On the outskirts of Grenoble and Chambéry, the Belledonne massif is a Mecca for mountaineers. Wild, unspoilt, with no ski lifts, it offers a unique atmosphere. You'll find long rocky ridges, great climbing routes and challenging traverses, as well as couloirs and gullies in winter.
I offer a variety of outings to suit all levels: beginners, advanced, major summer races and winter routes.
In summer, the massif's emblematic routes offer the chance to discover or improve your mountaineering skills:
Provided the conditions are right, the massif offers a multitude of gullies, couloirs and icefalls.
Mountaineering in the Belledonne is a mixture of rocky ridges, long traverses, snow corridors and gullies. The massif offers a wild setting, ideal for discovering mountaineering or preparing for longer routes elsewhere in the Alps.
Working with a guide in the Belledonne means you can choose a route suited to your level of ability, stay safe and benefit from our in-depth knowledge of the massif. I can adapt the routes to suit you: beginners, advanced or long-distance, in all seasons.
The Arêtes du Pin, the Toit-Pyramide traverse and the Dents du Loup traverse are ideal places to start mountaineering in the Belledonne.
Major routes include a complete traverse of the Aiguilles de l'Argentière, a traverse of the Grand Pic de Belledonne, the Chapouttot ridge or route, followed by a traverse of the Pic du Frêne.
Their winter variants and variations are all the more committed.
Yes, mountaineering in the Belledonne can also be enjoyed in winter: the Casse Rousse gullies, the Boulon icefalls, the north ridge of the Grand Pic... It's an ideal massif for discovering or improving your winter mountaineering skills.
The Boulon icefalls are the main attraction of the massif. There are also some fine lines at l'Oule, Gleyzin, Grande Valloire and Pissou. Less popular sites include l'Oursière and le Crop.
There's something for everyone, from beginners (arêtes du Pin, Toit-Pyramide traverse) to advanced mountaineers (Aiguilles de l'Argentière traverse, Pic du Frêne north face). Each outing is tailored to your experience and objectives.
In summer for rocky ridges and long routes. In winter for gullies, icefalls and mixed ridges. The massif is a four-season mountaineering terrain.
The massif lies between Grenoble and Chambéry. It is generally approached on foot, and sometimes on skis or snowshoes in winter. The northern part can also be accessed from the Maurienne.
With the exception of Chamrousse and 7 Laux, this is a mountain range without ski lifts, which gives it its wild character.
I lead mountaineering trips as a mountain guide. My role is to advise you on the route, ensure your safety and help you progress, whether you are a beginner or an experienced climber.
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.
