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  • The Tour of Mont Blanc - TMB Chamonix

    The Mt Blanc massif
    Mt Blanc is the highest mountain in Western Europe. The massif is roughly 60km (37 miles) (N-S) by 20km (12 miles) (W-E) and its circumnavigation, the famous Tour du Mt Blanc, covers some 160km (100 miles). Walk around the massif in 6-10 days, passing through France, Italy and Switzerland.

    The walking tour of Mont Blanc can be completely self-sufficient: you carry all your own food and camping gear. Alternatively the TMB can be done using hotels and mountain huts with vehicle support. That way you can really enjoy the scenery, take lots of photos and walk each day with just a light pack.

    Hire a Trek leader or Mountain Guide

    Get out the map and have a look at some     Itinerary examples.

  • When to go and what to see on the Tour of Mont Blanc

    In general, Mont Blanc mountain huts are open from mid-June until the first or second week in September. It is advisable to reserve a bed, particularly in the high season of mid July to mid August.

    Early in the season is the quietest and most beautiful but beware of old snow on the higher paths which could be icy and dangerous and would make an ice-axe essential.


    Wildlife
    Have a look at the Chamonix.net nature page for more information on wildlife you might encounter on the Tour of Mont Blanc.

    Chamois, deer, eagles and a range of beautiful alpine flowers can all be seen and photographed.

  • Equipment

    Lightweight boots and shorts are sufficient as long as there are warm clothes in your backpack.

    Waterproofs are essential and trekking poles useful.

    Don't forget sunglasses and skin and lip protection.  Always carry drinking water and check the weather forecast.

    Maps for the Tour of Mont Blanc:
    - French IGN Top 25 3630OT
    - French IGN Top 25 3531ET

    Enjoy the Tour of Mont Blanc!

    Tour of Mont Blanc huts
    Itinerary examples
    Books & Maps on Trekking in the Chamonix Valley
    Mountain bike the Tour of Mont Blanc