Ski Mont Blanc
2 day excursion to ski Mont Blanc
Mont Blanc on skis is the ultimate way to reach the highest peak in western Europe. This is an epic end of ski-season challenge!
The thrill doesn't stop at the summit; a breathtaking off-piste descent from 4810m down the north face will take you down the Bosses ridge, then down the Bossons glacier back down to Chamonix.
It is strongly recommended that you already have some ski touring / ski mountaineering experience, and that you can ski off piste competently in all snow conditions.
The best time to ski Mont Blanc is mid-April to mid-June.
Itinerary
Night before
Meet with your guide in Chamonix for a briefing and gear check. Your guide will bring you your gear you have requested from them, or accompany you if you need to purchase or rent boots or any additional gear.
Day 1: Grands Mulets hut (3 to 5 hours (depending on snow conditions and fitness)
Take the cable car from Chamonix to the Plan de l'Aiguille (2310 m). With skins on skis, you will traverse the Pèlerins and Jonction glaciers to arrive at the Grands Mulets hut (3057 m). Altitude range: +700m.
Day 2: Ascent of Mont Blanc (4810m)
You will ski across the glacier to the base of the Nord du Dôme ridge. From here there is some climbing to do while carrying your skis on our backpacks across short sections of 35 to 40 degrees.
You then reach the summit of the Dôme du Goûter, then follow the Bosses ridge to the summit of Mont Blanc.
Depending on snow conditions, you may need to climb the final section of the ridge.
With a rest and some time to take in the extraordinary view from the summit, you will commence the ski descent-of-a-lifetime to the Mont Blanc tunnel if the snow cover allows, or to the Plan de l'Aiguille.
This is a long day at high altitude that demands fitness, endurance, and good ski and crampon technique.
Altitude range: +1700m and -3800m or -2600m
Hours: 8 to 10
The ascent can also be done by the three summits route (via the Aiguille du Midi cable car and the Cosmique hut) if conditions allow.
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What to bring
You will be provided with a Ski Touring list when you book. Anything you don't have you can rent from the company.
What to see
Sights in Chamonix
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Maison de l'Alpage museum
This little museum is housed in the same building as the post office and library in the village centre of Servoz.
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Les Houches summer lifts
Les Houches sits at the bottom end of the Chamonix Valley and is a popular place for hikers, mountaineers and mountain bikers in the summer months.
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Parc de Merlet
Parc de Merlet is a great place to spot some local animals in their natural environment. A nature reserve, rather than a zoo, the park is perched on a large plateau high above Les Houches.
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Le Brévent, Chamonix - Town
Brévent is the closest summer lift to the centre of Chamonix and its impressive rocky summit rises to 2,525m above sea level.
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Montagnard museum
Situated in a house dating back to the 1750's, this museum showcases mountain lifestyles from the reconstruction of three pieces of traditional housing and objects from everyday life.
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Les Bossons glacier
This small two person chairlift is only open for a short time in summer, but it's great if you want to take a close up look at the bottom of the Glacier des Bossons.
Where to lunch
Restaurants in Chamonix
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La Piazza Restaurant
Italian restaurant next to the Savoy nursery ski area with an outdoor terrace and fantastic views.
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Les Ecuries de Charamillon Restaurant
Located underneath the Autannes chairlift at Le Tour, this restaurant is one of the best mountain restaurants in the resort.
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Le Chalet de Charamillon Restaurant
Welcome to Charamillon! A single chalet and two catering options: Chara (takeaway) and Charamillon (self-service).
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Pointe Isabelle Bar and Bistro Restaurant
This tastefully refurbished restaurant and bar are right in the heart of Chamonix on the popular Avenue Michel Croz, close to the train station.
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Bighorn Bistro Restaurant
Bighorn Bistro in Chamonix Sud is known for its homemade American-style comfort food, from stacked burgers to freshly baked desserts. You can pair your meal with a craft beer or one of their creative cocktails. With friendly service and a laid-back atmosphere, it’s a favourite with both locals and visitors.
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La Petite Cuisine Restaurant
Situated in La Folie Douce Hotel, enjoy a delicious meal after a morning on the slopes with family or friends.
What to do
Things To Do in Chamonix
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Tandem Paragliding
This company's sole activity is tandem paragliding, so they are 100 % focused on you and your flight. Their fully qualified pilots have vast experience and have done 1,000s of flight in the Chamonix Valley.
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Climb Mont Blanc in 3 or 5 Days
If you are thinking about climbing Mont Blanc, and have little or no mountaineering experience but have a good level of fitness and motivation, then this is the course for you!
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Mer de Glace glacier trek
Strap on your crampons for a scenic stomp across the frosty wasteland known as the Mer de Glace.
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Teresa Kaufman Walks for Women
A spoonful of curiosity, a pinch of empowerment – and you’ve got the recipe for a great afternoon. Join these outings exclusively for groups of women, led by local mountain climber, tour guide and photographer Teresa Kaufman.
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Cinema VOX
Chamonix's own Cinema VOX is situated right in the centre of town, slightly tucked back on the Place Balmat (main square in the centre). There are three recently refurbished screens equipped with digital 3D projectors show the latest French and International films, as well as a number of premieres and specialist mountain-sports films.
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Snowshoe Guided Walks
Explore the fantastic natural scenery around Vallorcine, Le Tour and Montroc by going off the beaten track on snowshoes!
