In the event of an accident (crevasse fall, a slip, frostbite or altitude sickness) you should first try self help. Self sufficiency in the Alpine mountains is very much encouraged and you should not phone for rescue unless it is really necessary. If you do need rescue you should dial 112 stating the route you are on, the altitude you are at, and the wind speed and direction. Helicopters can land at all altitudes on Mont Blanc, but bad weather can prevent them from flying.
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See allLatest News & ReviewsChamonix hosts a wide range of sporting events throughout the year. The biggest ones include the Mont Blanc Marathon in June and the UTMB trail running race in August. In March, the Unlimited Festival brings ravers to the mountains while Musilac Mont Blanc takes place a month later. At the end of July, the Cosmo Jazz Festival hosts concerts all around the valley.
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