Aiguilles du Tour

Activity details

Aiguille du Tour

The Aiguille du Tour is one of the most accessible peaks in the Mont Blanc massif.

Located on the border between the Trient plateau in Switzerland and the Tour Glacier in France, this stunning summit in the Mont Blanc massif is perfect for discovering the world of high-altitude mountaineering. Over two days, experience all aspects of alpine climbing. The route combines a beautiful glacier approach with a superb rocky ridge, offering an unforgettable adventure at an altitude of 3,540 meters.

Highlights

Throughout this climb, you will enjoy breathtaking views of the Mont Blanc massif and the Valais Alps.

Level and equipment

• Summer mountaineering gear

Your outing

Day 1:

Meeting point at Champex-Lac, where you will meet your mountain guide. From there, a chairlift ride will take you up to Breya, where the hike to the Trient Hut begins. The trail offers stunning views of the nearby Combins massif. We will then practice using crampons while ascending the Orny Glacier, before reaching the Trient Hut.

Day 2:

After a good night’s sleep, we will set off early in the morning. We will first cross the Trient Glacier, roped up, before beginning the magnificent rock climb to the summit of the Aiguille du Tour, which rises to 3,540 meters. We will then descend back to Champex-Lac via the glacier and the same route as the previous day.