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Ice Climbing in Chamonix Valley
The Chamonix Valley has some very good spots where you can start taking your first steps into ice climbing.
The most famous beginners place is La Cremerie, in Argentiere. Here you can find some nice and easy routes, some of them only 45º steep.
But there are plenty of other spots such as the right and left side of the Argentiere Glacier, the Col des Montets, Le Tour and many others.
Click here to see the list and the conditions of the Chamonix Valley Ice Falls...
Ice climbing equipment: boots, ice axes, crampons, screws, etc. can be purchased or hired in all the sports shops in the Chamonix Valley. There are also an abundance of high Mountain Guides and guiding organisations that run ice climbing courses, for beginners and intermediates.
Many security factors must be taken into consideration when ice fall climbing: the weather, recent snowfall, temperature changes, ice quality and equipment condition are all factors the ice climber should consider.
The level of difficulty or grade can also change depending on the ice thickness.
Avalanches and falling ice may be a threat.
Care should always be taken on approaches. Wear an avalanche tranceivers if in any doubt.
You can always hire the services of a Mountain Guides who will take you out ice climbing and ensure your safety.Header...
Ice Fall Map of Chamonix Mountaineering Navigation Page
La Cremerie Ice Falls The Guide Book for Chamonix Ice Falls
