Aiguilles Marbrées (3535m) - An ideal summit for first-time mountaineers
Situated on the French-Italian border, the Aiguilles Marbrées are the perfect summit for a first mountaineering experience. Close to the Torino refuge and the Hellbronner cable car, the route offers a superb setting and a fun way to get there. The atmosphere is both alpine and technical, yet accessible. Meeting early in the morning in Chamonix, cross the Mont-Blanc tunnel and park at the Skyway car park in Courmayeur. It's the perfect opportunity to start the day with a real cappuccino on the Italian side before the adventure begins!
The ski lifts take us directly to 3462 metres, to the pointe Helbronner. From here, we set foot on the glacial plateau that we cross to the Col de Rochefort, at the foot of the Dent du Géant and the Aiguille Marbrée Nord. Perhaps a future goal? The route alternates between rocky passages and mixed routes around boulders, skirting the border between France and Italy. At the top of the aiguille nord, the view is spectacular. After a break to enjoy the panorama, we continue our descent and then the horizontal traverse to the end of the rocky route. A rappel takes us back down to the glacier, which we cross to return to the Torino refuge or the Hellbronner cable car.
This is a complete introduction to mountaineering, ideal for a first experience of the high mountains. No previous technical experience is required; all you need is to be in good physical shape and comfortable in mountain terrain. I'll take you step by step through rock climbing, glacier climbing and roped climbing.
The route is graded PD (not very difficult). There are a few easy climbing sections (level II to III), some abseils and a glacier section. The route is designed to be accessible to beginner climbers while offering a great experience.
The route takes around 5 to 6 hours, depending on your pace. This includes the ascent with the lifts, the ascent, the breaks and the descent.
No, I supply all the technical equipment you need, such as crampons, harness, helmet and rope. All you need is suitable mountain clothing, gloves, a small rucksack and a camera to capture the scenery.
The climbing sections are fairly easy, but there are alternatives if some participants feel uncomfortable. I'll help you progress at your own pace and choose the best options for everyone's safety.
Yes, in the event of bad weather or unfavourable safety conditions (snowstorms, strong winds, etc.), the race will be cancelled or postponed. An alternative solution will be proposed depending on the conditions at the time.
Live with your guide, from first contact to the summit.
Creative and flexible
A flexible framework for devising the most appropriate itinerary or activity for each day, depending on the group and the conditions.
EN 
FR 
