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Mont Blanc Climbing: Best Multi-Pitch Routes

Chamonix Guides have selected the best multi-pitch climbing routes in the Mont Blanc massif, from your first experience on Chamonix granite to more technical and committing lines. Routes are organised by level to help you build your progression and choose an experience that matches 

First Multi-Pitch Routes

These accessible routes focus on slabs and ridges, with climbing that is not too physical and mostly footwork-based. Ideal for a first experience, they are a great way to discover the typical granite climbing of the Mont Blanc massif. Up to 5c.
• Somone - Brévent
• Multi-pitch routes - Chéserys 
• East Ridge - Pyramide du Tacul
• South Ridge - Aiguille de la Glière
• Les Lépidoptères - Aiguille du Peigne
• NNE Ridge - Aiguille de l’M
• Slab Route - Le Pouce

Classic Routes of the Massif

These multi-pitch routes offer more sustained and technical climbing on historic and aesthetic lines. A perfect step to discover classic climbs in the Mont Blanc massif and get comfortable with crack climbing. 5c to 6a.
• Lifting du Roi - Roi de Siam
• Frison-Roche - Brévent
• Ottoz-Hurzeler - Aiguille Croux
• Rébuffat-Baquet - Aiguille du Midi
• Nabot Léon - Blaitière (Red Pillar) 
• Salluard - Pointe Adolphe Rey
• Contamine - Pointe Lachenal

Technical and Committing Routes

These routes require solid technical skills and prior multi-pitch experience in the Mont Blanc massif. Cracks, technical slabs and steeper sections follow one another in a sustained and demanding style. 6a to 6b.
• Éole, Danza per Noi - Aiguille de la Varappe
• Le Joyau et le Lotus - Flamme de Pierre 
• Bienvenue au Georges V - Nantillons
• Le Marchand de Sable - Tour Rouge
• Rébuffat - Minaret
• Cordier Pillar - Grands Charmoz
• Swiss Route - Grand Capucin

📩 Booking is available by email or phone only. Our team is here to help you choose the route that suits you best. Prices vary depending on difficulty and duration; full details are available in our dedicated brochure.