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Rock climbing Cheserys
Level 1: You have never practiced.
Level 2: You have some initial experience.
Level 3: You practice occasionally.
Level 4: You practice regularly.
Level 5: You have a sustained practice.
Opposite the Mont Blanc Massif, the climbing site of Les Chéserys in the Aiguilles Rouges (1801m) is perfectly adapted to discover multipitch route climbing. The routes are mostly slab climbing, the most famous of them are Voies Rouge, Jaune, Blanche and Un Père Noël pour Lucie. Rock climbing at Les Chéserys is the perfect opportunity to add a new dimension to your climbing experience. You will discover the specific techniques needed to climb multipitch bolted routes such as: double rope use, pitch leading, belaying and abseiling. Only just a stone’s throw away, the Aiguillette d’Argentière is the best spot to take incredible picture. Starting from le Col des Montets, a 45 minute walk is required to get to the climbing site of Les Chéserys, the logical continuation to our climbing schools in the valley. Climbing at Les Chéserys is intended for people who already have climbing experience either from climbing school or indoor climbing. Previous rock climbing experience is required: ability to climb French grade 5a minimum.
The group formula associates people who do not necessarily know each other. It is ideal for people looking for group friendliness and attractive prices.
Dates (group booking) : See on-line booking
Meeting point (group booking) : Your guide will call you the evening before your trip around 6.30pm to organize the meeting time and place
Guiding policy (group booking) : Group from 3 to 4 people maximum per guide. Minimum 15 years old accompanied by a parent
Departure (group booking) : The departure is guaranteed with a minimum of 3 registered participants
Price 2024 (group booking) : 155€ per person based on a minimum of 3 participants
This price includes :
- mountain guiding services
This price does not included :
- technical equipment
- pic nic & snacks
A private formula is the historical relationship that binds a mountain leader to their clients. It allows you to be alone or in your own group with your mountain leader who will meet your specific needs. It is undoubtedly the ideal formula realise your projects because it guarentees you a maximum amount of comfort.
Dates (private booking) : See on-line booking
Meeting point (private booking) : Your guide will call you the evening before your trip around 6.30pm to organize the meeting time and place
Guiding policy (private booking) : Between 1 - 4 people per guide. Minimum 12 years old
Price 2023 (private booking) :
Group from 1 to 2 people : 425€
Group from 3 to 4 people : 445€
The price includes :
- mountain guiding services
The price does not include :
- technical equipment
- transportation
- picnic & snacks
In this section, find all the information about this activity. For further information, please contact our advisor.
Duration : 5 - 6 hours
Location : Starting from the Mottets pass (swiss border)
Ability level : Climbing at Les Chéserys is intended for people who already have climbing experience either from climbing school or indoor climbing. Previous rock climbing experience is required: ability to climb French grade 5a minimum. A 45 minute walk is required to get to the climbing site of Les Chéserys.
Formality : Make sure you have valid individual liability insurance for the practice of this activity without any location or altitude restrictions, including assistance, search and rescue, and repatriation
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We recommend that you take special care in choosing your equipment because it contributes greatly to the success of your trip. As alpine conditions can be highly variable with sudden changes, it can get very cold in altitude, it is preferable to have numerous layers rather than one thick piece of clothing.
Equipment
- Back pack
- Mountain boots for hiking
- Rock climbing shoes
- Harness
- Helmet
- Rock climbing shoes
- Belaying device
- Personal anchor tether
Clothing
- Classic clothing adapted for climbing
- Windproof jacket
- A pair of thin gloves
Accessories
- A pair of sun glasses category 4
- High protection sun cream
- A water bottle that contains a minimum 1,5 L
- Snacks
Our Rental Partners : You can rent your equipment with our rental shops partners and benefit from special price Millet, Sanglard Sports, Ravanel & Co & Concept Pro Shop
Our Equipment Partners : Millet, Dynastar, Julbo, Grivel & Monnet
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CO2 emitted per person for the activity: 3 kg. Learn out more about the footprint calculation of this activity
CO2 emitted per person for the activity: 3 kg. Learn out more about the footprint calculation of this activity
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