Mountain Guides are not mandatory for Mont Blanc, but unless you are an experienced Alpinist you should consider hiring one. Guides not only know the route, but will safeguard their clients on steep and serious ground. The only mountain guides legally allowed to operate on the mountain are all IFMGA qualified and will be able to show you their “carnet” (license) on request.
NB. Mont Blanc is a serious itinerary undertaken on high mountain, glaciated terrain - if you are in any doubt about your knowledge or ability in this type of environment - HIRE A MOUNTAIN GUIDE
