If we had to choose a first trek, this would be the one!
This is a famous classic. Hike around the highest mountain of Europe along well-marked trails whilst discovering the impressive and magical high mountain universe. Along long valleys and through green pastures, the mountain passes invite you to travel. Balme, Ferret, la Seigne, les Fours, le Bonhomme, mountain passes as famous as the highest peaks which surround them!
To hike around the Mont Blanc also means discovering a region of thriving traditions, three countries linked by the roof of Europe: the Swiss Valais, the Italian Aosta valley and the French Savoies.
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Contact us !Meeting on Sunday at 9:45am at the Flégère gondola in les Praz, Chamonix.
LES PRAZ DE CHAMONIX - LAC BLANC - ARGENTIERE
Ascend in the Flégère gondola to the Balcons du Mont Blanc to reach the Lac Blanc at 2300m. Descend on the path which winds through the forest to the village Argentière. Night in a hotel.
5.5 hour walk / Elevation: +450m -950m
BOVINE OR ARPETTE - CHAMPEX
Transfer to Switzerland to the Col de la Forclaz (20/30 minutes lift). Depending on conditions and the fitness of the group, cross through the pastures of Bovine via a balcony trail overlooking the Rhone valley or take a more ‘high mountain’ route along the Trient Glacier to reach the mythic Fenêtre d’Arpette (2665m). Descend to Champex. Night in a hotel.
5.5 hour walk / Elevation: +800m -750m (via Bovine)
6 hour walk / Elevation: +980m -970m (via Arpette)
GRAND COL FERRET - ITALIEN VAL FERRET
Bus transfer to the village La Fouly (about 1h). Climb up to the Col Ferret (2537m), border with Italy. You may encounter the local famers of La Peule. Descend into the Italian Val Ferret in the impressive foothills of Pré de Bar Glacier and Mont Dolent, meeting point between France, Switzerland and Italy. Night in very comfortable gite in Arnouva.
5 hour walk / Elevation: +840m -750m
MONT DE LA SAXE - COURMAYEUR
Ascend to the refuge Bonatti. Follow the exceptional balcony trail of the Mont de la Saxe facing the Mont Blanc, the Mont Dolent, L’Aiguille du Triolet, the Grandes Jorasses and more. Descend to Courmayeur and night in a hotel.
5.5 hour walk / Elevation: +650m -1200m
COL DE LA SEIGNE - LES CHAPIEUX
Bus transfer to La Visaille (about 30 mins). Climb the Val Veny via the glacial Lake Miage to the Col de la Seigne forming the border between Italy and France. Detour possible via le Balcon de Chécroui and le Mont Fortin, unveiling another angle of the impressive Mont-Blanc range. Night in a very comfortable gîte in Les Chapieux.
6 hour walk / Elevation: +850m -650m
COL BONHOMME - LES CONTAMINES-MONTJOIE
Climb up into the pastures to the Col du Bonhomme (2329m), once frequented by peddlers. Descend via the old Roman road to the chapel at Notre-Dame-de-la-Gorge. Short transfer and night in a hotel in Les Contamines.
6 hour walk / Elevation: +850m -1500m
COL DU TRICOT or CHAMPEL - LES HOUCHES
Short transfer to the departure point. Climb up to the Bionnassay glacier passing through the village of Champel or via the Col du Tricot (2120m), a viewpoint not to be missed over the Chamonix valley, the Dômes de Miage and the Mont Blanc all so close! Descend to Les Houches.
5 hour walk / Elevation: +750m -800m (via Champel)
6.5 hour walk / Elevation: +1100m -1250m (via Col du Tricot).
End point Saturday around 4:00pm at the Prarion cable car in Les Houches.
The itinerary is established according to the latest information available, the possibility of unknown factors affecting this itinerary is possible including situations beyond our control which may change the route, timings, etc.
Elevation: +/- 900m approximately per day.
Walking time: 5 to 7 hours per day.
Type of trek: The Tour of Mont Blanc is a long hike route accessible to any person with a good physical condition. Altough it does not involve any technical difficulty (no rock climbing or very steep path...), this trip remains a demanding hike where you will need to be able to walk almost 1000 meters up every day for a week.
Adviced preparation : regular practice of a cardio sport (hike, running, bike...), 3 to 4 hours of sport every week. Being able to easily walk 15km in less than 3 hours.
