing Program.
Season after season, global warming is causing profound changes in glacier morphology.
The usual route through Goute is no exception. The upper part of the route leading to the summit, and located at an altitude of about 4600 meters, has been transformed and is now a steep section requiring perfect crampons.
In this regard, prior mountaineering experience of at least 2 days moving in crampons is now mandatory.
Program
The program starts with a meeting with your Guide.
Your guide will be with you all this week and will be able to answer any questions you may have about the upcoming climb and mountaineering in general.
On this day we will rent or purchase equipment that is missing for the climb.
Your guide will be with you all this week and will be able to answer any questions you may have about the upcoming climb and mountaineering in general.
On this day we will rent or purchase equipment that is missing for the climb.
We will start the course with the basics needed to climb Mont Blanc.
The Mer de Glace glacier (1900m) is a great place to do this. You will have to climb moraine and move on a glacier covered with unstable rocks. You will ascend to open, clean ice.
Here you will learn how to safely navigate steep terrain using proper crampon technique. Learn to use an ice axe and basic rope work while climbing. At the end of the day you will return back to Chamonix.
The Mer de Glace glacier (1900m) is a great place to do this. You will have to climb moraine and move on a glacier covered with unstable rocks. You will ascend to open, clean ice.
Here you will learn how to safely navigate steep terrain using proper crampon technique. Learn to use an ice axe and basic rope work while climbing. At the end of the day you will return back to Chamonix.
These first two days will allow your body to adapt to the stresses of altitude.
Examples of acclimatization climbs: the traverse of the Aiguille Marbre (3535 m), the ascent of Point Lachenal (3613 m).
Nights in the valley.
At the end of the acclimatization period, your guide will organize a debriefing. He may direct you to another climb than Mont Blanc if he considers your current skills insufficient.
Examples of acclimatization climbs: the traverse of the Aiguille Marbre (3535 m), the ascent of Point Lachenal (3613 m).
Nights in the valley.
At the end of the acclimatization period, your guide will organize a debriefing. He may direct you to another climb than Mont Blanc if he considers your current skills insufficient.
The ascent starts from the Nid d'Eglay station (2372 m), which can be reached by the Bellevue cable car and the Mont Blanc streetcar.
The trail leads to the Tet-Rouze shelter (3167 m). The ascent to the hut usually takes 2 hours and 30 minutes, altitude difference: +795m.
If the Mont Blanc streetcar is closed (usually before mid-June and after mid-September), we climb to the Tet-Ruz shelter from the Bellevue cable car station (1750m). In this case, the road will take 4 hours and the altitude difference will be: +1417м.
The trail leads to the Tet-Rouze shelter (3167 m). The ascent to the hut usually takes 2 hours and 30 minutes, altitude difference: +795m.
If the Mont Blanc streetcar is closed (usually before mid-June and after mid-September), we climb to the Tet-Ruz shelter from the Bellevue cable car station (1750m). In this case, the road will take 4 hours and the altitude difference will be: +1417м.
Ascent of Mont Blanc with an overnight stay at the Goute hut.
Departure from the Tet-Ruz shelter at 4:00 am. The ascent of the Aiguille du Gouter, partly equipped with metal cables, allows you to reach the Goutet hut (3835 m).
The climb usually takes from 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours maximum. Gain in altitude: +668m.
We enter the hut to leave some of our belongings and eat.
Then the ascent resumes.
The further ascent goes over the shoulder of the Maison du Goutere (4275m), the Vallot shelter (4362m), and then along a steep ridge leading to the summit. On the ridge, depending on the year, there may be occasional outcrops of open ice.
The summit of Mont Blanc is reached in the middle of the day. You will have time to enjoy an absolutely exceptional panorama. Then it will be time to start the descent along the same route.
The ascent from the Guthe hut to the summit and back takes between 6 and 7 hours, altitude difference: +/- 973 meters.
The next day, leave the hut early in the morning to make an early descent to the Nid d'Eglay train station (2372 meters). This marks the end of your journey.
It's another 3-4 hours of effort, altitude difference: -1463m.
If the Mont Blanc streetcar is closed (usually before mid-June and after mid-September), the descent continues to the Bellevue cable car station. This requires 4 to 5 hours of effort, altitude difference: -2085m.
Departure from the Tet-Ruz shelter at 4:00 am. The ascent of the Aiguille du Gouter, partly equipped with metal cables, allows you to reach the Goutet hut (3835 m).
