Domes de Miage, Mont Blanc, 3 Day Guided Ascent
Climb on the wild side of Mont Blanc on this 3 day mountaineering expedition to the top of the Domes de Miage with a certified guide.
Group
Alps
3 Days
Jul, Aug, Sep
Fit
Beginner
Highlights
- Climb on the wild side of the Mont Blanc Massif.
- Reach the top of the beautiful Domes de Miage.
- Gaze out at the gorgeous Chamonix valley and marvel at the French Alps.
Description
Mont Blanc (4,810m) is a truly majestic mountain. World-famous, it is one of those peaks climbers from around the world dream of scaling. However, it is definitely not for beginners. So what is a person with not enough climbing experience to do if they still want to feel the glory of climbing Mont Blanc? The answer is simple: join one of our certified guides on this wonderful 3-day adventure, where you will get to climb the beautiful Domes de Miage on the Mont Blanc massif’s southern slope.
The only experience you require on this climb is to have used crampons before. Other than that, it is ideal for people who are anxious to try high-altitude climbing. However, it is important that participants are in good physical condition, as we will be climbing from 6 to 9 hours each day. During the ascent of the Domes de Miage, I will also be constantly offering tips and advice on proper climbing techniques.
The Domes de Miage is situated in a wild part of the Mont Blanc massif. It is quite remote, but very beautiful and still remains very close to the Chamonix valley. And as a result of its location, you will get to enjoy some amazing views of the Alps.
This program does not present any specific difficulty, although slightly more challenging than the Gran Paradiso and the 3-day Monte Rosa tour, it is adequate for eager beginners. However, you are advised to have some experience walking with crampons and to be used to walking off-trail in the mountains carrying your backpack with some gear in it. You should be able to cope with walking at altitudes above 3000 minimum.
You should be used to outdoor sports and do endurance sports on a regular basis (cycling, hiking, cross-country skiing, swimming). If this is not the case, you should run at least 3 times a week (10 km/hr) two to three months before this alpine course. Expect to be on the go for 6 to 8 hours per day with approx 900 to 1300 m ascent/descent.
Do you want to start your high-altitude climbing career on one of the world’s most renowned massifs? Then send get in touch with us and we will arrange to guide you to the top of the Domes de Miage.
Price includes
- Guiding fee
- Accommodation included
- Lift tickets
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Price details
The price does not include the guide´s expenses (accommodation, meals, lift tickets, etc).
Price per person for a group of 3 to 6 clients.
Itinerary
Day 1: Notre Dame de la Gorge (1,210m) - Refuge (2,602m)
On the first day of the trip we will meet at the Les Houches, do an equipment check and take a transport to the Notre Dame de la Gorge. Afterwards, we will make our way to the refuge, where we will spend the night. We will be trekking for approximately 6 hours, and the elevation of the day will be approximately 1,400 meters.
Day 2: Refuge - Domes de Miages (3,673m) - Refuge
Today, we will leave the refuge and trek to a glacier at 3,000 meters. Afterwards, turn toward the Col des Domes (3,564m) and continue up to the top of the Domes de Miages before we head back down to a refuge (2,602m), where we will spend the night. We will be trekking for approximately 6-7 hours and will ascend and descent approximately 1,070 meters.
Day 3: Refuge - Aiguille de Berangere (3,425m) - Back to Chamonix valley
On the finally day of the trip, we will leave the refuge and ascend the Aiguille de Berangere before descending back down to the refuge, and then back down to the Chamonix valley. We will be trekking for approximately 8 to 9 hours. We will be ascending approximately 800 meters and descending approximately 2,200 meters.
Details
Accommodation 2 nights in a mountain refuge. |
More info Please note this itinerary is an example of a mountaineering course to the Dômes de Miage and should only be used as a guide. The guide may adjust certain itineraries according to weather conditions and participants' abilities. We kindly ask you to respect such decision. We may also change accommodation, maintaining identical standards, according to logistics and availabilities. In case practices defined by the local guide authorities change (ex: the reasonable number of participants per guide, for safety reasons) we respect such recommendations and rules. We may therefore adjust our rates. |
Meeting point Rocky Pop Hotel - Les Houches
Beginning of the trip - Meeting point: 9:00 am
End of the trip - dispersal: in the afternoon
Saint Gervais - le Fayet - Station
Beginning of the trip - Meeting point: 9:15
End of the trip - dispersal: in the afternoon
Station Briançon
Beginning of the trip - Meeting: 6 am
End of the trip - dispersion: late afternoon
Oulx-Cesana (IT) - TGV station
Beginning of the trip - appointment: 6:45
End of the trip - dispersal: late afternoon |
Equipment you will need to bring
Other gear: Participants should bring the following items with them: waterproof jacket, gloves, mountaineering pants, light bonnet or buff, glacier glasses, technical underwear, long sleeve and short sleeve, hiking socks, cramponable mountaineering shoes, gaiters, a cloth sleeping bag, water bottle, headlamp with spare battery, backpack 30-40L, personal toiletries and medications and knife. Helmet, ice axe, harness, crampons and boots can be rented for 150€.
About the guide
Gauthier and his team of IFMGA/UIMLA-certified mountain guides & leaders and rock climbing instructors (Anabelle, Andrea, Andrej, Claire, Christophe, Daniel, Elis, Enrico, Etienne, François, Guillaume, Ivan, Jessy, Julia, Mathis, Mitja, Olivier, and Robin) are some of the top outdoor adventure professionals in Europe.
Whether you wish to climb some of the best mountains in the Alps or go on an exciting bouldering adventure in Fontainbleau, among other amazing options, they will be able to show you the top spots and the ropes to ensure you have an unforgettable and safe adventure.
Gauthier will be your main point of contact during the booking process and will be able to help you with all the questions you have in order to make sure you receive the best possible guiding service.
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