Cosmiques ridge climb from Aiguille du Midi in Chamonix-Mont Blanc
Join Daniel, an IFMGA-certified mountain guide, for this unforgettable 1-day mountaineering adventure along Cosmiques ridge. Nestled in between Mont Blanc and Aiguille du Midi, enjoy some of the best climbing and views available in Chamonix.
Private
Alps
1 Day
Aug
High
Intermediate
Highlights
* Enjoy the stunning scenery of the French Alps.
* Get some of the best views of Mont Blanc on earth.
* Enjoy an eclectic variety of rock and ice climbing along the way.
Description
Tucked in between the majestic Aiguille du Midi and iconic Mont Blanc, the Cosmiques ridge is a classic alpine climb that combines stunning beauty with the perfect challenge!
Beginning first thing in the morning, we will catch a cable car up to the summit of Aiguille du Midi and begin our approach. The adventure begins with a short glacier hike of about 20 to 30 minutes before we get onto the ridge proper.
Once on the ridge, we will spend the next several hours climbing up granite slabs and scaling icy couloirs, all while surrounded by towering peaks. We will finish off the day by returning to Aiguille du Midi and taking the cable car back down.
None of the climbing is overly technical – making the trip appropriate for novice-level mountaineers – but it is diverse and tough enough to keep more advanced mountaineers happy as well.
One of the many highlights of the trip is the stunning views that we will get from all along the ridge, some of which are considered the best in the entire Chamonix valley.
We will have a front row seat to see the sun rise over the Alps and get some incredible views of Mont Blanc with the sun shining directly on it, the perfect conditions for out-of-this-world photographs.
So what are you waiting for? Book now for this unforgettable 1-day traverse of the Cosmiques ridge from Aiguille du Midi!
If you like the look of this trip then I also think you may enjoy my 2-day mountaineering trip up to the summit of Grossglockner in Austria!
Price includes
- Guiding fee
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About the guide
Daniel
4.90
(24)
Mountain Guide
Born in the Austrian Alps, the connection to the mountains was there from early on. Started skiing as a 3 year old kid, bit later climbing and mountaineering stepped in my live. Skiing and climbing all over the Alps and abroad became a huge part of my life.
One of my favorite places in the Alps are the mountains around Chamonix and Zermatt. Since graduating as a fully-certified Mountain guide, I’ve been able to share my passion for skiing and climbing with my guests. When I’m not guiding I try to push my personal limits in climbing and mountaineering. Looking forward reaching summits together.
Languages
German | French | English
Certificates
IFMGA
What people are saying about Daniel
5.00
This weekend i went with Daniel to the Grossglockner via the normal route and the experience was perfect. Everything was arranged and felt safe the whole trip. i would reccomend Daniel to everyone who wants to climb some mountains in the alps. In the future i will again make use of his services if i decide to climb in the alps once more.
Laura
5.00
Great trip! We enjoyed every minute - Daniel was great as a guide and quickly and safely gets you past the trickier sections so as to maximise the fun and enjoyment. We felt safe and confident with him at all times and wouldn't hesitate to book another tour!
Joseph
5.00
Daniel is a phenomenal climbing guide. Our trip was a 1-day multipitch climb in the Hochkönig region. Daniel expresses a lifetime of experience in the region and is extremely knowledgeable about the routes and rock. Given it was our first multipitch/alpine/Austria experience, Daniel provided a safe and thorough climbing experience: reviewing gear, technique, and uniquely helpful beta. We could not have asked for a better day in the mountains and climbed on some of the coolest limestone features we have ever been on. Definitely a new high point for us. Daniel is extremely personable and made it readily known that he was there to help facilitate our adventure; whether its modifying plans or changing pace, Daniel was happy to accommodate. We are thankful for having him as a guide and for all of the additional info he provided to make our tour of the Salzburg area an awesome adventure. As others have noted, we highly recommend chatting with Daniel over WhatsApp, and he was extremely helpful in learning about the many climbing areas and options around Austria.
Cranford
5.00
Daniel knows the Matterhorn like the back of his hand. If you want to get to the top as efficiently as possible he is your guy.
Michael
5.00
Daniel is a great guide, would love to go climbing with him again. Thoughtful, strong climber, and cool & collected mindset. Very communicative (would recommend coordinating with WhatsApp).
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