Number in a group between 6 and 14 people supervised by a qualified professional mountain leader.
4 nights in twin/double bedrooms in hotels.
2 nights in twin/double bedroom in very comfortable gites with private bathroom.
3 person-bedroom possible for single registration and if odd number in the group.
One single room possible per tour (supplement: €260)
All accommodation offers hot showers (included in the price).
Breakfast and dinner are provided in each accommodation.
Picnics are included and are carefully prepared daily by your mountain leader, comprising a variety of healthy salads and local products.
IGN Top 25 - 3630 OT - Chamonix and Top 25 - 3531 ET - Saint Gervais (1/25 000)
Meeting point Sunday at 9:45am in front of the Flégère gondola in Les Praz, Chamonix.
BY TRAIN
Inbound: departure from Paris-Gare de Lyon the day before at 12:18pm (or 2:18pm), arrival in Chamonix at 7:32pm (8:32pm)
Return : departure from Les Houches the day after at 9:20am (or 12:20pm), arrival at Paris-Gare de Lyon at 3:42pm (5:42pm)
Times given are indicative and should be verified in a train station or on www.oui.sncf
There are regular buses throughout the Chamonix valley - with an hourly bus service between Les Houches and Flégère.
www.chamonix.montblancbus.com/en/bus-lines
BY CAR
Take the A40 motorway to Les Houches and Chamonix.
We recommend to park at the big and free parking at the Prarion cable car, Les Houches (end point of the trek), and take the bus to get to the meeting point, at the train station of Chamonix (about 20 min lift).
If you wish to leave your car in a covered garage, contact: Chamonix Auto Park: 04 50 53 65 71 (40 to 50€ per week).
CAR-SHARING
Get in touch with people to share a lift! Here are some website recommendations: https://www.blablacar.fr https://covoiturage-libre.fr https://www.laroueverte.com https://www.roulezmalin.com
CLOSEST AIRPORTS
Geneva (GVA)
1 hour by car to Chamonix.
Bus and minibus services direct to your accommodation (25-35€ pp each way)
Lyon (LYS)
2.15 hours by car to Chamonix.
Train every 2 hours to Chamonix / 4.15 hour journey (40-45€ pp return)
Paris (PAR)
7 hours by car to Chamonix.
Train every 2 hours to Chamonix / 5-6 hour journey (80-120€ pp return)
End point Saturday around 4:00pm in Les Houches.
Transfer by bus or train from Les Houches to Chamonix at the end of the trek.
On request, we can book a bedroom for you before and/or after your trek.
Les Houches - Hôtel St Antoine: +33 (0)4 50 54 40 10
Chamonix - Hôtel de l’Arve: +33 (0)4 50 53 02 31
Hôtel Vallée Blanche: +33 (0)4 50 53 04 50
Chamonix Tourist Office: +33 (0)4 50 53 00 24
www.chamonix.com
If you book a night in the Chamonix valley, ask the hotel reception for a bus/train pass to use public transport for free in the Chamonix valley.
www.chamonix.com/pdf/chambus.pdf
In accordance with regulations, we are covered by Professional Liability Insurance. In no case can we be responsible for your own Personal Liability. If you chose to take out repatriation insurance with EUROP ASSISTANCE whom we propose, Altitude Mont Blanc will only serve as an intermediary between the client and the insurer. We cannot influence either party. We adhere to strict conditions of sale. You are responsible for compliance with the reporting procedures of any incident.
Before making any decision, contact EUROP ASSISTANCE.
If you are late please contact the agency as soon as possible on: +33 (0)4 50 79 09 16 ou +33 (0)6 42 49 76 07
Clothing
Other Equipment
Bring a comfortable backpack of 30 to 40 litres for your personal belongings for the day (warm clothes, waterproofs, water, plate and cutlery for your picnic, sunscreen and your identity papers) and please keep a little room to carry a picnic and snacks.
Your baggage will be transported daily between accommodation by our logistics vehicle. You are allowed 1 soft, sports type bag with all your possessions inside, no heavier than 10kg. Your bag has to be carried everyday by the driver, where access is not always easy, please think of their backs! Baggage which is too big and too heavy won't be accepted by the drivers!
If you wish to prolong your holiday, we can safely hold another bag for you which you may leave with us at the departure point and it will be deposited at the end point with your other baggage.