Climb Mont Blanc via the Cosmiques Route, from Chamonix (2 days)

While there are numerous routes to the summit of Mont Blanc, Western Europe’s highest peak, there is something special about the Cosmiques Route.

Starting from the Cosmiques mountain hut at 3,616 metres in elevation, the route takes you over Mont Blanc du Tacul (4,100 metres) and Mont Maudit (4,400 metres) before reaching the 4,810-meter high summit of Mont Blanc.

We will begin the 2-day adventure in Courmayeur, where we will meet up and discuss the plan as well as rent the gear. From there, we will transfer to Chamonix and take the gondola to Aiguille du Midi, descending down a snow-covered crest and traversing a glacier to reach the mountain hut.

Getting an alpine start on the second day – about 2 am – we begin with a short downhill part before making the long ascent to the shoulder of Mont Blanc du Tacul.

After summiting this first peak, we will descend slightly, crossing a wide ice plateau, before making a steep ascent to the shoulder of Mont Maudit, which we should reach by dawn.

As the sun begins to rise over the horizon, we will descend once again toward the Colle Della Brenva, where we will take a short break before making the final ascent to Mont Blanc’s summit.

This last part is the hardest, so we will consume a high energy snack before setting off. These last 500 vertical metres are the toughest as the effects of the altitude begin to kick in. However, the rewards for getting to the top are well worth it. The panoramic views of Switzerland, Italy and France are unforgettable.

We will finish the trip with a descent down the same route or via the Goûter hut.

Keep in mind that this is a challenging climb that requires prior preparation and experience. A good fitness level and command of mountaineering technique.

Book now for this unforgettable mountaineering adventure to the summit of Mont Blanc!

If you like the look of this trip then we think you will also enjoy our 1-day guided ascent of Breithorn from the Italian side!