The climb usually takes from 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours maximum. Gain in altitude: +668m.
We enter the hut to leave some of our belongings and eat.
Then the ascent resumes.
The further ascent goes over the shoulder of the Maison du Goutere (4275m), the Vallot shelter (4362m), and then along a steep ridge leading to the summit. On the ridge, depending on the year, there may be occasional outcrops of open ice.
The summit of Mont Blanc is reached in the middle of the day. You will have time to enjoy an absolutely exceptional panorama. Then it will be time to start the descent along the same route.
The ascent from the Guthe hut to the summit and back takes between 6 and 7 hours, altitude difference: +/- 973 meters.
The next day, leave the hut early in the morning to make an early descent to the Nid d'Eglay train station (2372 meters). This marks the end of your journey.
It's another 3-4 hours of effort, altitude difference: -1463m.
If the Mont Blanc streetcar is closed (usually before mid-June and after mid-September), the descent continues to the Bellevue cable car station. This requires 4 to 5 hours of effort, altitude difference: -2085m.
Important info
Climbing Mont Blanc, like all mountain climbing, is highly dependent on weather conditions.
High mountains are also directly affected by global warming.
Rising temperatures lead to a decrease in snow cover, which causes an increase in rockfalls.
The usual route to Mont Blanc, and in particular the ascent to the Guthe refuge hut, is no exception.
Climbing Mont Blanc, like all mountain climbing, is highly dependent on weather conditions.
High mountains are also directly affected by global warming.
Rising temperatures lead to a decrease in snow cover, which causes an increase in rockfalls.
The usual route to Mont Blanc, and in particular the ascent to the Guthe refuge hut, is no exception.
The mountain dictates its own laws. Therefore, the ascent may not be possible due to bad weather or unsatisfactory conditions.
In this case, you will be offered another objective adapted to the conditions of the moment (for example: Gran Paradiso or Monte Rosa).
The program described above is for information purposes only.
In this case, you will be offered another objective adapted to the conditions of the moment (for example: Gran Paradiso or Monte Rosa).
The program described above is for information purposes only.
It is subject to change depending on the group level, elevator operating times, weather and mountain conditions, etc.
It is possible to change the overnight stay in the hut Tet Roose (3167 m) for an overnight stay in the hut Torino. (3375 м). Italy, for acclimatization. The decision is made by your guide.
No changes to the program are non-refundable.
It is possible to change the overnight stay in the hut Tet Roose (3167 m) for an overnight stay in the hut Torino. (3375 м). Italy, for acclimatization. The decision is made by your guide.
No changes to the program are non-refundable.
Cost includes:
- Services of a UIAGM certified mountain guide. Counseling.
- Local transportation needed during your course.
- Group equipment.
Not included in the cost:
- Accommodation in Chamonix is not included but we are happy to advise you.
- Accommodation and meals in a high mountain hut.
- Travel to Chamonix. The price does not include airfare, airport transfers or any other travel to/from Chamonix. However, we can advise you.
- Ski Passes. The price does not include the cable elevators and mountain trains that will be required during the program described above.
- Food, beverages. Price does not include lunch and snacks at the huts and during acclimatization outings.
- Individual equipment. Rental of necessary equipment.
- Insurance. Travel insurance, including mountain search and rescue insurance, is compulsory on all climbs. We strongly recommend having a policy that covers the cost of medical treatment and protects the cost of your vacation in case of cancellation. When taking out insurance, make sure that the policy you choose covers all activities and altitude included in your program.
List of equipment for training outings and climbing Mont Blanc
- climbing backpack, 35-45 liters
- helmet - (for rent in Chamonix)
- headlamp
- sunglasses
- light thermos for tea (0,7 - 1,0 liter)
- telescopic ski poles
- ice axe - (for rent in Chamonix)
- crampons - (for rent in Chamonix)
- climbing harness - (for rent in Chamonix)
- warm socks
- mountaineering boots (with a hard ridge for crampons) (for rent in Chamonix)
- protective legwarmers for boots
- light down jacket
- woolen or fleece hat
- thermal underwear
- warm fleece pants
- thin fleece jacket
- thick fleece jacket
- storm jacket with membrane
- storm pants with membrane
- thin fleece gloves - 1 pair
- fleece or woolen mittens - 1 pair
- thick fleece gloves - 1 pair
- sun hat with visor
- sunscreen
Contacts
+33 6 70 54 72 30
val.babanov@gmail.com
val.babanov@gmail.com
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